The Linear Solution Reference 1 Linear Power Supply: Viable Alternative to a Paul Hynes SR7?

[LTG2010]

14 minutes ago, auricgoldfinger said:

The most obvious remaining differences are in dynamics and bass.

I believe it has mundorf caps ? These I have been advised take three months to burn in and start performing in terms of dynamics and bass power. So hopefully it will improve further.

The other point is that its 6 amps vs 10 amps? SR7 the larger transformer will IMO always have an edge in dynamics, but 90% is great, I don't think I would stress waiting so many months for 10%.

[LTG2010]

36 minutes ago, auricgoldfinger said:

Fortunately, the size and location of the EMI paper inside the case is still able to a make a difference by absorbing emissions from other parts.

The transformer can give out lower frequency emmisions, but its construction might act like a big antenna absorbing higher frequencies and passing them down the chain, so in effect the paper shield might be protecting the transformers from outside interference.

If that is not feasable, then the paper could be absorbing (and also protecting) the rest of the components in the box due to proximity,

hence the noted difference / improvement in sound.