Farad Super3 Listening Impression

[Mjw21a]

I'm considering a 6.3vdc Super Farad 3 (amongst other options) for my Mutec MC3+USB..... On the waiting list for an Emperor Double Crown. Very keen on this also. Once these two upgrades are done, my system will be in it's final configuration. I'll have run out of upgrades.  :)

[Mjw21a]

I'm modding my Mutec MC-3+USB initially with a TeraDak LPS to confirm that I can hear a difference in my system.  After that if I find it beneficial I'll get a Super Fared 3. Research indicates it has performance better than anything else on the market.

[Mjw21a]

Just put my order in for the Afterdark 75ohm Emperor Double Crown OCXO clock.  I'll keep an eye out for the 6.3v Super Fared 3. I'm thinking I need to get one.

 

Adrian,  would a Super Fared 3 be a noticeable improvement over the Afterdark LPSU powering your clocks or is it overkill for this purpose? 

 

Cheers 

 

Matt 

[Mjw21a]

21 minutes ago, AfterDark. said:

 

Hi Iving, 

 

Thank for your information.

 

1. We shall make it 6.0V, as per Mattijs from Farad. This will provide the best performance with the Super Capacitor.

 

2. The USB is quite easily to remove as module. The voltage will remain the same as 6V.

 

3. We are designing the final version for modifcation, we keens to adds Ultimate RUBY Mica Triplets ˜3 units and Duelund Silver Foil JDM Audio bypass capacitor to fine tune the sounding on Mutec MC-3+USB. AfterDark. AudiophileMAT Carbon Fiber board will add inside the chassis for EMI protection, we make sure it looks good Ïnside". EMI Absorber material from KEMET etc. So it will be real upgrades for audiophiles. 

 

Duelund JDM Silver Foil Audio Capacior for power section 

 

Triple Ruby MICA Caps

 

4. We can source some new unit from Mutec in Germany 

 

5. The warranty willl void after the mod.

 

Best Regards,

Adrian

AfterDark.  

Will it be possible to order this as a "kit" from you Adrian?  I'm loathe to be without my MC3+USB for any period of time is all.

[Mjw21a]

18 minutes ago, AfterDark. said:

 

Hi Mjw21a,

 

The "Kit set" can be prepared too, if you have solder station at home. We can supply all the materials, carbon fiber connections plate, GX16 DC sockets, Duelund silver wires, Audio Note solder + Farad Super 3 LPS Special Edition for DIYers. We just measured the BOX of Farad, it will fit all the items inside the original box. This kit set would be handy for DIYers to enjoy the upgrade process. 

 

So, we can use the Mutec without leaving it. 

 

There is some guideline written by SwissBear to de-assembly the Mutec MC-3+USB. 

 

Thanks.

 

Best Regards,

Adrian

AfterDark. 

 

I'll  buy the ready made Super Fared 3 from you thanks Adrian. It's more backplates etc for the Mutec MC-3+USB so I can do that myself. I can't live without my Mutec.  ;)

[Mjw21a]

32 minutes ago, GryphonGuy said:

 

So you mean Mutec will not honour its warranty on modded units. That is fully understandable. What about afterdark showing confidence in theiir workmanship and offering a warranty on the entire modded Mutec?

 

Regards

GG

I would imagine they'd warrant their own work, but it wouldn't cover the overall unit. It's a risk you take in the name of improved sound quality.

[Mjw21a]

Got overreacted and ordered a Super Fared 3 with Level 1 cable upgrade for my Mutec. Will be interesting to see what it does  :)

[Mjw21a]

36 minutes ago, ambre said:

Level 2 copper is much better 

 

Yes, I'll likely order that down the track. Just a bit too much coin for me to shell out in one go is all.

[Mjw21a]

I'll eventually order the copper level 2 cable though this will be a future upgrade.

[Mjw21a]

Well, a mate of mine modified my Mutec MC3+USB, removing the switching power supply, adding a plate at the back and mounting a 2.5mm DC socket and running pure annealed silver to the 2x power pins in the Mutec. With a 6VDC Super Farad 3 and Level 1 umbilical I've been absolutely blown away by the improvement in my system. It's a similar improvement to adding the OCXO clock, darker background allowing fine detail to shine though..... I can't really discuss things in terms of body, sound stage etc any longer, Things just sound so incredibly natural and real that words fail me.

 

All I can say is that the Super Farad 3 is a major improvement to any Mutec MC3. Definitely worthwhile upgrading.

 

An interesting side benefit is that the Mutec now runs cold..... And the Super Fared 3 seems to generate very little heat of it's own as well. The heatsink on the back runs a little warm and thats it.

[Mjw21a]

@AfterDark.I believe you've tried the Farad Super3 with your OCXO clocks as well. How did it improve performance vs the Afterdark LPS which I have? I'm wondering whether I should upgrade the LPS on my clock. What sonic effects did you find?

 

I've been reading an interesting thread over on What's Best Forum: Reality is Cruel which seems to indicate that the power supply quality directly improves clock performance and am wondering whether you would be able to advise me of the  phase noise performance for the Emperor Double Crown phase noise measurements at 10Hz and 1Hz with a Super3 in place. I'm assuming that the measurements on your site were taken with the Afterdark Black Modernize LPS in place.

 

Thanks again Adrian  :)

[Mjw21a]

@AfterDark.Can I confirm the DC plug size needed for your clocks? Is it the 2.1 or 2.5mm? Just asking as I'm currently upgrading my 2.5mm Level 1 umbilical for a Level 2. If the 2.5mm Level 1 will fit the Emperor Double Crown then I can source without an additional umbilical.

[Mjw21a]

1 hour ago, Cazzesman said:

So I guess the next question is.....

 

Can you supply a Farad Super3 with dual outputs.    1 for the 6v into the modded mutec and 1 for whatever Voltage is needed to power the OCXO? 

 

Does it ever end Mjw21a? :-)

 

Regards Cazzesman

I'd like to think so. I was considering a balanced isolation transformer, though am now considering the Fared Super3 and a Curious cables Evolved.... 

[Mjw21a]

If only I knew which would give the biggest performance benefit for the money. It will be one upgrade or the other.  Not both.

 

The balanced isolation transformer might have more impact cleaning up the AC for the clock, Mutec, DAC and 2x amps.... Or it might make no difference at all. Difficult decision.

[Mjw21a]

3 minutes ago, R1200CL said:

Don’t you think the isolation property of the Uptone LPS-1.2 is a good option for the clock ?

Lover price as well. 

Sure,  but a balanced isolation transformer will work with more components is my point. Whether it actually makes a difference though is anyones guess.

[Mjw21a]

Yes, kind of necessary too as the Mutec MC-3+USB needs 6vdc and the Afterdark clock 12vdc.  I'd only run one per component anyway to keep each component nicely isolated :)