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this is the end not the beginning, at least as far as speakers go this is the one for me.
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    • Genesis Technologies G-201
    maybe the best Genesis system ever
    • VTL REFERENCE 750
    new Super balanced input and infini caps installed for much improvement.the triode switch is great
    • Wadia 861 SE GNSC Statement modification
    better than the Wadia 27ix/270 transport clocklinked combination in every way possible a very good player indeed
    SE transport and speed of light magnet modifications by GNSC now also
    • Synergistic Research Designers Reference x2
    balanced XLR for upper range amps with active shielding
    • Synergistic Research Designers Reference x2
    XLR terminated for bass amp
    • XLO LIMITED EDITION SC's
    definite sonic upgrade over the excellent XLO Unlimited's
    • Z Squared Elite II PC
    used on CD player
    • Cryoed XLO Type 10A PC's
    excellent for the price even better after cryogenic treatment by Audio Metallurgy
    • Sistrum SP-3 equipment platform
    sounds great
    • MGD PZC corner controllers
    second generation roomtunes adjustable corner mounted slap echo attenuaters. Very effective room treatment
    • Argent Room Lens
    three lenses currently
    • 1.5 inch thick granite slabs N/A
    underneath the amplifiers
    • 3 dedicated 20 amp AC circuits N/A
    12 AWG wire
    • Audioparts CRYO Hubble 8300 AC outlets
    actually works was immediately apparent upon listening.
    • Reality check CD copy machine ?
    copies definitely sound much improved over the original disk

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Hi MeJames.

I know you told me that the infini caps are very worthwhile for either a 450 or 750. Wondering if you have done the super balanced input upgrade or now of anyone who has.
I have the opportunity to buy a new/demo rew 750 which is curent except for the super balanced input.
VTL said the following
The Super Balanced Input further improves the common mode noise rejection of the amplifier, removes any ground loop hum and improves its sonic characteristic by opening up the top end and making the sound much more effortless and dynamic. Yes the sonic change makes the amp sound closer to the S-400 whereas the older version of the balanced input stage gives the amp a more classic tube sound. I would say a little rounder, darker velvety sound.

Based on this I may like the older balanced version.

cheers Shane

downunder