[R-390] Re: Orange Drops, not just for radio any more

Ken Kaplan [email protected]
Sun, 08 Feb 2004 22:05:24 -0700


Let's see - $9.99 for a pair of Orange Drops that AES would sell for 2.06 (1.03 each). 
Maybe AES should start selling via that auction place. I didn't know you needed 400 volt 
caps in a guitar. I wonder if 600 volt caps would sound better? Anyone know how to test 
wire to see if it is oxygen free?

If any of you ever get a chance to attend the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las 
Vegas, check out the high end audio exhibits at the Alexis Hotel. Amid some of the most 
wonderful sounding audio systems are some shameful scams. One vendor had 
disassembled a Leviton duplex AC outlet and plated all of its insides gold. He claimed 
that it would help provide a more pure power to the equipment for a sweeter sound. If 
want a sweeter sound, I'll stuff down a Krispy Kreme...

73 Ken kb7rgg

> Dave,
>
> This pair of Spragues went for $9.99. The frenzy is over.
>
>
> Barry nonHauser
>
> >The vintage audio crowd is showing 'rare' wisdom since the
> >last eight auctions all ended without bids.
> >
> >  
> >
> >>Will the price of Orange Drop caps go through the roof now
> >>that the secret is out that they are good for vintage audio
> >>gear too? Check item number 3701942877 on you know where
> >>and decide for yourself. *twitch