[dc.audiophool]

Jason,

I have a quick question. When comparing the perofrmance (in paper, at least) between integrateds, capacitance is usually an important factor in sound quality. My question is, across different topologies, is capacitance comparable 1-to-1? More specifically, given the efficiency of the nuforce amps, is the 24,000mF of the IA-7V2 comparable to - for example-  100000mF of some class AB solid-state integrated? For the sake of comparing apples to apples, just assume that the class AB integrated is a high quality amp, too.

I'm thinking of buying an IA-7V2 and this came to mind when comparing the specs to my current integrated. By the way, just because of the form factor, I'm getting the nuforce

(my current integrated is 60lbs!)

[rustydoglim]

If there's enough cap storage for the required peak power, then having bigger cap doesn't help. It could even make it worst.  A related topic is the use of switching power supply which provides faster response for power (other than energy efficient and small). You can read the technology paper on our website.

You can't compare the performance of two integrated amps by comparing the caps. Everything has to be taken into account. Well, basically you rely on the reputation of the manufacturer, users feedback and professional reviews, and finally your own ears

Also see this paper about low ESR: http://www.illinoiscapacitor.com/uploads/papers_application/A0A0A86888CE4C0591627D18FF09455A.pdf

[dc.audiophool]

Thanks for the answer, Jason.