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CLICK HERE TO GO TO FORUMS

CrinEar Reference - A True Reference IEM?

115
6,680

by SoupRKnowva : Jun 7, 2026 at 6:34 PM

I've been slowly dipping my toes back into headphones over the last month or so. I started out by setting up a Magni Unity and Modi 5 in my office at home, got my HD6XX and Elex back out, that lead to a lot of EQing, first by eye, then based on work from Oratory that I tuned by ear.

[IMG: IMG_9960.jpg]

I think my overall disappointment with headphones has been understood over the last several years since I got into speakers in a meaningful way. I went to Canjam Dallas 2024, and basically everything there sounded pretty shit, you can see my impressions here. Headphones are just as a whole tuned pretty poorly in my opinion, and honestly, in many cases it only gets worse as you go up in price. So many just have not nearly enough bass and far too much treble, the overall tonal balance is just off.

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Soulnote A-0 v2 Integrated Amplifier: The Best of Both Worlds

49
4,146

by purr1n : May 22, 2026 at 6:46 PM

Big shout out to @SoupRKnowva for putting Soulnote on the SBAF radar. Also, much love to the NY crew: Priidik, Adam, and Will. And a huge thanks to JC at Unveil Sound (https://unveilsound.com/) for arranging this loaner. I suspect a few of you will be hitting JC up after reading this; if you do, make sure to let him know SBAF sent you.
[IMG: [​IMG]]
Holy balls. Every few years, someone tips me off to a piece of gear that is truly special. The Pioneer M-22, Rockna Wavedream DAC and the DSHA-3F are prime examples. The Soulnote A-0 belongs in that same breath.
I had a strong use case for an integrated amp like the A-0 for various reasons:
SET vs PP vs Hybrid
I needed a "Goldilocks" amp. I wanted something for "normal" people - a single power button and a clean UI - that captures the essence of both worlds. This is it.

Continue...

AC mains DC offset

43
3,687

by atomicbob : May 20, 2026 at 3:59 PM

AC mains DC offset measurement system

[IMG: 01 Pelican Case Set.jpg]

DC offset in AC mains has been discussed for years. Products exist on the market claiming to solve such issues. But how prevalent is it?
1) are there certain geographic locations more prone to DC offset?
2) does it vary by types of building construction?
3) Is a solar powered home more likely to have DC offset?
4) Are there types of appliances that cause DC offset?
There are many more possible questions but this is a start. Maybe it would be good to actually measure and find out. That is the motivation behind this project.
I have constructed a measurement system pictured above.
It is currently being beta tested by the following forum members generously donating their time:
@schiit et al @Greg121986

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Schiit Vestri USB Dongle

123
16,333

by purr1n : May 18, 2026 at 11:50 AM

So far the sound is very nice. Definitely Mesh headstage. Tonality is more like Modi Mesh (or Weiss DAC204) than Mimir, that is it's warmer than Mimir. When all things are clicking, proper synergies in place, doesn't even sound like it's an ESS.

[IMG: vestri.jpg]

Will also compare to the $10 Amazon dongle. Note: I don't care for most small-sized dongles. I don't think they sound any better than the $10 Amazon special.
INITIAL IMPRESSIONS AND POTENTIAL
Assuming the planets align, that is under the proper circumstances, I prefer Vestri over Magni Unity + card. The Vestri's sound is reminiscent of Weiss DAC204 reviewed here: https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/weiss-dac204-review-and-measurements.14405/
Actually, I think it's an improvement. We retain the warm tone and smooth highs of the Weiss, but now with Mesh added. The Mesh effect, specifically the Oberkomboburritofiltrierungshochleistungsapparatur headstage, isn’t as pronounced as on the Mimir; it’s a scaled‑down version, but listeners familiar with that headstage will definitely recognize it.

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Best Amps for HD800S - 2026 Edition UPDATED

190
112,673

by purr1n : May 16, 2026 at 9:10 AM

BACKGROUND - WHERE I AM COMING FROM
I only like the HD800S under certain conditions. The frequency response of the HD800S, despite the Armin Zola resonator (that lessens the 6kHz peak) is still bit too screwy for my tastes. I find that EQ doesn’t work well for the HD800S because its screwy frequency response is caused by super early reflections from how the driver is suspended and angled in front of the ear and by the large ribs and mounting structures of the cups. The treble is hot, the mids are recessed, and the lows are a bit cloudy (the HD800S took a slight step back in the lows), especially compared to the awesome low-distortion planars available today.
This guide should still be applicable to those with the OG HD800 with mods (BTA, Sandevistan, Superdupont, etc.)
As far as amping, tube amps are recommended, but solid-state amps are definitely getting there. What we are looking for is one or more of the following traits:
Wetness or bloom (the HD800S can be on the dry side)
Smooth highs (to counter the hot and grainy HD800S highs)
Commits few sins of omission, capable of rendering microdynamics and microdynamics (the HD800S is super resolving, subpar gear and subpar recordings won't make the HD800S any more special than lesser headphones)
Capable of slam (the HD800S can hit like a truck with the right gear)
Also, tube amps which are overly warm, syrupy, slow, or romantic (cathode follower OTL designs, OPT with cheap output transformers, Chi-Fi push-pull cathode bias, etc.) will not be mentioned. They do cure the HD800s dry sound, but at too high of a price in terms of clarity, transient response, microdetail, microdynamics, etc. Personally, I think you are much better off with an HD650 and LCD-2 with a very technically and musically capable amp. If you like the romantic smoothed-over-to-shit kind of sound, best to seek advice somewhere else. Trying to make the HD800S into sounding like an LCD-2 is plain wrong. It's like trying to convert someone who is gay into being straight.

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SBAF Golden Schlong Awards 2024/2025

4
1,425

by purr1n : May 16, 2026 at 9:03 AM

Golden Schlong Awards 2024/2025. Super late so some of these awards may seem long due and there is some new stuff that is deserving which is not reflected here. However, it also gave me lots of time to sit on it with deliberate with others. (2024) is indicated for context
[IMG: [​IMG]]
The usual caveats apply. Just because it's here doesn't mean you will necessarily love it. Just because it's not here doesn't mean it's not just as deserving.
The usual EVL tags apply: excellence, value, longevity
Golden Schlong
[IMG: [​IMG]]
Pi2AES Mercury 3B EVL
DNA Supernaut EV
Schiit Byggy EV
Holo May (2024) E
ZMF Caldera Closed (2024) E

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Schiit Lyr 5 Impressions

59
12,949

by hifiandrun : Mar 29, 2026 at 9:06 AM

TL;DR. Both Lyr 5 and the Mjolnir 3 are great headphone amps. Lyr 5 is one of the best modern sounding amps, smaller, powerful, versatile, and fun, regardless of the price. Mjolnir 3 is a classic solid state class A balanced amp, authoritative, smooth, cohesive.
This is my first impression using the 6N8S tube included the package. I was jaw-dropping when I first set them up in the hotel, Laptop USB powered Mimir -> Lyr 5 -> HD650. The HD650-kiss mod came alive. I never truly liked the sound signature of HD650, even now, but this is the best sound that I heard from a pair of HD650 so far. I arrived home last night, compared Lyr 5 with the Mjolnir 3.
Setup. Local or stream Qobuz, P2AES coax to Gungnir OG/A2, home-brew Cinemag CMLI-15/15B XLR to SE converting box, SE inputs to either Mjolnir 3 or Lyr 5. Main head phone is Audeze LCD-X 2021. I haven’t owned any of the early iterations of Lyr. Only heard Lyr 3+ in a local schiit meet years ago.
[IMG: [​IMG]]

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ZMF Tessidera Review and Impressions

44
8,917

by purr1n : Mar 28, 2026 at 5:53 PM

The ZMF Tessidera. Initial impressions with the Caldera pads: full bodied, punchy bass, notable clarity, extended evident highs, with a wet tube-like euphony. Tonal signature is somewhat reminiscent of the LFF Paradox*, except much better technicalities. The Tessidera sounds low distortion (the clarity - maybe even better than Caldera) and kicks a decent bit...

[IMG: ZMF Tess.jpg]

[IMG: [​IMG]]

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"Magic" of Step-Up Transformers with the Denon DL-103

22
3,435

by purr1n : Mar 10, 2026 at 11:16 AM

That quote sums up my recent journey. Once you hear it, everything else—plankton, clarity, specs—stops mattering.
I’m talking about Step-Up Transformers (SUTs) and the Denon DL-103. The world of "magic" audio components changes everything. Once you experience that intangible quality, standard metrics like clarity or dynamics seem less important. This concept of "magic" serves as the perfect introduction to my latest comparison: testing various Step-Up Transformers (SUTs) with the Denon DL-103 cartridge.

[IMG: a23-au340.jpg]

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Violectric V324 Headphone Amp/Preamp

0
1,941

by Pharmaboy : Feb 26, 2026 at 7:34 AM

Violectric V324 - A worthy successor to the V281
Pros: The sound!! Also the very practical, compact form factor, useful I/O controls and attractive faceplate
Cons: Silver not available; remote control not bundled with the amp
...
Enter the V324
I heard Violectric’s new V324 at an audio show several months back. I liked the sound right away. It was what I think of as the “Violectric house sound” – powerful, slightly warm, with strong bass, realistic weight in the lower registers, tuneful, flowing midrange and treble, strong dynamics, and a pleasing reproduction of the spatial qualities of recorded music. Recently I got my hands on a loaner V324, which will be the subject of this review.
Thanks to Arthur Power of Power Holdings Inc. for supplying the loaner V324 and answering many questions about it.

[IMG: Violectric Family Photo.jpg]

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Schiit Mimir F #2 technical measurements

25
4,625

by atomicbob : Feb 23, 2026 at 7:24 PM

Schiit Mimir F #2 technical measurements
Several manufacturers have pushed boundaries in performance when developing their statement components. Some have then endeavored to apply what they have learned to lower end models in their respective lines often narrowing the gap in both measurement performance and listening enjoyment between high and lower cost products. Schiit’s Mimir F is an excellent example of this trend offering impressive measurement performance but more importantly consistently enjoyable listening experiences.
Listening evaluation example

[IMG: 00 MM+Mimir_F+Vali3+ETA_ADA_v2.jpg]

Merc 3b, Mimir F, Vali 3 with GE5670W tube, ETA Ada headphones.
I feel so strongly about the importance of this product development that I bought, measured and put out on tour this specific DAC, thus #2 on the loaner tour. Measurements presented are for this specific DAC:
https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/loaner-mimir-f.15459/

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A Limited Comparison of Bench Power Supplies residual noise technical measurements

9
1,874

by atomicbob : Feb 17, 2026 at 1:01 PM

Limited Comparison of Bench Power Supplies’ residual noise
A staple of electronic design is one or more lab bench power supplies. There are many available from very inexpensive to uber expensive. The lower price range is dominated by SMPS while higher end models are often linear designs. Datasheet specifications vary considerably in the information disclosed. Noise specifications are at best a numeric ripple & noise value. Nowhere to be found are noise spectrums. This comparison will address that for the selected power supplies.

[IMG: 00 Lab Bench Supplies - cropped - small.jpg]

Left to right bottom linear type:
Korad KA6003P
B&K Precision 1730A
Keysight U8001A
Left to right (on top of U8001A) SMPS type:
Hanmatek HM305
Kiprim DC310S
BK 1730A is a full on old school analog linear bench supply. Analog meters. All passive cooling, no fan, no acoustic noise.
DC310S has the greatest number of display features including ability to track voltage or current over time which makes it very useful for educational purposes.

Continue...

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SUB-PAGE (https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php) Super Best Audio Friends
&nbsp
&nbsp
Don't be a dotard!
Read these "rules" AND
introduce yourself
before your first post

A healthy approach to understanding measurements
Being true to what the artists intended

After being asked for the 308th time, Merv lists top 5 headphones(opinion / entertainment piece)

Dismiss Notice

$1000 to the first to design a headamp using discrete components with better measurements than Magni 3+

Dismiss Notice

IMPORTANT: New Members Read This

Don't Be a Measurement Fascist

Merv's Top 5 Headphones - 2023 Edition

$1000 Challenge

[H1] Super Best Audio Friends

The evolution of the original irreverent and irrelevant and non-authoritative site for headphone measurements, i.e. frequency response graphs, CSD waterfall plots, subjective gear reviews. Too objective for subjectivists; too subjective for objectivists

CLICK HERE TO GO TO FORUMS

CrinEar Reference - A True Reference IEM?

115
6,680

by SoupRKnowva : Jun 7, 2026 at 6:34 PM

I've been slowly dipping my toes back into headphones over the last month or so. I started out by setting up a Magni Unity and Modi 5 in my office at home, got my HD6XX and Elex back out, that lead to a lot of EQing, first by eye, then based on work from Oratory that I tuned by ear.

[IMG: IMG_9960.jpg]

I think my overall disappointment with headphones has been understood over the last several years since I got into speakers in a meaningful way. I went to Canjam Dallas 2024, and basically everything there sounded pretty shit, you can see my impressions here. Headphones are just as a whole tuned pretty poorly in my opinion, and honestly, in many cases it only gets worse as you go up in price. So many just have not nearly enough bass and far too much treble, the overall tonal balance is just off.

Continue...

Soulnote A-0 v2 Integrated Amplifier: The Best of Both Worlds

49
4,146

by purr1n : May 22, 2026 at 6:46 PM

Big shout out to @SoupRKnowva for putting Soulnote on the SBAF radar. Also, much love to the NY crew: Priidik, Adam, and Will. And a huge thanks to JC at Unveil Sound (https://unveilsound.com/) for arranging this loaner. I suspect a few of you will be hitting JC up after reading this; if you do, make sure to let him know SBAF sent you.
[IMG: [​IMG]]
Holy balls. Every few years, someone tips me off to a piece of gear that is truly special. The Pioneer M-22, Rockna Wavedream DAC and the DSHA-3F are prime examples. The Soulnote A-0 belongs in that same breath.
I had a strong use case for an integrated amp like the A-0 for various reasons:
SET vs PP vs Hybrid
I needed a "Goldilocks" amp. I wanted something for "normal" people - a single power button and a clean UI - that captures the essence of both worlds. This is it.

Continue...

AC mains DC offset

43
3,687

by atomicbob : May 20, 2026 at 3:59 PM

AC mains DC offset measurement system

[IMG: 01 Pelican Case Set.jpg]

DC offset in AC mains has been discussed for years. Products exist on the market claiming to solve such issues. But how prevalent is it?
1) are there certain geographic locations more prone to DC offset?
2) does it vary by types of building construction?
3) Is a solar powered home more likely to have DC offset?
4) Are there types of appliances that cause DC offset?
There are many more possible questions but this is a start. Maybe it would be good to actually measure and find out. That is the motivation behind this project.
I have constructed a measurement system pictured above.
It is currently being beta tested by the following forum members generously donating their time:
@schiit et al @Greg121986

Continue...

Schiit Vestri USB Dongle

123
16,333

by purr1n : May 18, 2026 at 11:50 AM

So far the sound is very nice. Definitely Mesh headstage. Tonality is more like Modi Mesh (or Weiss DAC204) than Mimir, that is it's warmer than Mimir. When all things are clicking, proper synergies in place, doesn't even sound like it's an ESS.

[IMG: vestri.jpg]

Will also compare to the $10 Amazon dongle. Note: I don't care for most small-sized dongles. I don't think they sound any better than the $10 Amazon special.
INITIAL IMPRESSIONS AND POTENTIAL
Assuming the planets align, that is under the proper circumstances, I prefer Vestri over Magni Unity + card. The Vestri's sound is reminiscent of Weiss DAC204 reviewed here: https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/weiss-dac204-review-and-measurements.14405/
Actually, I think it's an improvement. We retain the warm tone and smooth highs of the Weiss, but now with Mesh added. The Mesh effect, specifically the Oberkomboburritofiltrierungshochleistungsapparatur headstage, isn’t as pronounced as on the Mimir; it’s a scaled‑down version, but listeners familiar with that headstage will definitely recognize it.

Continue...

Best Amps for HD800S - 2026 Edition UPDATED

190
112,673

by purr1n : May 16, 2026 at 9:10 AM

BACKGROUND - WHERE I AM COMING FROM
I only like the HD800S under certain conditions. The frequency response of the HD800S, despite the Armin Zola resonator (that lessens the 6kHz peak) is still bit too screwy for my tastes. I find that EQ doesn’t work well for the HD800S because its screwy frequency response is caused by super early reflections from how the driver is suspended and angled in front of the ear and by the large ribs and mounting structures of the cups. The treble is hot, the mids are recessed, and the lows are a bit cloudy (the HD800S took a slight step back in the lows), especially compared to the awesome low-distortion planars available today.
This guide should still be applicable to those with the OG HD800 with mods (BTA, Sandevistan, Superdupont, etc.)
As far as amping, tube amps are recommended, but solid-state amps are definitely getting there. What we are looking for is one or more of the following traits:
Wetness or bloom (the HD800S can be on the dry side)
Smooth highs (to counter the hot and grainy HD800S highs)
Commits few sins of omission, capable of rendering microdynamics and microdynamics (the HD800S is super resolving, subpar gear and subpar recordings won't make the HD800S any more special than lesser headphones)
Capable of slam (the HD800S can hit like a truck with the right gear)
Also, tube amps which are overly warm, syrupy, slow, or romantic (cathode follower OTL designs, OPT with cheap output transformers, Chi-Fi push-pull cathode bias, etc.) will not be mentioned. They do cure the HD800s dry sound, but at too high of a price in terms of clarity, transient response, microdetail, microdynamics, etc. Personally, I think you are much better off with an HD650 and LCD-2 with a very technically and musically capable amp. If you like the romantic smoothed-over-to-shit kind of sound, best to seek advice somewhere else. Trying to make the HD800S into sounding like an LCD-2 is plain wrong. It's like trying to convert someone who is gay into being straight.

Continue...

SBAF Golden Schlong Awards 2024/2025

4
1,425

by purr1n : May 16, 2026 at 9:03 AM

Golden Schlong Awards 2024/2025. Super late so some of these awards may seem long due and there is some new stuff that is deserving which is not reflected here. However, it also gave me lots of time to sit on it with deliberate with others. (2024) is indicated for context
[IMG: [​IMG]]
The usual caveats apply. Just because it's here doesn't mean you will necessarily love it. Just because it's not here doesn't mean it's not just as deserving.
The usual EVL tags apply: excellence, value, longevity
Golden Schlong
[IMG: [​IMG]]
Pi2AES Mercury 3B EVL
DNA Supernaut EV
Schiit Byggy EV
Holo May (2024) E
ZMF Caldera Closed (2024) E

Continue...

Schiit Lyr 5 Impressions

59
12,949

by hifiandrun : Mar 29, 2026 at 9:06 AM

TL;DR. Both Lyr 5 and the Mjolnir 3 are great headphone amps. Lyr 5 is one of the best modern sounding amps, smaller, powerful, versatile, and fun, regardless of the price. Mjolnir 3 is a classic solid state class A balanced amp, authoritative, smooth, cohesive.
This is my first impression using the 6N8S tube included the package. I was jaw-dropping when I first set them up in the hotel, Laptop USB powered Mimir -> Lyr 5 -> HD650. The HD650-kiss mod came alive. I never truly liked the sound signature of HD650, even now, but this is the best sound that I heard from a pair of HD650 so far. I arrived home last night, compared Lyr 5 with the Mjolnir 3.
Setup. Local or stream Qobuz, P2AES coax to Gungnir OG/A2, home-brew Cinemag CMLI-15/15B XLR to SE converting box, SE inputs to either Mjolnir 3 or Lyr 5. Main head phone is Audeze LCD-X 2021. I haven’t owned any of the early iterations of Lyr. Only heard Lyr 3+ in a local schiit meet years ago.
[IMG: [​IMG]]

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ZMF Tessidera Review and Impressions

44
8,917

by purr1n : Mar 28, 2026 at 5:53 PM

The ZMF Tessidera. Initial impressions with the Caldera pads: full bodied, punchy bass, notable clarity, extended evident highs, with a wet tube-like euphony. Tonal signature is somewhat reminiscent of the LFF Paradox*, except much better technicalities. The Tessidera sounds low distortion (the clarity - maybe even better than Caldera) and kicks a decent bit...

[IMG: ZMF Tess.jpg]

[IMG: [​IMG]]

Continue...

"Magic" of Step-Up Transformers with the Denon DL-103

22
3,435

by purr1n : Mar 10, 2026 at 11:16 AM

That quote sums up my recent journey. Once you hear it, everything else—plankton, clarity, specs—stops mattering.
I’m talking about Step-Up Transformers (SUTs) and the Denon DL-103. The world of "magic" audio components changes everything. Once you experience that intangible quality, standard metrics like clarity or dynamics seem less important. This concept of "magic" serves as the perfect introduction to my latest comparison: testing various Step-Up Transformers (SUTs) with the Denon DL-103 cartridge.

[IMG: a23-au340.jpg]

Continue...

Violectric V324 Headphone Amp/Preamp

0
1,941

by Pharmaboy : Feb 26, 2026 at 7:34 AM

Violectric V324 - A worthy successor to the V281
Pros: The sound!! Also the very practical, compact form factor, useful I/O controls and attractive faceplate
Cons: Silver not available; remote control not bundled with the amp
...
Enter the V324
I heard Violectric’s new V324 at an audio show several months back. I liked the sound right away. It was what I think of as the “Violectric house sound” – powerful, slightly warm, with strong bass, realistic weight in the lower registers, tuneful, flowing midrange and treble, strong dynamics, and a pleasing reproduction of the spatial qualities of recorded music. Recently I got my hands on a loaner V324, which will be the subject of this review.
Thanks to Arthur Power of Power Holdings Inc. for supplying the loaner V324 and answering many questions about it.

[IMG: Violectric Family Photo.jpg]

Continue...

Schiit Mimir F #2 technical measurements

25
4,625

by atomicbob : Feb 23, 2026 at 7:24 PM

Schiit Mimir F #2 technical measurements
Several manufacturers have pushed boundaries in performance when developing their statement components. Some have then endeavored to apply what they have learned to lower end models in their respective lines often narrowing the gap in both measurement performance and listening enjoyment between high and lower cost products. Schiit’s Mimir F is an excellent example of this trend offering impressive measurement performance but more importantly consistently enjoyable listening experiences.
Listening evaluation example

[IMG: 00 MM+Mimir_F+Vali3+ETA_ADA_v2.jpg]

Merc 3b, Mimir F, Vali 3 with GE5670W tube, ETA Ada headphones.
I feel so strongly about the importance of this product development that I bought, measured and put out on tour this specific DAC, thus #2 on the loaner tour. Measurements presented are for this specific DAC:
https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/loaner-mimir-f.15459/

Continue...

A Limited Comparison of Bench Power Supplies residual noise technical measurements

9
1,874

by atomicbob : Feb 17, 2026 at 1:01 PM

Limited Comparison of Bench Power Supplies’ residual noise
A staple of electronic design is one or more lab bench power supplies. There are many available from very inexpensive to uber expensive. The lower price range is dominated by SMPS while higher end models are often linear designs. Datasheet specifications vary considerably in the information disclosed. Noise specifications are at best a numeric ripple & noise value. Nowhere to be found are noise spectrums. This comparison will address that for the selected power supplies.

[IMG: 00 Lab Bench Supplies - cropped - small.jpg]

Left to right bottom linear type:
Korad KA6003P
B&K Precision 1730A
Keysight U8001A
Left to right (on top of U8001A) SMPS type:
Hanmatek HM305
Kiprim DC310S
BK 1730A is a full on old school analog linear bench supply. Analog meters. All passive cooling, no fan, no acoustic noise.
DC310S has the greatest number of display features including ability to track voltage or current over time which makes it very useful for educational purposes.

Continue...

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Homepage schema
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    "@context": "http://schema.org",
    "@type": "WebSite",
    "url": "https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php",
    "potentialAction": {
        "@type": "SearchAction",
        "target": "https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?search/search&keywords={search_keywords}",
        "query-input": "required name=search_keywords"
    }
}
/index.php
{
    "@context": "http://schema.org",
    "@type": "WebSite",
    "url": "https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php",
    "potentialAction": {
        "@type": "SearchAction",
        "target": "https://superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?search/search&keywords={search_keywords}",
        "query-input": "required name=search_keywords"
    }
}
/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection/ — no schema detected (entity gap)

Your Diagnosis

Before revealing the machine’s verdict, predict the BS score for each signal. Higher = more BS (more fluff, less verifiable substance). Drag each slider, then submit to compare your judgment against the engine.

Information Density 0 / 30
Read the Narrative & headings: do hard facts (prices, dates, numbers) outweigh fluff power-words?
Semantic Coherence 0 / 20
Compare the homepage promise against the sub-page reality. Do they hold the same line?
Trust & Proof 0 / 20
Weigh review mentions against actual external proof links. Claims without verification = theatre.
Commodity Fingerprint 0 / 15
Check headings & narrative against the industry clichés in the setup above.
Identity & Authority 0 / 15
Inspect the schema: is there real Organization/Person identity with sameAs links, or gaps?
Your predicted BS score 0 / 100
💡 Stuck? Reveal the heuristic lens — how the deterministic page-auditor reads each signal (no AI, pure pattern rules)

These are the structural rules a local, deterministic auditor applies — the same lens you can use to judge each signal. They describe what to look for, not this company’s result.

Information Density

Classify each sentence as substantive or hollow. Grounding markers — numbers, currencies, dates, technical units, named entities — outweigh marketing adjectives. When fluff sits right next to hard evidence, the fluff is forgiven.

Semantic Alignment

Pull the main entities out of the H1, then check whether they actually recur through the body. A page that announces one thing and then talks about another drifts. Headings with no real sentences underneath read as pseudo-substance.

Trust & Proof

Count trust words (review, testimonial, rating, verified) against real outbound proof links (Google, Trustpilot, Clutch, G2, Yelp). Lots of trust language with zero verification links is trust theatre. Unlinked logo galleries count against it.

Commodity Fingerprint

Look at how much sentence length varies. Natural writing varies its rhythm; templated or mass-produced copy is statistically uniform. Very low variation reads as commodity content — unless unique named entities break the pattern.

Identity & Authority

Inspect the JSON-LD. Is there an Organization or Person schema, and does it carry sameAs links to real external profiles (LinkedIn, socials)? Missing schema or no identity declaration signals an anonymous entity.

Want to apply this lens yourself? The free BS Indicator Chrome extension runs these heuristic checks live on any page. Bear in mind it is a single-page, deterministic tool — it relies only on pattern rules for the page in front of it and does not perform the cross-page semantic correlation this audit uses, so its readout is a starting lens, not the full verdict.

B
BS Level
Social Networks, Communities & Forums
49.5 Avg BS

Based on 185 businesses audited.

BS Detector

Social Networks, Communities & Forums BS: Super Best Audio Friends (superbestaudiofriends.org)

https://superbestaudiofriends.org 📍 Industry: Social Networks, Communities & Forums
18 BS / 100

SBAF is an anomaly of high-substance, zero-fluff content that intentionally hides its expertise behind a layer of irreverent community jargon. It is the antithesis of corporate bullshit, delivering raw technical data and unapologetic subjective takes. Its only real failure is a weak technical schema and a lack of external verification for its internal review metrics.

Info Density Power-words vs. Substance ratio.
1
3% BS
Semantic Coherence Homepage promise vs. Sub-page reality.
2
10% BS
Trust & Proof Verifiable evidence vs. Trust Theatre.
8
40% BS
Commodity Fingerprint Detection of industry clichés/templates.
1
7% BS
Identity & Authority Expert verifiability & Schema depth.
6
40% BS

1. Implement Organization schema with sameAs links to verified social profiles or external audio databases to ground community authority. 2. Add Person schema for lead technical reviewers like atomicbob to link their measurements to a verifiable digital footprint. 3. Fix the broken 404 page detected at the cdn-cgi/l/email-protection/ endpoint to improve technical credibility. 4. Explicitly link review counts to a third-party audit or external measurement database to move beyond the trust theatre flag.

The site fits the Social Networks, Communities & Forums category perfectly, specifically functioning as a high-density specialized interest group for audiophiles. The content revolves around user-generated reviews, measurement discussions, and community-driven challenges, confirming its role as a niche social hub.

“The score is driven low by the extreme specificity of the content and the total absence of industry-standard marketing clichés. The points earned (18) are almost entirely due to technical implementation gaps (Identity and Authority) and the lack of external verification links (Trust and Proof) for the review count.”

Verified Analysis Date: June 19, 2026 © 1EuroSEO Independent Evaluator — Non-Sponsored Result