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Originally Posted by vikingboy /img/forum/go_quote.gif
poss silly question, but does the quality of the wire used to connect the DAC to the line out pins make any difference (re 2nd gen ipod mini if that matters).
Ive used standard hookup cable but have some nice shiny silver in cotton which sounds great in the line out DOC so just wondering if worth opening the mini again.....
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It's really up to you whether or not you want to use it. I could tell you that it makes a difference and someone could tell you otherwise. You could actually hear it or you could might be imagining it. That's all a polite way of saying that it makes so little difference that "hearing" cables and other rubbish like hearing silver solder, hearing dielectrics, hearing connector plugs is only in your head. Its only worth is to show off how much money you spent on such and such component because you apply only the highest standards to your rig and cannot suffer such measly, common parts as the peasants. Like Enzo Ferrari said, "Aerodynamics is for those who cannot build engines." Verily, to a point, a car's shape has some effect on its overall performance, but there is a point of diminishing returns where resources are better spent on other things. The not-so hidden message is that your money is more wisely invested on such components as amplifiers and headphones, power supplies and groceries, the investments whose effects are easily detectable.
Now, seeing that you already have the wire in your possession, you could very well swap it in. I just won't guarantee it'll make a difference, let alone an improvement. I don't mean to ramble, but I felt that at least a little context ought to be laid. I didn't believe that swapping between 22uF and 47uF caps could make such a big difference, but I could easily show you the change had I the appropriate ABX switching apparatus. If someone can show me the difference that cables make, sign me up for the newsletter (provided the cables don't cost an arm and a leg). I am open to the idea, but remain evermore skeptical. Alas, I fear the flaming arrows may come, so I will desist.
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Originally Posted by gueri_fr /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Hi joneeboi,
yes, you're right. But I'm studying several ways to do the mod. The ultimate is BG caps inside the 5G ipod with internal jack. I need the BG caps to see if it is possible. Hard drive must be replaced by a CF. Be patient...
gueri_fr
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Even if the CF card doesn't give you more room and such, one possibility is to swap in a bigger back panel, ie. if you have a 30GB iPod, get a 60/80GB back panel. I know the CF card adapter for my 4G allows for way more space, but I haven't gotten around to buying the card yet (and probably won't for some time). Although it's not entirely compatible with your iPod, check out my
size comparison in a dead 4G.