Bybee Audio tweeks. IQSE

I continue to be very happy with the the iQSE inside my Equi=Core 300. It takes an already excellent unit to another level.

This is Mike Garner of Tweek Geek’s response when I told him what I had done:

"It would make good sense to put it there, since the iQSE is activated by electromagnetic fields. Transformers generate large and powerful em fields."

Actually transformers generate very large magnetic fields, not EM fields. Geez! That’s why wrapping mu metal around the transformers is so effective, sonically. The mu metal absorbs magnetic fields. It’s a low frequency high permeability alloy. Magnetic fields? They're produced by current flowing through wire. You know, the right hand rule.☝

tubes444,

I'll take that under advisement. Now that you've mentioned it, I seem to recall reading something similar years ago.

Happy Listening!

Well...I have had my iQSEs for almost a month now.  One in SACD player, one in line stage and one in power amp.  I don't claim to understand the "science" behind these devices.  If I understand Bybee's explanation, the crystals in each iQSE condition the EM in the applied gear resulting in a more natural, organic sound.  

There is a conversation on PS Audio's Power Forum about these.  Paul McGowan  who is an engineer/designer admits that he often doesn't understand the "science" behind Jack Bybee's offerings but in most of his experiences, his devices do what he claims for them.

So what do I hear?  Rather than try to identify a typical audiophile characteristic, for me my listening experience is more involving ( I find myself putting down the laptop or magazine"), I listen longer finding new appreciation for long loved recordings.  This increased level of listening involvement is consistent since installing the iQSEs.  

If your involvement in audiophilia is dependent on scientific bases for what devices you employ in your system, then these are probably not for you.  And that's fine.

For me, there are many experiences in life that occur around the world that seemingly transcend science.  I plan to stay open to my ears and my body's reaction to what I hear.  Science or not.