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Why are mesh plates supposed to be superior?

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kavermei

kavermei

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Hi all

I often see reports that mesh anodes sound better than (the same tube type with) solid plates. Is there a scientifically plausible explanation for that, or is there a hidden variable involved?

Can anyone shed some light on this? (pun intended :smash: )

Kenneth
 
disco

disco

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kavermei said:
Hi all

I often see reports that mesh anodes sound better than (the same tube type with) solid plates. Is there a scientifically plausible explanation for that, or is there a hidden variable involved?

Can anyone shed some light on this? (pun intended :smash: )

Kenneth
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Better or different? ;)
Some thoughts:
- real 'mesh' is a non resonant construction;
- because of lesser surface (mesh in comparison to solid material) plate capacitance might be smaller.
 
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