OK, sorry, I am sure like car forums discussing engine oil, solder has been discussed before. But I would appreciate advice from people who have tried some of the more expensive solders available. I buy parts from Farnell which have several solders with Silver content, but also from HIFi Collective in the UK, which has this lovely selection to choose from: https://www.hificollective.co.uk/components/solder.html
Currently I'm using Oyaide 4.7% silver, simply because it's a good, clean mid-priced solder from a reputable source, with what seems a good specification.
I'm wondering if it's worth using 9.5% silver Mundorf solder, because silver is considerably more conductive than tin ? Has anybody tried these and compared to a more basic solder ? Is there any difference in sound quality.... OK, as I typed that a little part of me did wonder if that's even a sensible question... but I'm interested in other people's experience. I'm not advocating for costly solders, I've no experience of them, hence asking.
Currently I'm using Oyaide 4.7% silver, simply because it's a good, clean mid-priced solder from a reputable source, with what seems a good specification.
I'm wondering if it's worth using 9.5% silver Mundorf solder, because silver is considerably more conductive than tin ? Has anybody tried these and compared to a more basic solder ? Is there any difference in sound quality.... OK, as I typed that a little part of me did wonder if that's even a sensible question... but I'm interested in other people's experience. I'm not advocating for costly solders, I've no experience of them, hence asking.
When silver is added to solder, then the bond will be stronger. So mechanically it's stronger and more durable over time. Any soldered joint should have minimal resistivity, so that should never be an issue. The audio signal should not really flow through the solder.