Late to the thread, sorry. Anyone have experience with AE power cables with Naim?
Audio envy - dang!
I usually post on AG when I have an issue or concern, so I’m happy for once it’s to praise a new product, in this case Audio Envy’s IC.
I use an ARC Classic 60 amp with a Herron 1A preamp. The AE cable went between these two.
I run an ARC Phono pre PH3se from my VPI prime as source.
My speakers are Thiel CS2.4’s
Out of the box a bit bright, But after a few hours that just went to strait up transparent - I mean freaking crystal clear. No tonal aberrations. Smooth, with no etched highs. Voices sound right, Natural. Soundstage opened up, as you might expect when things get clearer.
The best part was how inexpensive they were. They made my Cardas Clear Light interconnects I was using sound clouded by contrast. The Cardas was about x3 the cost of the AE’s.
BTW, this wasn’t “I think I hear differences”, this was “I’ll never use those Cardas in this system again, and where is my IPad, I need to order my next set!”
And that’s just what I did.
I use an ARC Classic 60 amp with a Herron 1A preamp. The AE cable went between these two.
I run an ARC Phono pre PH3se from my VPI prime as source.
My speakers are Thiel CS2.4’s
Out of the box a bit bright, But after a few hours that just went to strait up transparent - I mean freaking crystal clear. No tonal aberrations. Smooth, with no etched highs. Voices sound right, Natural. Soundstage opened up, as you might expect when things get clearer.
The best part was how inexpensive they were. They made my Cardas Clear Light interconnects I was using sound clouded by contrast. The Cardas was about x3 the cost of the AE’s.
BTW, this wasn’t “I think I hear differences”, this was “I’ll never use those Cardas in this system again, and where is my IPad, I need to order my next set!”
And that’s just what I did.
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The New Ocean-Expanded power cords are exceptional. Lightweight, flexible but more importantly, their ability to let music flow effortlessly. Their frequency extension seems to be limitless with perfect tonal balance. Tone, timbre and texture is spot on. Their low frequency range is nothing short of spectacular. Music has clarity like never before. |
Hello tksteingraber - I have had the Ocean 3P cables on my sources and a Mega on the amp. There both fantastic cables. However I’m now currently using five Expanded’s on my amp and source components. After careful consideration I felt the Expandeds offered more frequency extension, clarity and better timbre in my system. For your guidance, I am running a full loom of AE cables. |
I just ordered (2) more Ocean Elite 3P’s to power my Teddy Pardo TeddyCap SE and to power my new Denafrips Pontus II 12th Anniversary Eddition DAC. It’s currently being shipped. With the addition of the last (2) Ocean Elite 3P’s I’ll have a full loom of Audio Envy cables except for my power distributor. I’m planning on purchasing Cap’s Okta power distributor with a 6 foot Mega Power Cable. Cap was able to tailor the SP12 Speaker cables to work within Naim’s specifications. The SP12 cables are much faster and detailed than the NACA5. (The NACA5 is no slouch) N |
Recently I've had several extended, educational and interesting conversations with Cap. His company continues to build it's brand, stay relevant and successful. (scroll down to the Endow, Orchard, Audioenvy room.😀
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On 12/21/23 in installed a Audio Envy receptical. It’s the same high quality outlet that Captain uses in the OKTA Pro power distribution system. The unit features a robust build with a thick rigid backing plate that instills confidence with installation. In addition the OKTA Pro has it’s share of high purity copper gold plating. Every element of this overly engineered receptical screams AC signal transmission and the gold plated Conductors spring system grips like a vice. Upon installation in my system I immediately began hearing cues and micro details that seemed covered up with my former outlets. (AV Options Deep-Cryo Hubble, Pangea, PS Audio Power Port and the Furutech GTX-D). After reaching two hundred hours the performance is fast, neutral and doing a great job of preserving the musical warmth. N |
Greetings.@ tksteingraber Thanks for the feedback on the Ocean-Expanded Upgraded Ground cords. I’m tempted to audition them. Were you able to compare and contrast the original Ocean-Expanded vs. the Upgraded Ground together in your system? You’ll need to contact Captain directly for more information, insight and pricing on the OKTA Pro outlets. They are not on the website as of yet. It's been one of my most economical upgrades I've made yet! I'm sure he'd love to hear from anyone wanting to take their system to the next level, especially if they are using Audio Envy power cords. N |