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Electraglide Ultra Kahn / Shunyata Anaconda vx

Guys, I'm soon going to be looking for a very high quality power cable for my transport (system details below) and have both the Ultra Kahn Statement 2 and Anaconda vx on my shortlist. The qualities I favour are musicality and a full bodied tonal structure, with excellent micro-dynamics to recreate a realistic ambiance. I already have an anaconda vx which i think is great however a dealer (with an excellent reputation who stocks both brands) has suggested I will love the Ultra Kahn even more. Alternatively maybe you can suggest other models which may work well for me. I've heard good things about elrod however they are too inflexible for my tastes; similarly any views about the Wollf Carbon Ribbons would be appreciated. thanks Mark

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hydra 8 with anaconda / python / xindak gold
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michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Gosh Jason,
I don't remember selling you one of my new Carbon Ribbon Gain cords that have only been in production for a month now. To my knowledge, there are only 3 people in the USA that have them.
But I may be wrong.

Thanks,
Michael Wolff
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
What is this? Pick on my product today.
Ozzy this is what you wrote me in an e-mail:

I have used your Power cable for about 2 weeks to power low level equipment = 2 VCR's a CD player and a Pink noise generator.
Did not care for the sound , it was weak in just about evry area that is important.
Then with your blessing I ran it 3 days on the cable Cooker and them I let it rest for 1 day.
I must tell you today the sounds is excellent, everything is vastly improved.
Originally I was not willing to pay 2 dead flies for your power cord .

I have already purchased the Shunyata Python VX , so if I keep your cable I will have to sell that one.

So, after all my trials and such what kind of price can I get your cable for ?

Ken Basar

Now Ozzy, it appears you are just upset because I wouldn't discount the cord to you.

Next person please,
Michael Wolff
PS: I just love Audiogon flames.
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Ozzy, et al, once RFI "hash" is lessened or removed from the signal, there may be a perception of reduced dynamics. The solution is to simply turn up the volume. Withthe hash removed, one should be able to tolerate the louder levels of playback. This will unmask the true dynamics of the particular recording.
Sometimes this requires a re-training of the ear to evaluate the change and whether it is a positive experience. Some think it is, some think it is not.

It would be nice to be able to claim to make the only accurate component in the audio world. But that will never be a reality, since some people like it hot and some like it cold.

Happy Listening,
Michael Wolff
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Yes I did Jason and I do remember you. True you did try the older version of the Gain cord which has now been replaced by a newer model. Springbok is one of the three that have them in his system. I also remember that it was a pleasure working with you.

Hope things are going well for you.
Best,
Michael
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Sean, how fortunate we are that you were not schooling the Wright Brothers.

Now back to my make believe world,
Michael
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Dear Mr. Troll. Accuracy is indeed a matter of personal taste. What I deem to be accurate and what someone else deems to be accurate can be many different shades of gray on the white to black scale. That is a fact that defies your 1 + 1 = 2 mentality.
michaelhwolff
112 posts
 
Sean, I think perhaps that would be best for you, you are having a hard time trying to understand the difference between actual accuracy and perceived accuracy. Measuring the height of an item using a calibrated height gauge is actual. Listening to music through a stereo is based more on the perception of the listener than the actual measurements taken by a laboratory.
Hope that explains the difference.
Either Way Best wishes.
Michael
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