Preamp PC - Elrod Sig II or SR Tesla T2 or ??

Jim,

With all due respect to Chuck (Krell-man), knowing you as I do, I do not think the Silent Source Signature (SSS) cords are what you are looking for. Yes, they are very neutral, and work well in some systems, in others they can sound lean or thin. I also think the SR T2, though more full bodied than the SSS, will not present the air and resolution of the Elrod.

Bottom Line, I also have a RSA PLC (Danielle) and have found the Elrod EPS-3 Signature to surpass the likes of Shunyata Anaconda Matrix Alpha, Stealth Dream, amongst many others in performance here. If you enjoy what you are hearing, I would recommend trying a Elrod EPS-2 Signature, or some other similar ribbon technology cord...perhaps a Verastarr Grand Illusion, Electraglide S.O.T.U., Fusion Audio Enchanter....etc on your preamp.

Cheers,
John

Jim,

Again, if it's depth in soundstage that you seek, I would choose a Elrod EPS-2 Signature cord. I would also recommend trying a Jade Audio Vermeil interconnect. I have recommended these i/c's to a few, and they all have thanked me. Very holographic.

Cheers,
John

The S.O.T.U. is the current top cord from the 'new' Electraglide, whatever that means. It is also grounded. The Epiphany X was the top of the line from the 'old' Electraglide a couple of years ago, but as I recall, it was ungrounded. Take that for what it's worth.

I have one of each, but I just received the S.O.T.U. yesterday, and have formed no opinions yet, in fact it's still burning in on my refrigerator.

Cheers,
John

PS: LOL about the "Dick Vermeil" reference....I hadn't thought about that name in a few years.

I apologize to Joe for taking so long to reply. The Electraglide S.O.T.U. is a very good cord, especially for the prices that I've seen it selling for on auction. FWIW, I now have two of them. Their positive attributes are speed, clarity and resolution, similar to older Electraglide cords. However, they are not quite as thin sounding as the older cords, IMHO.

I would lump them in a camp with the likes of Nordost Valhalla (I prefer the S.O.T.U.), Stealth Dream ( I prefer the Dream) and the Ridge Street Audio Poiema!!! Signature's as far as clarity, speed and resolution are concerned. However, if you're looking for a cord to add warmth or musical weight, the S.O.T.U. is probably not the best choice.

My speakers are warm (Verity Parsifal Encore's), I'm using the S.O.T.U.'s on a VAC tube integrated amp and a Marantz modified CDP with a tube buffer stage. So the added speed, clarity and resolution fit well in this system. YMMV.

Cheers,
John