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Review: Monster Reference 2 Interconnect

Category: Cables

I have tried numerous cables both expensive and economical over the past two years. One of best interconnects I have tried would be the Monster Reference 2 interconnects. Initially, I was quite skeptical of Monster products. The cable itself is thick and well constructed. After plugging the interconnect between my DAC and Player I noticed an improvement in bass, soundstage and highs. I have also used this cable between my tv and receiver and things also improved. For a reasonable priced cable I would definitely buy these.



Associated gear
Denon 3803, Harman Kardon Signature 2.1, Paradigm Reference 60's, Perpetual P-3A DAC, NEC 6X ROM

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cozva
27 posts
 
Shalom,

Yesterday I received a similarly cable however named "Reference A", seems that is the same like yours, but older?

Can you please write me directly much detailed?, on your unique experience with this singular product?

Thanks very much; in advance!

Sincerely.

ALEX
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oddio
24 posts
 
the monster reference 2 interconnects are very old as cables go with very little refinement compared to modern cables. i have a pair of them put away somewhere and would not even dream of using them anywhere but in a very inexpensive system. Overall i would describe their sound as very flat but smooth, with limited high frequency extension and air. Not much depth nor involvement to the sound. They are not horrible sounding but i would not pay more than $10.00 for a meter pair.
neo451-6e2b
1 posts
 
I own a set of the 1 meter Reference 2 cables, and I would have to disagree with the previous post. These cables do have depth and good response. They get the signal to the amp without coloration that I have noticed in some of the very expensive exotic type cables. I would agree that the 100 dollar MSRP is a little steep, I got mine for $20.00 and am more pleased with them with some cables costing twice as much. True, there are cables that run circles around these.. But those cables will cost you a small fortune and if you don't have premium plus gear you will never benefit from them.
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