VD Revelation Speaker cables -


I read reviews of these cables and usually there are good comments about the cables bass response and dynamics. But no mention of the upper frequency abilities. This makes me wonder...

From Stereo Times Review in December 2005.
"The Revelation sounds surprisingly real and un-electrical. It takes the “system” sound away from your electronics and gives them an almost a human touch. Some might judge this as rolled-off in the highs, or too warm in the midrange. I say it’s neither."

So, I dont know, perhaps I am thinking too much between the lines of this review. Is there rolled off highs in this cable that is detectable to us common folk?.

I have seen other comments on different cables stating about there high frequency characteristics as, "its a natural sound" Do they really mean it does not have extened highs? In my experience, many times that is the case.

Please dont get me wrong I love bass , midrange , dynamics and soundstage qualities but the cable also has to hit the high Frequency extremes.

I would appreciate anyone with experience with these cables would comment on the cables upper frequency abilities.
That is, does it sound like a cymbal crashing with impact and detail and shimmer or does it sound like a muted aluminum pie plate off in the distance?
ozzy

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Ozzy, the V.D Revelation is truly a reference class cable that has bested some very highly rated cables.If you have any systems anomalies this cable will show them to you.I have found these cables to be very natural and extended in all the freq.ranges.The new Genesis cable is in a class by itself and may be the most natural dynamic cable in the world.It brings out huge images and offers dynamics that are truly staggering, keep in mind that this cable is not for the faint of heart since it is 6 gauge and very heavy( my 2metre Xlr weighs 25 lbs for the two cables !!)If you can buy some used Rev cables then you are getting a huge bargain for the price to performance level. Take care Dennis
Ozzy, the speaker cables are siff but it helps if you map out the spot where you think the cables will go.You then place the cables roughly and start ajusting the ends of the cable to your equipment so that when you go to hook it up,only small bends are necessary.VD. cables do not suffer from typical cable interactions since they are shielded so well,and they ship in a cicular box anyway,so a circle may work for you!I have worked with many a pair and do find them challenging (especially the 6 gauge)but with patience and determination you will recieve a revelation once they are installed.Congats on a great cable and if you find these good,beware that the i/c's and p/c's are even better.Hope this helps and if you need a virtual hand please let me know-cheers Dennis
Ozzy,don't you dare thake those cables from the speakers!!By moving them you are doing more harm than good,just be patient and you wil be rewarded.The REV 2.0 will not need such a huge break in time like the first REV's,the changes are going to be more refinement and vividness as well as 3-d fleshing.I feel that part of the journey is the trekking while you listen so you can inform others.Hope this helps Dennis
Snook2,40,000 cd front ends,160,000 Wavac amps,170,000 Wilson speakers,45,000 preamps.I suspect that this is true free enterprise and is the American way!Sunny cables are over 100,000 for a set of their cables and there is no in home demo that I know of!And the timeshare also doesn't allow you to take it home!Take care Dennis