Which NORDOST Cables?

I'll answer the question. I like the Norse line and think the Heimdall is at a nice level because it comes with the WBT nextgen (Baldur does not) and has twice as many more conductors as Baldur. Heimdall is about $200 more for a 1 meter interconnect. I think nextgens make a big improvement. Despite what folks think the Norse line is not thin, bright, cold or whatever is said. If they do then the system sounds that way. I know that these cables need break in and suggest you purchase from a Nordost Vidar dealer who can cook them. You will be rewarded with a very open, transparent, tonally balanced and natural sound. As you move up the line you get more. Frey is another destination (another $200 over Heimdall). Tyr is a big price jump

Wo nelly.....

"looking for the most INEXPENSIVE I can get for their line that would provide me with the best bass and dynamics."

Try NBS....but inexpensive....to get real dynamics...you need a low sound floor....and that's never been inexpensive. But you can build a system on Gon...it just takes time.

Good luck....Wave

IMHO, if you are looking for Nordost and inexpensive then you are looking at the blue heaven. Synergy with the components in the system are a driving factor if they will sound good or not.

I have been testing several different interconnects (Van Den Hul and Ecosse) against my set of blue heaven. Each has their pluses and minuses. I am currently auditioning the Ecosse Conductor and it is very close to the blue heaven.

It all comes down to personal preference and trusting your ears. I do keep going back to the blue heavens as they sound great.

There is no right answer to any cable question. I have power cords made of Oyeida plugs and Accrolink cable. I was recommended to try Furutech F150's with the Accrolink. That got me 2 power cords but with different ends. I tried them on various components - my Ayre K1xe preamp loved the Oyeida plugs, my Ayre V1xe amp loved the Furutech plugs. When I switched their positions, it was definitely a step backward...the other way, it is heaven.

Welcome to the "cable jungle."