Is the Master cables higher up the chain than the reference, and signature cables by VD?
the reference cables are what gage?
I am in the market for speaker cables and believe some of the cables made 20 years ago are just as good as the high dollar cables being made today
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Thanks for the heads up Viggen, that's good to know! Even if the Virtual Dynamics isn't a true 75ohm, it's sounding pretty good even now. I have a D60 as well, but it's been long demoted to it's velvet box. |
Hey Gunbei,
Rick told me before there are no differences between their digital and analog cables. So they probably are not 75ohm. But you'd probably find, after your cables are burned in, a high quality analog cable can walk all over a digital cable even when used in digital applications. Currently, I am using Alpha Core AG Micropurls for my digital applications, and they are way better than the D-60. |
OK folks, I just received my cryo'd Audition Package yesterday. First off, I must note that I was missing part of my order. My order consisted of two pairs of ICs, one digital IC, a biwired pair of SCs and four PCs. I was missing 3 PCs, but after a quick call to Brett, I was assured that the other three would be built and shipped to me ASAP. Brett was very apologetic. The folks at Virtual Dynamics are the nicest people in the world, and because of the buzz surrounding there products they're also among the busiest. I have complete confidence in their service.
I've been sitting idle for about three weeks without any music at all, because I sold both pairs of Analysis Plus Oval 9s I had. So the first thing I did last night was to hook up the biwired Audition SCs and try to make an aural comparison through memory. I opted for the WBT bananas instead of the standard WBT spades. When I placed my order, Rick said that WBT Topline bananas were optional at no extra charge. Well I was pretty darn surprised when I realized he had placed the more expensive 0645 angled Safety locking bananas on them. Thanks!! Initially, I was a bit apprehensive because the VD cables are so stiff, and running four separate conductors to my little ProAcs could potentially create flying/suspended Tab 50s! To my relief, all VD cables while being stiff, are also very bendable. I found it easy to bend all the cables into any twist or shape. Try and imagine big expensive pipe cleaners. Once you bend them, they stay put.
Even cold out of the box I can tell the cryo'd Audition speaker cables are very good. Overall very smooth and at the same time satisfyingly [for me] detailed. From what I can remember these beat the the AP9s as far as soundstage width and depth, but right now the VD's focus is out of wack. Instruments such as pianos and guitars are decently placed, but Ana Caram sounds as if she's standing at a 45° angle to me and singing to the guy standing by the back door. I'm sure this will be resolved as they break-in.
I hooked up the digital cable, interconnects and the one power cord this morning. One thing I noticed was that the digital cable was not differentiated from the other ICs. This leads me to believe that it may not be a true 75 ohm design. Please correct me if I'm wrong. Also the biwired SCs have the Virtual Dynamics logo on the terminator jacket on the source end while the speaker end is blank, so I arranged all my ICs in the same manner. The interconnects come with locking WBT RCA jacks just like the ones Harmonic Technology uses, but these are gun metal grey. Oooohh. The ICs have the same bend characteristics as the SCs.
With all the VD cables and cords installed, I sat around for a couple hours this morning listening to music I'm very familiar with. After running brand new Virtual Dynamics cables for only a few hours, I will say that they are very smooth. I'm not sure if this is an effect of the cryogenic freezing, but I'm pretty impressed. The background is blacker and quieter than before. While still a bit unfocused, the soundstage is larger than I've ever experienced in my system, and there's more air around the instruments as well. Right now my system lacks the romance it had with my other cables, but hopefully that will change with time and break in. And if not, that's something I can address with some tube rolling.
I'm playing a CD on repeat while I'm at work, so I'll have a chance to see if there are any improvements when I get home. I realize the full break-in may take one to two months though. I'll write again when I have something significant to report. |
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I had a pair of power 3's for about a month or so. Very pleased with the cables, they helped tighten up the bass, got a lot better in the soundstage area also. Very good build quality. So now I am waiting on a set of power 2's to arrive |
Where do ya go to find these cables ? Is there a web
site for Virtual Dynamics ? |
Blaz, what components did you use to compare the power cables? |
Had the Audition, power2 & power3 here for weeks. Started w/ the Audition after long burn in (well 10 days or so)then stuck it up against the competition: Shunyata Cobras, Omega Mikro w/ active shielding, & David Elrod EPS power cords. The Audition had BIG bass but lacked inner detail up top and did some strange things to vocals popping them WAY out in front of the SS? So I sent a few of these off to a local friend w/ large Solid State set up (mine is El-34 PP amp)and he had them quite a while too and found them not up to par w/ his Acoustic Zen cables or a BMI Eel I sent along for the ride. I will say this though, for $200 the Audition was very well put together and really rocked on my sub woofer. However, I just didn't find it to be the "giant killer" that I had heard it to be IN MY SYSTEM anyway. How Rick sells that one monster sized cord (power 3?)though for only $50 is beyond me and would be a good starter cord for someone on a budget! |
Hey Bro,
I can't answer your question. But I surmise the Power 3, 2, and 1 all have the same connectors and other properties such as shielding and mechanical filtering. The difference is the size of the conductors, gauge.
I just got off the phone with Rick. One thing I really like about him is he is the first "merchant" I've dealt with that honestly admits and utters the word "I don't know."
In case anyone thinks I am being a smart ass, I am just emphasizing that I can take Rick's words with less grain of salt than other "merchants." Other merchants, when dealt with a question they have no real knowledge to, will talk out of their buns just to sell themselves/the company/the product. |
Can anyone tell me what kind of IEC connecter the Power 2's has as I have some Jeff Rowland model 3's. They have a rack handle very close to the IEC connecter. on the power 3's it was the narrow type. I am hoping they are not the large round type( I.E. Wattgate) I may have to remove the handles so the large ones will fit. |
I had a pair of P3's recalled and was offered the cryogenic treatment on the replacement P2's at no charge. The say it will take a extra three days. I sure don't mind the wait! |
Bro, it'll be interesting what if any difference you'll experience in the change. I hope they're better. I went straight with the Power 2s and they were a definite improvement over the Absolute PCs in my system. Hopefully the cryo'd Auditions I'm awaiting will be that much better as well. |
Just sent my P3's back, My P2's are on the way. |
hey everyone- been following Rick & crew for over a year now (he's a great guy by the way- very patient & knowledgeable), and being a careful purchaser, I have only purchased one of his cords (so far)- the top-of-the-line (albeit non-cryo'd) Power Signature.
It has worked best for me on the amps, and especially in concert with other brands as a mix (particularily Ensemble- see my thread 'Virtual Dynamics + Ensemble Power Cords- good mix'). I believe it would also work well on digital, HOWEVER, I was using it between digital (HT processor) and an Ensemble Isolink power transformer, with the Ensemble Megaflux PC from transformer to line conditioner- this was NOT a preferable combo- increased resolution, but a loss of 'presence', and grainy/edgy highs, etc. I now believe the problem to be twofold- 1) no break-in; 2) the application- The Ensemble Isolink seems to work best with the Ensemble PC's.
SO... put the VD Power Sig on the big Theta Dreanaught amp, and the Ensemble cords back on the Isolink/processor combo- YES!! the perfect combo- natural tonality (hallmark of the Ensemble PC's IMO) returned, but the amp w VD PC now had a shot of adrenaline, and the increased resolution now comes with NO grainy/edgy quality.
Also tried the VD Power Sig in my other 2-ch rig- hooked it into one of the 300B amps- nice resoluition benefits- vocals and soundstaging pinpointed better than stock cords too. AGAIN (caveat)- I also found a MIX of cords worked best here too- the Ensemble Isolink/Megaflux PCs on digital (Audio Aero Cap 24/192), to retain the natural tonality I crave, and the VD on amps.
Summary:
1. Rick's cords should NOT be underestimated, and do not hesitate to try them in a mix with some of your other 'fab' PC's
2. Break-in will GREATLY improve your impression of these cords- and try to do it in a higher-current source (for me- it was my 5-ch SS Theta HT amp)
3. It is yet undetermined (for ME, anyways) whether or not a FULL COMPLIMENT of VD PC's system-wide (in both my systems) would prove the ultimate move, or 'too much of a good thing' as they say- i.e. amazing resolution and transparency but with compromises in tonality & warmth- hmmm.... I will be ordering more VD PC's, and will hope to post some further thoughts. Something tells me that a full VD Power Sig setup (cryo'd) may be amazing (caveat- FULLY BURNED IN!!), however that remains to be seen.
4. Rick & the VD crew are a first-class operation, and great to deal with- $$-back gurantee as well (I believe 14 days- but you can ask Rick/Brett at 1-877-347-4489).
5. Rick was the first guy in Canada to be distributing Audiopoints, and more importantly (to me) Sistrum component racks- the Sistrum SP-1's have been wonderful under my larger Altec tube monoblocks in the 2-ch rig. What I am trying to say here, is that Rick's concepts of the application of Coloumb- sp?? friction and the reduction of MECHANICAL micro-vibrations (a relatively newer concept over the last few years in the audiophile world of resonance control) have pervaded through his choice of products to carry as a distributor, and, ultimately, now his own creation of the VD cable line. If you buy into this philosophy (as I have, as I've heard the benefits), then you should take Rick's products very seriously, and give them a try in your system. |
Got an email today from Rick announcing the recall of the past two weeks' production of PC P3, to be swapped with a P2.
And I haven't even listened through it yet!
Thumbs up to an organization concerned with maintaining quality and safety! |
Hi Ed. I know that the Audition PC is a triple strand design, where the similarly priced Power 1 which is designed for big monoblocks, is a single super suspension bridge thick cable. I think the level of filtering also goes up with the Reference and Signature PCs.
I currently own three Power 2s and will be receiving the Audition Package very shortly, so I'll have something to compare then, albeit not at the higher end that your asking about. |
Has anyone compared the $199 Audition power cord to the $375 Reference power cord?
Also, what's actually different between the two PCs, e.g., gauge, connectors? |
O.K., I finally received my set of vd cables.{sig. pc's and ic}. I was very impressed right from the start. My search for cables is over. Now i've only have to start saving $$$ for a set of their speaker cables. Know anybody who wants some coincident cst's??
Kale |
Erik,
If I am not mistaken, Power 3 is a 16 gauge conductor with 14 gauge connects. That is too small for your krell and cj that are high current capacity components. Most stock cords are 14 gauge. You are better off with stock 14 than 16 gauge aftermarket cords.
If you are not looking for a more refined sound but more kick in your system, go find some large gauge power cable. Mapleshade and PS Audio will work well in this regard. And, if you are not too turned off by the Power 3, try the Power 2 or Audition. |
Just wanted to pitch in with my results on the V.D. cords.
I recently replaced my Custom Power Model 11 with the V.D. "Audition" on my amp. After thorough break in, a DEFINATE improvement, in all areas. Especially notice a more "relaxed", and fluid presentation, with a much better defined (& w-i-d-e-r) soundstage.
Next, just for "grins", I replaced my Silver Audio Power Burst with the V.D. "Power 3" cord, on my PS P300. Didn't really expect much here, but again, same type of improvements -- blacker background, even further reducing the "strain" and glare, leaving a more relaxed, easier to listen to presenation. All with NO loss of detail or "rounding off" of the highs. All from a $50.oo cable!!
This guy Rick must be doing something right, and at his "promotional" prices he's got going right now, I would urge anyone & evryone to give 'em a try, before these cables inevitably "catch on", and he wisely raises his prices.
I guess as mentioned abaove, system synergy has a lot to due with it. I know I'M completely sold. |
The VD cables replaced the stock cables from the Krell and CJ - my Rotel 971 has the cable attached so that cable replacement is 'after' the warranty is up. Other cables in my system are Straight Wire Rhapsody II IC's and some very nice 10' Rhapsody II Bi-wire speaker cables thanks to a fellow A.G. member sale.
Perhaps it is me - I guess some people like very warm mellow sounds but I like articulate music at volume - lots of organ and big symphonic stuff. For example - the bass drum slams on the Firebird suite used to penetrate right through you with the stock PC's but now they timidly find thier way out of the speaker cabinets. Even my S.I. - after hearing me rave about the VD cables for two weeks said she was surprised that the sound just "wasn't 'there' anymore - kind of cloudy and not as brilliant as before"
Erik |
Erik,
what cables in general do you use? I find the VD power cords can interact with the rest of the cables in a positive or sometimes not so positive way.
Since I listend to the VD power cords with almost 50 brands of different interconnects and speaker cables, I have some experience I could share, if I knew the rest of your cables. |
Hi Erik, sorry to hear they didn't work out, which cords did you swap out for the Power 3s?
I'll be receiving the cryo'd Audition Package soon and am a bit nervous because if I don't like it, I've already sold all my speaker cables and will need to buy a new set. Presently, I have no music at all! |
I have had 2 Virtual Dynamics Power 3 cords hooked up to my CJ PV-14 and Krell KAV-250a over the past week. I had bought them hoping to broaden the soudstage, deepen the bass, add more air, liven the music - everything these cables have been reported to do. However...to date my system which once had a broad soundstage now sounds like it's comming from two boxes - my system which once had deep bass now has much less - my system which once had 'air' now has none - my system which once sounded 'live' now sounds 'veiled' - my system which once produced music 'effortlessly' now sounds 'constipated' - actually having to work just to get sound out of the boxes (B&W 803 II)
What is wrong???
Erik |
Are all your unconscious purchases online pertaining to audio? Mine are. Usually, I am much more rational. Wait, I just spend $25 on a book on ebay. A rare english version of a japanese novel that probably costs $3 in japan. |
"...accidentally pressed pay". I love that! I can't even count how many times I've gone "doh!" right after I pressed "order" or "buy". |
Gunbei,
You've had the VD cables longer than I have. I thought I'd have more to learn from you. Oh, I just ordered one Audition cord lastnite. It was one of those 4am, oops accidentally pressed "pay" on paypal.com, thingy. |
Subaru, that's a good one, just think how my dinky Bel Canto DAC 1.1 went airborne with my VD Power 2s. The Auditions I'm getting have three smaller strands. so hopefully they'll bend easier.
Viggen, I'll keep your review and experiences in mind when I get my cables and go through the install. |
For sure start with the Digital. This will make the biggest difference. |
Sugaru, did you tip the pizza boy?
Which cable did you get? Power 1?
Personally, I think your digital will benefit the most from mechanical filtering. However, they might burn in faster by hooking it up to the amp.
I have the cable going up against the backwall and bending towards my components at a 90 angle over... about 6"... very tight fit. My P3, subjectively, almost outweigh my Cal Alpha and Delta. I think the IEC connectors are already loosened a bit.
Please share your assessments. |
I just got a pizza box with a 10 lb snake in it for cheap.
How do I hang it without stressing the IEC connector? Since "mechanical" optimization appears to be part of the VD boilerplate, doesn't it make sense to reduce stress at the connector level? And the sucker needs more than 6" to turn a 90. Phew! I was going to try this on my 44 lb EMC-1, but I think it may even twist IT up in the air!
CDP, Pre or monos first? Thanks. |
My final assessment of VD P3 cables.
I highly recommend VD cables on amps and transports.
I feel Virtual Dymanic cords works best when with components have mechanical movements or has high current storage. I say this because it seems these components are the most vulnerable to vibration, and I feel there is some correlation between sharing alternating current with the rest of the city and micro-vibrations within your components.
As for components with no mechanical movement or low-level current, other cords might work better. You can use other brand cables as tone controls to suit your personal taste on preamps and such.
As noted earlier, VD cables are best when directly connected to components, compared to only connected it to an outlet splitter. This probably means other aftermarket powercords are still vulnerable to factors that will impede transports and amps from performing up to its potential.
That is my current personal assessment. |
No wonder he hasn't replied my emails.... well maybe cuz it's the weekend. |
Hi Mzn50. Yeah Rick said the orders are piling up and the wait will only get longer now that word is getting around about the cryo option and his cables in general. I should have my cryo'd wires in a week or two so I'll be able to give you a one week in advance preview. Good luck! |
I just order Signature Powercords and having them Cryo treated, I was told 3 weeks !!! yikes...long time ! |
Gunbei, you can edit your system once you've posted it. That's what makes it so cool! |
Viggen, actually I've never posted a virtual system, because it keeps changing so often. But, I think I've settled into something that I both like and maxes out my budget. I'll definitely let you know what I think of the Audition Package when I get it. |
Hey Gunbei,
I guess Rick is taking his sweet time freezing and thawing his cables?
Man, a week is a long time to wait...
But, do keep us posted.
I will try to find your system on virtual system.. I think I saw it once. |
Viggen, thanks for your detailed reports. I'm sure many people considering Virtual Dynamics cables and cords will find your experience helpful. I have the Audition Package with full cryo treatment on order and should be receiving them in 1-2 weeks. I'm not as patient nor as thorough you, and will probably do a complete system wide swap out when they arrive. Plus, I want them to break in as fast as possible, so I'll most likely give them a listen when I first install them, then leave everything on and cycling for a few days. I'll probably listen every 24 hours or so to check the progress. I've been doing this with a newly acquired set of NOS tubes and I'm amazed how different they've sounded at each stage of break in. Keep us posted on your progress, and I'll write again when I feel confident that I can contribute any usable information. Later... |
Looks like I killed this room. Viggen, 239482; room, Zero!
Part 6--aspects of power 3
No change in cable configuration since part 5.
Since I last plugged the pair of Power 3 cords into my trans/dac, I've mentioned that the system garnered a huge sense of air and space. However, my soundstage sounded a little confused.
Keep in mind, I live in an apartment complex, so my late nigth listening levels are very low. I turned up the volume to my usual listening level this afternoon, and I am sort of dissapointed.
The tube-ish air quality is there in the highs, and the bass is taught; however, there is something missing in the middle of the soundstage that wasn't missing before I put both the P3 cords on my trans/dac.
My assumptions are many:
1) Inferior quality power cords from wall to juicebar and from juicebar to amp, which are both Lat Internationals.
2) Inferior quality power cord from juicebar to Meridian 518, used as a preamp.
3) P3 cord adds musicality but lessens resolution (need higher gauge cord for digital?)
4) My interconnects and speakercable doesn't have synergy with VD cables, which are both Audiotruth.
5) AQ Emeralds might not have enough resolution, and it is known to round off the top.
Remedies:
1) I am planning to invest in a new interconnect, thinking the AQ Python. I just love the way AQ sounds. I think this is the weak link.
2) I am contemplating on splurging on the VD Reference power cords, to increase the gauge and dynamic filtering factor so to increase my dac/trans' resolution.
Comments: I've contemplated on getting the Audition package but I don't want to part with my AQ argent speaker cables, and I don't want to part with $1000.... The search goes on... |
Part 5 Moving P3 cord into Dac
Previously
-P3 cord from wall to juicebar
-Lat Int. AC2 from juicebar to Dac
Now
-Lat from wall to juicebar
-P3 from juicebar to dac
Comment: There is tremendously more air at the lost of lower frequency oomph. I have 3 individual theories, althought they can be construed as one:
1) Because the Lat cord is connected to the juicebar, and the Lat does have an airy sonic signature, the rest of my system's signal production has become airier, especially the amp since its getting a double dose of Lat cord's effects now.
2) Since my dac uses tubes, the P3,being directly connected to it, is revealing more of its characteristics.
3) Since the amp is no longer getting the benefits of dynamic filtering, it might have lost some of its lower current abilities.
Conclusion:
I love the added airy quality to my system; 3 dimensionality has improved along with better better ability to recognize subtle details; it almost sounds like an all tube system. I would like some of the lower frequency to come back. I might have to go back to bi-wiring. I assume I will lose some cohereny in the midrange if I do that.
An obvious solution, one might think, is to add another VD cable to either the juicebar, the amp, or both. I am sort of quagmired; would adding another vd power cord improve the current sound or merely alter it, trading in air for dynamics. Also, since money is tight, assuming I am to get more VD cords, should I get (2) more P3 or should I get (1) P3 and (1) Audition. I am under the assumption that my trans will harness more audible improvements by using Audition instead of P3. Wishful thinking?
I shall continue another night. I am pooped. |
Blazter, thanks for the review. I am contemplating on upgrading from Power 3 to Audition. Your review has given me lots of food for thought. Finally, someone on this website isn't telling others to "just do it." |
I had three VD power cords sent here from a friend who lives overseas. We send each other cables at times to try and since VD was on this continent he asked if I would want to try them and then send them off to him. I thought that would be cool. The cords were The Audition, the Power 2 & the Power 3. I already had great cords here. I had the incredible David Elrod EPS Ribbon cable on the amp, the Shunyata Cobra on the Transport, Black Mamba on the DAC, & BMI Whale on the pre amp. I would LOVE to find a cheap cord like the $200 Audition and sell off my cords for a few grand any day.
Well they arrived and first thing I did was unplug the BMI Whale and stick the Audition on the pre amp. Thought that since bothof these cords are made by small direct sales companies that promise to give sensational bang for the buck it would be a great place to start. Plus, the Whale delivers a pretty good sound at the $400 price point. Bass was phenomenal! Very punchy and BIG! That was an immediate in-your-face hook. However, after a few minutes I noticed that now the vocals were pushed WAY out front. Then I noticed that the delicacy of the bells, triangles, and such were just plane veiled in comparison to the Whale. I know about burn in so I took it down to the "B" system in the basement and plugged it on my subwoofer for a couple weeks where it would get lots of use. Bringing it back into the main rig was still not on par w/ what I had here already. I tried it everywhere. It never fell flat on its face, but the concept that this was going to be a giant killer that would beat down $1,000 power cords was just not coming true IN MY SYSTEMS. Dynamics were just not as impactful throughout. Vocals were sort of unnatural in comparison to the cbales mentioned, & the details were just not as well delineated as the other cables. Transients were good, but not lightening fast like I have been experiencing before the VD went in.
One thing is I know that it can be cost effective to use three single solid core 10 awg cables to make a power cord. Lot less labor than hand twisting all those individual strands of copper, silver, and such. Still, most companies learned long time ago the faults of this large single solid core design. That being said, I DID like the Audition better than the PS Audio Mini Lab cable. So at it's $200 price point the VD Audition is a viable alternative that will yield INCREDIBLE results compared to those nasty stock cords manufacturers send w/ their gear. However, I am leaning that most of the time you get what you pay for.
FWIW, I have since replaced the BMI Whale on my pre amp w/ the Mikro Omega power Cord w/ Active Shielding. IMS this PC beat the Whale just about as badly as the Whale beat the Audition. W/ the OM on the system instead of the Whale I actually got BETTER bass, more detail on all frequency ranges, and the wamrest most natural vocals you can imagine. One note here is my Pre is a tube design & many times I hear how tubes take to ribbons like a duck to water. YMMV!!
So is the OM the "best" cord I have heard? NO! The David Elrod EPS line of ribbon power cords is the most transparent & dynamic cable I have ever heard IMS & that INCLUDES interconnects, digital , & speaker cables. It made that kind of a difference. Then again, you certainly can't get one of those for the price of an Audition, Whale, Omega Mikro, or even Cobra. So the VD is a great place to start one's path up the foodchain of PCs. The truely amazing thing though is how does VD sell their one monster cable for $50, the power three I think? That thing is bult like a tank! |
I have used Reference PC/IC/digital/speaker cable and Power one PCs throughout my system since August, 2001.
I found out what those cables do is to make all components
more efficent. I am very happy about the result those cables
brought to my system.To hear is to believe. |
Cool deal Bro57, the Power 2s did wonders for my system's sound. Looks like a whole lot of us will be trying out Rick's cables and cords, then writing reviews. |
Recieved 2 Power 3's today. They will be used on a pair of Jeff Rowland model 3's. Will give updates on the break in as time goes by. |
Hi, I just wanted to let you all know that Rick with Virtual Dynamics is now offering full cryogenic treatment of his interconnects, power cords and speaker cables. He said even if you already own his cables and cords you can send them back to him for the cryo treatment if you want it done.
Rick just recently got the cryo-freezer and has been able to get the cables down to about minus 190. If you'd like some info on cryogenic treatment, Buckingham directed me to some good info on it at the Jena Labs website.
I ordered the first Audition Package of cables with the full cryo-treatment. I should get them in 2-3 weeks, and after proper break-in I'll post my impressions. |
Hey Viggen, It's nice to see that the cables are starting to open up for you. Believe me, the changes you are noticing now are nothing in comparison to what the Virtual Dynamics speaker cables and IC's can add to the system. The Audition PC you are looking at is worth the bump up from the Power 3.
Leave the system on 24/7 and you will keep hearing the improvements for the next few weeks. |
Hey Buck, I am using a laptop. I don't have anything in the house that uses an IEC input other than my rice cooker (actually my rice cooker doesn't have one either).
Part 4 Swapping Cables
Power Cords
Previously-
(1) Power 3 cable from wall to juice bar
(1) Power 3 cable from wall to amp
(2) Lat AC2 from juice bar to trans/dac
(1) Mapleshade PC from juice bar to preamp
Now-ceteris peribus cept...
(1) Power 3 cable from juice bar to transport
(1) Lat AC2 from juice bar to amp
Comment: I thought the best cable ought to be placed from wall to juice bar thus every component connected to the juice bar would benefit. But, that is not the case. Placing the Power 3 directly into the transport has much better results.
Speaker Cable
Previsouly-
(1) Audiotruth Argent on hi
(1) Audioquest Midnight on low
Now-
Removed Midnight from low
Attached gold plated jumpers
Comment: By adding (2) Power 3 cords, my system has "virtually" increased "dynamics" to the point where the sound is more virtual than natural (no equivocation here sirs). Naturalness returned by switching from bi-wire configuration to full range.
Part 4 conclusion:
It is my goal to be as objective as possible for the sake of readers who might actually read this and base their judgments on this data. However, I remember back when I was 13 years old, and I was listening to Aztec Camera's High Lands, Hard Rain from 2AM until 7AM on vinyl. That was one of my best listening experiences. I just had a similar experience listening to Ryuichi Sakamoto's BTTB. It's been a long time I can listen to music without paying attention to the equipment. I am thinking about upgrading to Audition for my transport. Yes, I am impulsive.
TBC |
