I had to google this cable to see what the 72 v is used for. Turns out is just is used to put an e-field across the diaelctric (insulation) to supposedly reduce RF noise. So there is no current flow. So probably most current leakage that would cause your batteries to die is inside the batteries. Theoretically they will last forever. I'd look at a set of new batteries, see what their advertised shelf life is, and change them out at that interval, just to make sure they don't leak inside your battery chamber.
Batteries in my Audioquest Colorado RCA interconnects
The box attached to the cables read: aq DBS 72v
It takes (6) 23ae 12v batteries in each box per cable. I judiciously replace batteries in remotes etc. yearly like checking the fire alarms. These batteries, which I have failed to register, have been in / attached to these cables for 8 years plus however long they were in prior to my purchase. AND they did not leak. AND when I push the little button on the box on the cable the little green light turns on.
Would that be pure lucky and amazing?
Also, can anyone tell me if I am using them in the best way: They connect the output of the tube pre-amp to the input of the tube main amp. My thinking is that is where the most current / possible noise would exist. But looking for advice. As these are my most expensive (I think best quality) interconnects I own.
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@carlsbad Agree. Thank you. |
@cinqcepages in my experience I always got the best results with the best interconnects between pre and amp. But…bottleneck’s a bottleneck no matter where it is. |
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