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HiFi Audio Equipment Discussion / Re: The stingy olive / no budget thread
« on: October 17, 2017, 06:05:26 PM »
Thanks for sharing bro. Mind sharing briefly about your setup? Just for the context of the comparison.
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HiFi Audio Equipment Discussion / Re: The stingy olive / no budget thread
« on: October 17, 2017, 01:57:38 PM »
I've spent some time evaluating various interconnects at varied price brackets ($1xx to $6xxx). The outcome has been an insightful one. While there is not day and night differences, my findings are that as one moves up the line with better and more advance cable builds, there is simply more refinement, resolution, decay and micro dynamics when done right.
In my evaluations, there was a cable that left me astounded. It was one of the cheaper cables of the bunch with performance that was close to the average of the cables I had tested. It is well balanced, full and articulate with good clarity and extension at both ends of the spectrum. Due to the cable's quiet and 'black' nature, it presented above average detail with a liquidity that was quite captivating! If I had to nitpick, and without consideration to price, it lacked the utmost resolution, micro dynamics and control of the deepest bass notes. Considering the price (RRP USD 500 for 6 feet xlr ic) and in comparison to top tier, top dollar cables, this is high praise!
I throughly enjoyed my time with this cable and will very enthusiastically recommend it to anyone looking for a high performance cable for little money. Overall, it is quite neutral in character with a slight emphasis in the mids. It is well balanced throughout with a smoothness that is not overly analytical or fatiguing for longer listening sessions. I would be hard pressed to do better at this price point.
The cable described here is none other than the Soundstring Gen II interconnect which is distributed locally by Horizon Acoustics in Singapore. Contact Mr Poon for an audition and pricing.
In my evaluations, there was a cable that left me astounded. It was one of the cheaper cables of the bunch with performance that was close to the average of the cables I had tested. It is well balanced, full and articulate with good clarity and extension at both ends of the spectrum. Due to the cable's quiet and 'black' nature, it presented above average detail with a liquidity that was quite captivating! If I had to nitpick, and without consideration to price, it lacked the utmost resolution, micro dynamics and control of the deepest bass notes. Considering the price (RRP USD 500 for 6 feet xlr ic) and in comparison to top tier, top dollar cables, this is high praise!
I throughly enjoyed my time with this cable and will very enthusiastically recommend it to anyone looking for a high performance cable for little money. Overall, it is quite neutral in character with a slight emphasis in the mids. It is well balanced throughout with a smoothness that is not overly analytical or fatiguing for longer listening sessions. I would be hard pressed to do better at this price point.
The cable described here is none other than the Soundstring Gen II interconnect which is distributed locally by Horizon Acoustics in Singapore. Contact Mr Poon for an audition and pricing.
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HiFi Audio Equipment Discussion / Re: The stingy olive / no budget thread
« on: September 18, 2016, 12:02:51 AM »
Yep. German cords and Japanese cords are bang for the buck. I have had very good results with Inakustik and SAEC.
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HiFi Audio Equipment Discussion / Re: The stingy olive / no budget thread
« on: September 13, 2016, 04:51:25 AM »
I've tried the below with decent results. Definitely worth considering for those on a tight budget.
Interconnects:
Belden 8402
Mogami neglex 2497
Speaker cable:
Western electric WE16GA
Coaxial:
Belden 1694A w Canare rca
Interconnects:
Belden 8402
Mogami neglex 2497
Speaker cable:
Western electric WE16GA
Coaxial:
Belden 1694A w Canare rca
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HiFi Audio Equipment Discussion / Re: The power conditioning thread
« on: September 13, 2016, 04:36:58 AM »
I'm using the PLiXiR elementra 2500 with very good results. It is a step up from the previous PLiXiR 3000 BAC which I had replaced in my setup.
However, for the PLiXiR Elite range, I would caution those who are keen to try it out in your setup before purchase. It may be more of a side step, gaining added bass but sacrificing refinement and 'air'.
However, for the PLiXiR Elite range, I would caution those who are keen to try it out in your setup before purchase. It may be more of a side step, gaining added bass but sacrificing refinement and 'air'.
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HiFi Audio Equipment Discussion / Re: Outstanding value equipment or accessories that you have tried
« on: September 13, 2016, 04:30:34 AM »Hello everyone. Audio equipment and accessories can come with really eye popping pricetags. But I'm sure that once in a while, you would have encountered something that redefined your idea of good value and performance. Here is my list. Care to share yours ?
Amp - Job 225. I am still a bit unsure how Goldmund / Job managed to do this. Most of its DNA is derived from a much more expensive model. Powerful, compact, highly detailed yet musical. USD 1,699
Speakers - KEF LS50. Pin sharp imaging and staging. Incredibly detailed sound for its price bracket, with a lusciously creamy midrange. It's not budget speaker price territory, but it comes dangerously close to a lot of more expensive speakers out there. SGD 1,850 per pair.
Cables (Interconnects) - Cerious Technologies Nano Reference interconnect, or the latest model, the Graphene Extreme. It has a detailed liquidity that you typically only find in mega buck cables. Cerious cleared out the Nano Reference at under USD 300, and the Graphene can be purchased at a slight premium over this if you are an existing customer of Cerious.
Cables (AC) - Triode Wire Lab's Digital American. Slightly rich, but the overall tone is extremely refined and quiet. It has a near ideal mix of fullness, speed and dynamics. USD 499
Those are great recommendations!
I will also add that for TWL cords, the Gold statement takes the DA up a notch in terms of refinement, bass control and adds a touch of 'sweetness' to the music. Highly recommend if you're looking to add extension, refinement and sweetness to your setup.
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