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1: Cable Asylum, RE: Do you elevate your speaker cables, and to what effect? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-04-06, 13:52:07 (68.34.97.50)
Has a lot to do with the audio system. For very high resolution systems this is a worthwhile effort. Low res will not hear a difference. Cable theory can also have an effect on importance. Does the si .......
2: Cable Asylum, RE: Ordered some Tempo Electric silver to compare with these Chinese knock offs. (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-03-27, 07:51:43 (68.34.97.50)
The GR Research speaker cables are based on 12tc, which is approximately 8ga. It is is a well-thought out design and quite creative in its use of materials. My modifications were soft 1/2" polyester r .......
3: Cable Asylum, RE: Ordered some Tempo Electric silver to compare with these Chinese knock offs. (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-03-26, 18:35:57 (68.34.97.50)
I built up a set of Chinese "Vahal" speaker cables. Nice quality wire and a very good sound, but found a variation of the GR Research speaker cables to be superior with my maggies. .......
4: Cable Asylum, RE: Ordered some Tempo Electric silver to compare with these Chinese knock offs. (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-03-26, 16:40:25 (68.34.97.50)
Your inquiry is quite general. Here are few ideas... High current speakers (large in size) optimally lean toward larger gauge speaker wire. Silver and silver coated copper wire works well with cone st .......
5: Cable Asylum, RE: Xsangsane silver cable RCA Plugs (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-01-27, 13:27:37 (68.34.97.50)
Used Furex "subwoofer" cable for IC cables. It's 16ga, inexpensive, high quality and not just subwoofer. Want to remember Duster, he recommended the cable. .......
6: Cable Asylum, RE: Xsangsane silver cable RCA Plugs (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-01-27, 13:17:57 (68.34.97.50)
Copper will become visible, which provides better adhesion to the solder. .......
7: Cable Asylum, RE: Xsangsane silver cable RCA Plugs (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-01-22, 11:04:19 (68.34.97.50)
KanedaK, based on a friend's recommendation, shared a link to these RCA plugs: They are really quite good. Full-bodied sound, smooth high end without brightness sometimes associated with silver. T .......
8: General Asylum, RE: 2500 to spend on a digital system ..... what would you buy ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-01-14, 11:37:09 (68.34.97.50)
Schiit Saga has a tube :-) .......
9: General Asylum, RE: 2500 to spend on a digital system ..... what would you buy ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2023-01-14, 07:12:32 (68.34.97.50)
Magnepan speakers (good used set???) (LRS+???) (subwoofer later) VTV Purifi Eigentakt Amplifier Schiit Saga preamplifier Mac Mini music server (can be older model) Gustard x16 (or equivalent) DAC Audi .......
10: Digital Drive, ASReview (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-12-17, 16:07:52 (68.34.97.50)
If you stretch your imagination a bit, the Audio Science Review folks are the Libertarians of the audio world (this is probably an insult to Libertarians). They have firm beliefs that data is the meas .......
11: Cable Asylum, RE: I'm Out. (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-11-29, 04:03:34 (68.34.97.50)
What cables did you choose for each piece of equipment? .......
12: Cable Asylum, Odin Gold USB Cable (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-10-06, 15:54:22 (68.34.97.50)
I have enjoyed the various discussion threads on Odin cables. Sometimes a bit detached, but each message carried a different perspective. Despite using a strong name brand USB cable I aways felt full .......
13: Digital Drive, RE: DAC Choices - Denafrips or Gustard (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-07-26, 03:48:58 (68.34.97.50)
Gustard x16 with good power cord and XLR cables. Quite nice. .......
14: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: First Impression of a Borrowed VTV Purifi power amp. (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-07-18, 19:18:15 (68.34.97.50)
Been using a VTV Purifi Eigentakt with Magnepan MG12s for almost a year. Dynamic, delicate, detailed, runs cool, light in weight and is inexpensive for a high power amplifier. I go back to a Marantz 8 .......
15: Cable Asylum, Main difference you heard... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-03-04, 15:31:22 (68.34.97.50)
Gosh, the wire is wire argument is eternal. In a low res audio system wire quality, gauge, etc. doesn't make much difference. High res can be quite revealing. .......
16: Cable Asylum, RE: How stiff are these? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-02-25, 16:39:27 (68.34.97.50)
Don't know about the Bob Crumb cord, but the Black Mamba V2 is a lighter power cord that is flexible. The Viborg 1501 is a power cable that is somewhat flexible. I would not call it stiff by it's turn .......
17: Cable Asylum, RE: I just don't get power cables (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-02-23, 15:28:40 (68.34.97.50)
Now that the sonics are greatly improved, try rotating the power cords around on the various pieces of audio equipment. Worth the effort. .......
18: Cable Asylum, RE: I just don't get power cables (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-02-21, 04:10:28 (68.34.97.50)
Power cords are loaded with opinions... Some audio enthusiasts prefer lower resolution systems where the mood of the music is more important than fine details. In those systems cables and cords play .......
19: Cable Asylum, RE: Decent and affordable flexible 14awg power cords? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-02-20, 05:55:21 (68.34.97.50)
With some thought to your request for power cords, I wonder if 14ga is a limitation? Even on my Mac Mini music server, which uses very little current, a 10ga power cable delivers a more robust, well r .......
20: General Asylum, RE: NAD C298 Class D amp review at 10Audio (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-02-15, 03:48:21 (68.34.97.50)
The reviewer shares his impression of nuances between amplifiers. A VTV Eigentakt plays quite nicely with my Magnepans MG12s. .......
21: Cable Asylum, RE: Recommend really good cable for making DIY interconnects (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-01-11, 05:33:34 (68.34.97.50)
Furez subwoofer cable. It is 16ga, which is a larger guage than most IC cables. Very nice combination of robust bass, solid midrange and prisitne highs. Roughly, $11 for 25ft from Avoutlet - no affili .......
22: Cable Asylum, RE: Do speaker cables really make much difference? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2022-01-03, 12:58:38 (68.34.97.50)
Cabling offers a significant opportunity to raise sound quality in a high definition audio system. Not high definition, not so much. In memory of Duster- Furez 12/4 (12ga 4 wires) wired star quad. Wo .......
23: Classical Court, A Holiday Gift ... Add Yours (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-12-21, 03:32:05 (68.34.97.50)
The enthusiastic interplay of Vilde Frang and Michail Lifits in selections 2-5 with a high level of musicianship is underscored by an excellent recording. It is an inspiration in this pandemic year .......
24: Cable Asylum, RE: Power cords (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-12-04, 04:48:35 (68.34.97.50)
Viborg 1501 has worked out well on amplifiers and in memory of Dusster, Oyaide Black Mamba V2 is a good cable for digital equipment. Inexpensive ($30-40) Audiocrast (a sister company of Viborg) power .......
25: Cable Asylum, RE: An excellent video about electricity and wires (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-11-21, 07:10:22 (68.34.97.50)
The more I think about the video my brain says, wow, magnetic field! This is an interesting and thought-provoking essay into the complex elements involved in electrical service. It provides insight i .......
26: General Asylum, RE: GUSTARD X16 is in the house! (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-11-20, 01:09:50 (68.34.97.50)
Use a Gustard x16 in each of the two household systems. A very transparent DAC that benefits from a quality power cord in and cabling out to the preamp or amplifier. Amazing, how such a low price pro .......
27: Cable Asylum, RE: XLR Balanced Interconnect Built with 16 AWG Wires (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-08-14, 09:46:10 (97.83.106.255)
The Furez interconnect cable is exceptional. My humble guess its success is due more to the very fine gauge of individual strands in the bundle, rather than the hefty gauge for an interconnect. ::: TO .......
28: Cable Asylum, RE: RIP Duster (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-08-01, 11:58:22 (68.34.97.50)
It is said that civilization is built on the backs of the previous generation. Audio innovation will grow, but not without warmly thinking of Duster's contributions that led us in right direction. ::: .......
29: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Have you tried placing a tuning fork on your audio system rack ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-07-22, 13:40:43 (68.34.97.50)
A second tuning fork is now secured to the amplifier shelf. This has provided an improvement in spades. New purity to the sound structure building on robust bass clarity. Provides a sense of greater d .......
30: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Have you tried placing a tuning fork on your audio system rack ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-07-07, 16:40:16 (97.83.90.200)
This was too easy to pass. Ordered a 128hz tuning fork for $5. Secured it at the yoke with a small jawed clamp to the back of the amp shelf, allowing the tuned portion to hang in the air. To my system .......
31: Digital Drive, RE: Gustard A18 DAC (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-04-19, 03:53:11 (68.34.97.50)
The Gustard x18 has been given a number of fine reviews. I have an x16 which is neutral and transparent with good dynamics. Does not exhibit a harsh edgy chracter to its presentation. Delivers high qu .......
32: Digital Drive, RE: Best DAC under $1000 (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-03-11, 06:38:56 (68.34.97.50)
Chinese manufacturers continue to make strong strides in digital to analog converters. The new Gustard X16 is an excellent sounding example for just under $500. .......
33: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: mac mini (mid 2011) vs raspberry pi 4 (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-03-01, 12:36:10 (68.34.97.50)
Not clear about the definition of OP? 2012 MacMini is running Mojave OS, but the computer operating system is not critical to the use of the Audirvana app. .......
34: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: mac mini (mid 2011) vs raspberry pi 4 (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-02-28, 11:28:26 (68.34.97.50)
I'm not sure my thoughts respond exactly to your situtation. I'm using a 2012 Mac Mini with 16gb of memory as the computer source. Music comes by way of Qubuz or internal SSD processed through Audirva .......
35: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Thur fun: I finally found a tube amp to push Maggies (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2021-02-11, 05:16:32 (68.34.97.50)
Love those power cables... .......
36: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Setting up a Mac mini as a music server, and other digital music questions (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-12-01, 03:38:17 (68.34.97.50)
Been using a 2012 Mac Mini (16gb memory) for streaming of Qubuz music service through Audirvana software. Excellent in all respects. .......
37: Cable Asylum, RE: I agree that the cable matters! (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-11-02, 14:54:39 (68.34.97.50)
Of those three brands which cable is your favorite? .......
38: Cable Asylum, RE: What did you compare it to, and how much$ ? nt (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-11-02, 07:54:10 (68.34.97.50)
Previous use was inexpensive USB cables such as Belkin Gold. Learned there is more to pure data transfer than just "a clean signal". The USB Cable plays a substantial role in sound quality. The Viborg .......
39: Cable Asylum, Viborg UC01 USB Cable (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-11-02, 04:51:11 (68.34.97.50)
With a question mark or two, two weeks ago I purchased a recently introduced product, the Viborg UC01 USB cable for connection between the computer server and digital to analog converter (DAC). The .......
40: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: What speaker cables do you use with your Maggies? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-10-18, 07:16:05 (68.34.97.50)
Furez 12/4 wired star quad, terminated with copper spade lugs or banana plugs. Just slightly on warm side of neutral. .......
41: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Test of LRS on Audio Science Review website (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-09-25, 05:17:33 (68.34.97.50)
I also follow the Audio Science Review website. They pursue a finely crafted objective analysis of equipment. And objective is where their approach runs into problems. For example, I own a Topping D5 .......
42: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Audirvana ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-09-20, 08:27:55 (68.34.97.50)
With Audirvana upsampling to DSD produces very high quality audio streaming files from Qubuz. Really nice sound quality... .......
43: Cable Asylum, RE: Don't mean to intrude, but how about Furez 14/2 vs. VH Audio's Twisted Pair (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-09-12, 03:20:53 (68.34.97.50)
The best sounding speaker cable can be elusive. This may be a challenge, but worthwhile in satisfaction to compare a number of speaker cables in an effort discover what produces the highest quality s .......
44: Cable Asylum, RE: Duster on speaker cables (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-09-10, 09:36:09 (68.34.97.50)
How about $30 or so, depending on cable ends? See link... .......
45: Cable Asylum, RE: Vanguard gold plated copper ac connectors (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-08-26, 12:24:49 (68.34.97.50)
Duster, is there a specific C-7 (figure 8) plug that you recommend? Thank you... .......
46: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Speaker Cables (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-08-16, 03:21:19 (75.129.5.253)
Somehow the link disappeared. Try again... .......
47: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Speaker Cables (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-08-16, 03:18:53 (75.129.5.253)
Recently wrote a long posting in the Cable Asylum - see link below. .......
48: Cable Asylum, RE: How does this compare to say Straightwire Quartet or.... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-08-01, 16:01:35 (75.129.5.253)
The quality of construction and basic design of Canare, Straightwire and Furez may be similar, but their audio attributes would likely be different. A solid method is to order, build and discover the .......
49: Cable Asylum, You've Done It Again... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-07-31, 12:19:44 (75.129.5.253)
My long relationship with speaker wire began in my college years. Funds for audio were short. That laid a foundation for my lifetime interest in high quality audio reproduction without investing vast .......
50: Hi-Rez Highway, RE: hi res streaming (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-06-29, 03:16:51 (68.34.97.50)
Using a 2012 Mac Mini with 16gb of memory with Audirvana to process music from Quboz. Wonderful sound quality! Likely something is amiss in your audio chain... .......
51: Cable Asylum, RE: Returned the Viborg Rhodium Plugs (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-06-13, 03:33:36 (174.84.189.79)
These are similar results to those that I posted in the thread below. Maybe it's the stress of being home bound, but responses to my message were a bit over the top. .......
52: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Cable elevators (lifters) (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-05-07, 11:50:25 (68.42.78.2)
For an idea here's a lifter I made from from some scrap cherry wood. To the side there are silicone glued porcelain insulators supporting ac lines. .......
53: Cable Asylum, RE: Viborg and Sonarquest (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-04-21, 17:28:51 (68.42.78.2)
The emphasis of this project was to raise the dynamic range of Gustard X22 output and the Viborg /Sonarquest plugs are a success. Most other power plugs in the audio chain are the nice sounding Sonar .......
54: Cable Asylum, Viborg and Sonarquest (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-04-21, 16:08:28 (68.42.78.2)
Recently, good fortune shined and my pandemic delayed Viborg 502 power plugs finally arrived in my mailbox. With joy that I opened the package and ran them into the freezer for two days of humble, hom .......
55: Digital Drive, RE: Best Sub $1000 DAC ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-04-20, 15:58:52 (68.42.78.2)
It's amazing what is possible in sound quality by moving beyond the power cord or cables supplied with new equipment. DIY is effective in saving $$$. The Cable Asylum provides an excellent resource. : .......
56: Digital Drive, RE: Best Sub $1000 DAC ? (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-04-20, 11:35:10 (68.42.78.2)
Been using a Gustard X22 for almost two years. It is an excellent sounding dac with a broad sound stage. To reach optimum performance high quality cables and power cord are important. .......
57: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Another silver solder tweak (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-04-01, 11:55:26 (68.42.78.2)
It has also been noted that deep cryo treatment of silver solder for 48 hours offers noticeably greater.... (fill in the blank) across the entire audio spectrum. .......
58: Inmate Central, RE: My Mac Mini had been running REALLY slow... so my Son-in-law... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-03-18, 12:01:14 (68.42.78.2)
Use two 2012 Mac Minis as Internet music servers (Qubuz). Great computer that functions best with 16gb of memory for streaming. For faster general operation replace the rotating hard drive with an S .......
59: Cable Asylum, RE: Sonarquest vs. Furutech IEC/Power Plugs (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2020-02-16, 15:23:42 (68.42.78.2)
Been using said Sonarquest aluminum clad plugs. Take a bit of time to break in, but produce a well balanced signal after at least 50 hours. .......
60: Inmate Central, RE: Caption time... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-10-16, 12:51:38 (68.43.176.122)
That last Zebra gave me indigestion... .......
61: Inmate Central, RE: Caption time... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-09-06, 05:36:43 (68.43.176.122)
A Howard Hughes viewing room... .......
62: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: current generation of Maggies - (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-09-01, 05:48:58 (68.43.176.122)
This reply may be a bit off the wall, but take a look at High Fidelity AC magnetic wall adapters and power cables. In the Tweaker's Asylum there is also information on DIY building. Removed a veil in .......
63: Classical Court, RE: Ivo... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-08-27, 03:25:05 (68.43.176.122)
Distinctive style, distinctive piano, distinctive recording... .......
64: Tweakers' Asylum, Testing (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-05-03, 16:32:06 (68.43.176.122)
The magnets arrived today. Having some time this week I predrilled two sets of dowels for ".05" units and cut drain pipe for installation. Be aware these are incredibly strong ceramic magnets! Just th .......
65: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Yes, the so called "experts" here have to carry on the (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-02-05, 10:11:40 (68.43.176.122)
The wife and I do a great deal of photography. All too often we are involved in a discussion whether we Photoshop our images. The explanation goes something like, "all of our photographs are built. Th .......
66: Computer Audio Asylum, Shenzhen Fly Dream Digital Technology Tube Buffer (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-02-03, 10:00:44 (68.43.176.122)
Say your audio system is quite refined, able to create detailed music to the point where it is almost edgy. There is the exciting audio experience, but a bit on the fatiguing side. A thought might .......
67: Cable Asylum, RE: That certainly might explain why there is NOTHING on the Furukawa site... (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-01-22, 07:27:15 (68.43.176.122)
It's quite difficult to be done with it. Cables mesh differently with each piece of audio gear. As a personal example, Black Mamba v2 is just outstanding with my DAC, but didn't show improvement on t .......
68: Cable Asylum, RE: Furukawa Power Cable (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-01-20, 12:34:15 (68.43.176.122)
I have purchased both a completed cable and loose cable from the supplier in Hong Kong listed below. I'll be interested if others find the similar value in this cable. .......
69: Cable Asylum, Furukawa Power Cable (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2019-01-20, 04:50:45 (68.43.176.122)
On the Cable Asylum there is skepticism on the quality of Chinese audio products available on EBay, Aliexpress and other websites. Nonetheless, I wanted to share that I have had success with Furukawa .......
70: Cable Asylum, A Seasonal Salute to Duster (0.00)
Posted by Aspheric on 2018-12-24, 03:59:31 (68.43.176.122)
The Holiday Season arrived early for my audio system. Two weeks ago a two meter Black Mamba V2 cable and MPS Hercules plugs were delivered. With a bit of work the new power cable quickly came together .......
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