The BEST cable manufacturer? (POLL)

Cables have to be the most subjective components we own.

There are so many variables. And as far as I'm concerned it all comes down to system synergy.

I really hate to say it but in the near future the best cable will be no cable.

This will mean active/powered speaker technology will become the dominant form factor overnight.

Steve said:

I really hate to say it but in the near future the best cable will be no cable.

This will mean active/powered speaker technology will become the dominant form factor overnight.

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I am sure cable manufacturers are losing a little sleep over technology trends. By using the Lumin I eliminated a DAC, power cord to the DAC, and an interconnect between the DAC and music server. I would love to find an integrated amp that equals my current pre/amp combo. That would eliminate two power cords, balanced ICs, and two power conditioners.

The Devialet does just that - except for power and speaker cables. And you know what? The wifi sounds the best. BUT!! It's still wonky. I know some have had great success, I still get the drop outs.

Another great one is the Avantgarde Zero's. Only thing you need is USB and power to the speakers. There also is a cable between the speakers, but all in all, much less than what we see in a traditional system.

Mike said:

Another great one is the Avantgarde Zero's. Only thing you need is USB and power to the speakers. There also is a cable between the speakers, but all in all, much less than what we see in a traditional system.

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You don't really need that cable between the speakers, as they talk to each other wirelessly (using its own frequency/protocol). But of course, the option for that cable is that. It's a regular Ethernet cable, BTW.


alexandre

Goldmund Prologos wireless Mk2, rock solid and apparently stunning. I need to get a demo, and demo alone it will be as they retail for $70K.

Think of them as having built in SAM and DRC (without microphones) - (ie, Proteus/Leonardo tech). I hear that they also sound best wireless.

The Silver Phantoms are the same but with a more "fun" home theater/techno music sound. I love how they talk to each other and configure automatically with artificial intelligence.

Finally Linn Xact…the Speaker IS the Source!

I'm not sure I have seen anything quite as legitimate as what Caelin Gabriel does at Shunyata.

Yash said:

I'm not sure I have seen anything quite as legitimate as what Caelin Gabriel does at Shunyata.

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Has Caelin gone wireless.....

bzr said:

Has Caelin gone wireless.....

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That would give his DTCD Acronym real meaning!

After owning, experiencing and distributing too many brands, my favourite cables are without hesitation Echole. They have 5 price/performance levels: Passion (affordable), Obsession (their first cable line), Signature (the cable they are most know for), Orius (2015 introduction) and the ultra reference Omnia. I have had the privilege to compare Echole during the last year at my own system or friends' vs similar priced (top of the line) cables from Nordost, Shunyata, Siltech, Stealth, MIT, Kimber, Wireworld, Kuala-Sosna and Crystal to name some and Echole has absolutely beaten them.

Echole are the most neutral, organic and true to life cables with incredible resolution and detail. Just by plugging in one Power Cord in your AC distribution device or in your preamp will give you a hint of what is Echole capable to do in your system.

I strongly advise you before investing in expensive cables to audition and if possible compare them vs Echole. Some skeptic friends have moved already to Echole after trial in their own systems. Don't take this as granted. Experience them yourself. visit www.echole.com