Audience AR6-TSSOX Power Conditioner

[Alpinist]

My newly upgraded power conditioner is on its way back to me from the West Coast. I had my Audience AR6-TSS upgraded to an AR6-TSSOX.

The upgrade includes:
- Rhodium over copper duplexes - for increased conductivity improving every aspect of sound reproduction.
- OCC (oxygen free continuous cast) copper wiring throughout. This provides a big improvement in resolution, speed and soundstaging.
- Gold over copper forks replacing previous tin over copper forks connecting filter capacitors to the receptacles. This provides a noticeably more refined sound.
- A more robust copper buss bar.

I also picked up two Audience AU24SE MP power cords for my Esoteric K-01 and Soulution 520 preamp. I can't wait to hear how my system sounds with the changes.

Best,
Ken

 

[Alpinist]

They are using the new Cardas duplex outlets.

http://www.cardas.com/power_outlet.php

 

[La Dolce Vita]

Hi Ken. I'm considering the upgrade as well. Please let me know once you've spent some time with it just how noticeable the difference in sound quality is...thanks!

 

[Alpinist]

Hi Ken. I'm considering the upgrade as well. Please let me know once you've spent some time with it just how noticeable the difference in sound quality is...thanks!

Will do. I received it and hooked it up yesterday. As all the internal wiring is new, there will be a break-in period. I'll report back in a couple of weeks on how it's sounding.

Best,
Ken

 

[Odyssey]

Ken, congrats on the upgrade. Can't wait to hear how it's sounding.

 

[La Dolce Vita]

Great, thank you! I have 3 TSS. units and am curious to know if there is ultimately a significant improvement in performance.. Thanks again and enjoy the upgrade!


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[MDP]

Congrats Ken!

 

[La Dolce Vita]

Just a thought worth mentioning... Having 3 of these I always used the AU24 SE power cords. Then one day I bought an IEC to Neutrik adapter (vooDoo) $80. I the. Switched to the Ansuz power cords...first to a ceramic and then to a diamond. The improvement is nothing shy of astonishing!! Truly astonishing!


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[Alpinist]

Just a thought worth mentioning... Having 3 of these I always used the AU24 SE power cords. Then one day I bought an IEC to Neutrik adapter (vooDoo) $80. I the. Switched to the Ansuz power cords...first to a ceramic and then to a diamond. The improvement is nothing shy of astonishing!! Truly astonishing!

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Yes, the Ansuz Diamond Power Cord should sound significantly better than the Audience AU24SE at over five times the price.

Mainz POWER CABLES DIAMOND D 1.0 Meter $10,400
Audience AU24SE Power Chord 3 Feet $1,950

Ken

 

[La Dolce Vita]

No argument there! But... The Audience holds much of its value and the Ansuz's value isn't quite as strong on the secondary. So the gap is not that dramatic... You could try a Voo Doo Platinum Dragon and very likely get better results as well...


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[Alpinist]

No argument there! But... The Audience holds much of its value and the Ansuz's value isn't quite as strong on the secondary. So the gap is not that dramatic... You could try a Voo Doo Platinum Dragon and very likely get better results as well...


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I actually love the sound of my AU24SE power cords. I don't find them lacking in any area. They may not be as transparent as the Audience Diamond or the Wireworld Platinum Electra but I love their ease and musicality. It all depends on your preference.

Best,
Ken

 

[La Dolce Vita]

Amen to that Ken... I completely agree. The AU24 SE has been my reference cable for the longest time...it's only recently that I discovered a few others that really blow me away...I agree, perhaps they are a bit more transparent, and I enjoy that...not losing or giving up musicality... Nothing against AU24SE... I still use and enjoy it throughout my home...


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[Alpinist]

Amen to that Ken... I completely agree. The AU24 SE has been my reference cable for the longest time...it's only recently that I discovered a few others that really blow me away...I agree, perhaps they are a bit more transparent, and I enjoy that...not losing or giving up musicality... Nothing against AU24SE... I still use and enjoy it throughout my home...

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I've heard the Ansuz Diamond loom and it is definitely at the top of the mountain. Unfortunately way out of my price range. Welcome to Audio Shark, what's your first name?

Ken

 

[La Dolce Vita]

I absolutely love the Ansuz power cords! Luckily I was able to snag the diamond for a very good price. (I agree they are pricey as heck!) but... The heart wants what it wants...

Again, the AU24 SE as you well know is fabulous...I agree with your observations... Just pleased to share my experiences as finding the Ansuz was a surprise...

Your welcome is so very appreciated! Thank you! My name is Andy Miles. Enjoy your Sunday...


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[madfloyd]

How does the Audience compare to Shunyata?

 

[Alpinist]

How does the Audience compare to Shunyata?

Hi Ian,

I've never had the opportunity to compare Audience to Shunyata in my current system. How are things going over there in the audio promise land?

Best,
Ken

 

[La Dolce Vita]

Hi Ian... I'm not sure either... Haven't tried Shunyata there. I do use the Alpha Digital cables and love them. Very quiet


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[Alpinist]

I absolutely love the Ansuz power cords! Luckily I was able to snag the diamond for a very good price. (I agree they are pricey as heck!) but... The heart wants what it wants...

Again, the AU24 SE as you well know is fabulous...I agree with your observations... Just pleased to share my experiences as finding the Ansuz was a surprise...

Your welcome is so very appreciated! Thank you! My name is Andy Miles. Enjoy your Sunday...


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Andy,

Nice to meet you! Ansuz's power products are their best in my opinion. David Baskin of Design Audio always told me their Mainz D8 produced the lowest noise of any power conditioner he tested. He had some device that he measured them with.

Ken

 

[bonzo]

So how do Audience 24SE power cords compare to Tara Cobalt for power, and Shunyata Alpha digital power cord?

I like 24SE signal cables and no plans to upgrade from that money

 

[La Dolce Vita]

Audience AU24 SE is a solid performer. It's a great cable. I'm not into Tara Labs. Some really like them but I'm not really in a position to comment. I prefer the Shunyata Alpha Digital cables to Audience AU24 SE considerably when it comes to powering my digital sources (K-01X, Aurender, etc)

Regarding price and cost...keep in mind the 12 outlet top of the line power conditioner lists for around $13K... The Mainz 8 I think is around $4K... So for those who are budget conscious why not pair an AU24SE power cord with a Mainz 8?

I have not tried it myself...could be an interesting discovery... Just a thought.


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