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Hi Caelin,
I'm currently using an Alpha NR between my 6000T & the wall. (As my dealer didn't inform me that the Alpha EF would be just as good...) How much of an improvement would a Sigma EF make? (I have my mono blocks plugged into the HC outlets, & my preamp, phono stage, SACD player, & active bass crossover plugged into the "source" outlets.) Thanks. Quote:
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I have a 6000S and have been using an Alpha NR. I received a Sigma NR on trial yesterday (didn't know about the Sigma EF). It's settling into the system and I will report back....
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Do you plan to connect the 6000S to your Dags? If so, how do you like it versus plugging the Dags directly to the wall outlet? Any loss in dynamics or change in SQ?
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Comparing the S250 direct vs. via the 6000s was very subtle. My son (8 yrs) picked the direct to the wall as slightly better. I struggled as with the Denali it sounded smoother
As for the power cord difference - the main difference seemed to be sound stage. The Sigma presenting a deeper bass background on some songs. On others the difference was hard to tell. This is just my initial impressions - will revisit when have more time. |
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Hi Caelin,
So in using with a streamer or DAC, my understanding is that the Alpha NR should do a better job than the Alpha HC as digital noises are greater in these components, correct? |
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Hi Caelin,
Can you please advise which powercord is a better option for AR Ref5SE: Alpha HC or Alpha NR? And why? Appreciate your insights. Thank you. |
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The differences between the old generation and the new: 1) NR series has a more advanced filter system. This has measurably better noise reduction. It also eliminated the need for 3 different cords built for different applications such as digital, analog and high current. 2) The new NR generation cables are all treated on our proprietary KPIP processor. (Kinetic Phase Inversion Process). This was not available in the prior generation.
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This is always a difficult question to answer because you are asking for a subjective and perceptual “opinion”. Not everyone’s perceptual equipment is the same and certainly nobody’s system and room acoustics are the same. All of these play a profound role in answering your question. If you are asking for MY opinion in MY custom built listening room - then I would say the difference is quite substantial. The Sigma will provide a better low frequency foundation for the music. It has a more expansive quality in soundscape along with a slightly less forward presentation. If a musician plucks a string on a guitar the decay of the note is longer with the Sigma - implying that low level resolution is superior. This gives a sense of being immersed in the music to a greater degree. The Alpha HC was and still is an exceptional cable, especially considering its price. But the Sigma is superior whether it is the EF or NR version.
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Caelin Gabriel President Shunyata Research Last edited by CGabriel; 12-07-2018 at 04:03 PM. |
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See other responses please.
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