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Shunyata Research
Most recently, this brand of Interconnects & Cables had captured my attention. Not because of the price it commands but more so for its affordability on their "entry level" stuff, especially their "molded" cables.
Well, the model that captured my attention was the VENOM 3 power cables ..... and you can all read and see the specs in their website. BUT for sure, the pictures dont do justice to real thing which is really, really exceptional. As I want some custom build lengths, I have to wait for one month before they are delivered. As to Interconnects, the Aeros entry level model - Cirrus is another great example. I am going to ask for a home trial vs the Cardas Golden Reference which costs way more and compare the differences ... I would not be able to "quantify" the difference but surely, I should be able to share my experience with them and if they could tempt me to make the switch. Sometimes, costs does not mean a direct measure against the cables' performance worthiness. Anyone with experience to share on Shunyata cables and interconnects? Cheers!
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Turntable: SME Synergy All-In-One Thorens TD147 Jubilee + Plixir LPS + Ortofon A-Mono DS Audio ION 1 SACD/DAC: Luxman D-10x Server: Roon Nucleus+ 8TB SSD + Plixir Elite LPS Bluray: ModWright Oppo UDP205 Amps: Air Tight ATC-5/ATM300R/ATH-3 Speakers: Avantgarde Uno XD Piano Black/Stealth Grey Cables & Interconnects: Audience Au24 SX Series Power Conditioner: Audience aR6 OX Rack & Amp Stands: Audio-Philar Last edited by JSCC; 07-06-2010 at 10:11 PM. |
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All internal wiring, connectors and conductive elements are treated with Shunyata Research's exclusive performance enhancing Alpha Cryogenic process.
Shunyata Venom 3
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Dan STUDIO - McIntosh C1000C/P, MC2301 (2), MR88, Aurender N10, Esoteric K-01X, Shunyata Sigma spdif digital cable, Sonos Connect, PurePower 2000, Stillpoints, Furutech Flux 50, Michell Gyro SE, Michell HR Power Supply, SME 309, Ortofon Cadenza Black, Wireworld, Sonus faber Amati Anniversario LIVING ROOM - McIntosh C2300, MC75 (2), MR85, Magnum Dynalab 205, Simaudio MOON Neo 260D-T, Schiit Audio Yggdrasil, Aurender N100H, Shunyata Sigma USB cable, Micro Seiki DD40, Ortofon Cadenza Blue, Nakamichi BX-300, Sony 60ES DAT, PS Audio P10, Furutech Flux 50, Sonos Connect, Stillpoints, Wireworld, Kimber, PMC EB1i, JL Audio f113 VINTAGE - McIntosh MA230, Tandberg 3011A tuner, Olive 04HD, Sony DTC-59ES DAT, McIntosh 4300V, JBL 4312A Last edited by jdandy; 07-06-2010 at 09:21 PM. |
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For special length, like 3m ... S$350 or US$250 a piece. I have seen it, touch it and even bend it. Looks - very well made and one can even see how the soldering works done. Simply first class workmanship. Normal thick in size and pretty flexible, unlike the Cardas which tends to be rather STIFF (more so for its diameter size). Will update in a month's time. Cheers!
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Turntable: SME Synergy All-In-One Thorens TD147 Jubilee + Plixir LPS + Ortofon A-Mono DS Audio ION 1 SACD/DAC: Luxman D-10x Server: Roon Nucleus+ 8TB SSD + Plixir Elite LPS Bluray: ModWright Oppo UDP205 Amps: Air Tight ATC-5/ATM300R/ATH-3 Speakers: Avantgarde Uno XD Piano Black/Stealth Grey Cables & Interconnects: Audience Au24 SX Series Power Conditioner: Audience aR6 OX Rack & Amp Stands: Audio-Philar |
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Jerry, you love the cable jewelry don't you???
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Jerry...I have a Shunyata Hydra 8 passive power conditioner that I connect all my components to except for my power amp which is plugged directly into the wall. I have a Python Helix Alpha power chord that connects the Hydra to the wall outlet and a bunch of Diamondback Platinum power chords for my ARC CD and pre-amp as well as my Oppo player.
Hydra 8: Python Helix Alpha: Diamondback Platinum: I can tell you that the product quality is first rate. The difference in sonics with the Shunyata power conditioner and chords was material - noise floor dropped significantly with blacker backgrounds, allowing me to hear into the music a lot more. Micro details were enhanced allowing me to hear more of the spatial cues in the recording. I think bass tightened up a bit as well but this was not as noticeable as the above points. I highly recommend the company. I believe Aerosmith also has their power chords in his system. I remember seeing them in his system pics so I am sure he can give you his thoughts on them as well. Good luck and enjoy them when they arrive. |
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Huh? If you mean I like the way these are made ... yes!
But its just that I wanted the change and also have some fun, thats why I go for this small change. A couple of hundred wont hurt my integrity with my wife. Discovered the local dealer was selling the Diamondback Platinum the same as the Venom 3. BUT more Diamondback as they were all sold out. Venom 3 has the SAME specs .......... I am NOT going to do the "entry level" interconnect - Aeros Cirrus cause entry level is like S$2.5k per set. That would mean I have to part with at least S$5k for 2 sets if they do make an impression on me. No siree! No more spending this kind of money anymore! Local dealer told me Shunyata does not make "entry level" products ... and for speaker cables, they start at US$5k per pair. Days like these are over for me! So, just be happy and wait for the Venom 3 to come! Cheers!
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Turntable: SME Synergy All-In-One Thorens TD147 Jubilee + Plixir LPS + Ortofon A-Mono DS Audio ION 1 SACD/DAC: Luxman D-10x Server: Roon Nucleus+ 8TB SSD + Plixir Elite LPS Bluray: ModWright Oppo UDP205 Amps: Air Tight ATC-5/ATM300R/ATH-3 Speakers: Avantgarde Uno XD Piano Black/Stealth Grey Cables & Interconnects: Audience Au24 SX Series Power Conditioner: Audience aR6 OX Rack & Amp Stands: Audio-Philar |
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I've been using the Hydra 8 Version 1 for about two years along with the Python 20amp cables. I really like what it does in my system.
The blacker backgrounds, the extra details & immense see through soundstage is a big bonus! highly recommended. |
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I had pretty much all of teh snakes form Shunyata in my system and they sounded dull and lifeless the less expensive ones (keep a couple of them for Subwoofers.
The most expensive ones (the fatter snakes) sound very equalized and they spor treat teh music not really neutral in my opinion. Kimber PK-10 gold and silver will enhance your components attributes depends if you want to tame (use gold Wattgate) or make more transparent use silver wattgate connectors. Also acrolink with Oyaide plugs (Rhodium or gold) is way better than any of teh Shunyatas I had as well. very good indeed good value excellent cables. Gonzalo |
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JSCC,
I have to disagree with Gonzalo...i bought two of the Diamondback Platinum power cords when they were half off at $125 each. One of the best improvements I've done to my system. My results are consistent with Cyril heard, and I definitely heard an improvement in the bass. And I was one of those that was really, really skeptical about power cords, but man, was I impressed with the improvements they made! I am also impressed with the build quality of their products. I also just saw that the Shunyata Venom3 was released, and my guess is that it performs as well as the Diamondback Platinum, which now looks to be discontinued from their lineup. My guess is the half-off sale was to move existing DB inventory before the new Venom was released. Overall, I am quite impressed with Shunyata's products and will likely be buying a Black Mamba HC for my power amp at some point.
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Lumin P1 streamer/DAC/preamp, Constellation Inspiration integrated TT: Michell Gyro SE MkII, SME V, Koetsu Urushi Vermilion, EAR324. Harbeth 30.2s, REL R-305, Shunyata Alpha V2 ICs, Alpha V2 SPs, Sigma XC, Sigma NRv2, Omega QR-s & Alpha NRv2 PCs, segmented Altaira SG stack w/ Alpha & Omega CGCs, Everest 8000 PD. Remote Server Room: Uptone EtherREGEN, AfterDark Master Clock & LPS, Alita, Battle Angel, (Akasa NUC Roon Core), iFi DC Purifiers (for SMPS used for Alita & router), Shunyata Gemini combo power distributor & Altaira-type CG GP-NR hub, Venom & Alpha CGCs, Shunyata NRv14 power cords for digital components. Last edited by Puma Cat; 08-29-2010 at 11:18 AM. |
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Ivan FLORIDA MX136, MC1.2KW(10) MC2KW(2), MCD1100, MS750(2) MVP881, C1000C/P/T, MPC1500, HT-2 SUBS(2) HT3F(2) WS350(2) XRT2K, XCS2K, XR27(2) XCS350(2) JL GOTHAM v2 SUBS(2) SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, LUMAGEN RADIANCE SCALER, SONY VPH-G90U 4K PROJECTOR, STEWART 120" MOTORIZED SCREEN, CINEMA-TECH SEATING, WW PLATINUM CABLES Reference System: ACCUPHASE A300 AMPS, C3900 PRE-AMP, DP1000 CD/SACD TRANSPORT, DC1000 DIGITAL PROCESSOR, DG-68 DIGITAL EQUALIZER, T1200 FM STEREO TUNER, PS1230 POWER SUPPLY, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, TAD REFERENCE ONE MK2 LOUDSPEAKERS, WW PLATINUM CABLES CAPE COD MX150, MC501(2) MC1.2KW(10) MC2301(2) MR88, MVP881, MCD1100, MDA1000, C1000C/P/T, MPC1500, ESOTERIC K-01X 30th ANNIVERSARY (BLACK) SACD/CD PLAYER, G02-X CLOCK, HT3F(2) XRT2K, XCS2K, XR27(2) JL GOTHAM v2 SUBS(2) JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(4) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) KALEIDESCAPE STRATO & TERRA SERVERS 80-TB, LUMAGEN RADIANCE SCALER, SONY VPH-G90U 4K PROJECTOR, STEWART 120" SCREEN, SONUS FABER STRADIVARI, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, FORTRESS SEATING, WW PLATINUM CABLES Analog Rig: CLEARAUDIO INNOVATION WOOD, UNIVERSAL ARM w/ Da VINCI' CART, 2nd UNIVERSAL ARM w/ GOLDFINGER STATEMENT CART, HRS-MXR REFERENCE RACK-GLOSS BLACK w/ M3X SHELVES, AESTHETIX RHEA SIG PHONO-PRE, BRYSTON BHA-1 HEADPHONE AMP, WW PLATINUM CABLES Reference System: BURMESTER 911MK3 AMP(3), 088 PRE-AMP, 089 CD PLAYER, 100 PHONO PRE-AMP, 948 POWER CONDITIONER, ACCUPHASE DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, AVID ACUTUS REFERENCE SP TT, GRAHAM PHANTOM II SUPREME ARM, BENZ MICRO LP-S CART, GRANDIOSO P1X/D1X STACK, G1X RUBIDIUM MASTER CLOCK, N05 NETWORK PLAYER, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS-SXR CUSTOM RACK w/ M3X SHELVES, SONUS FABER AIDA SPEAKERS, JL FATHOM F113v2 SUBS(2) SOUND ANCHOR STANDS(2) WW PLATINUM CABLES Library System: GRANDIOSO M1 MONOBLOCK AMPS, C1 LINESTAGE PRE-AMP, K1X CD/SACD PLAYER, G1 MASTER RUBIDIUM CLOCK, E02 PHONO-PRE, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, AERIAL ACOUSTICS 20T V2, AERIAL SW12 SUBS(2), CANTON REF K1’s, VPI HRX TT w/ SDS POWER SUPPLY, ORTOFON CADENZA BLACK CART, KLAUDIO RCM, SHUNYATA DENALI 6000/S v2, SHUNYATA OMEGA QR’s, WW PLATINUM CABLES Esoteric/Bryston System: ESOTERIC C02-X PRE-AMP, P-02X TRANSPORT, D02-X DAC, G02-X CLOCK, BRYSTON 28B3 CUBED MONOBLOCK AMPS(4), BRYSTON BHA-1 HEADPHONE AMP, SHUNYATA DENALI 6000/S v2(2) EVEREST 8000 POWER CONDITIONER(2) ALTAIRA CG & SG HUBS, AMR-DP777-SE DAC, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, TAD REFERENCE ONE MK2 LOUDSPEAKERS, QUADRASPIRE RACK, WW PLATINUM CABLES Accuphase/Canton System: ACCUPHASE E800 INTEGRATED, DP570 CD/SACD PLAYER, T1200 FM STEREO TUNER, DG-68 VOICING EQUALIZER, PS530 POWER SUPPLY, CANTON REF K3’s, CANTON REF K5’s, SILENZIO MUSIC SERVER, HRS MXR REFERENCE MAHOGHANY RACK w/ M3X2 SHELVES, WW GOLD CABLES |
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