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Post by Deleted on Sept 19, 2014 16:28:01 GMT
The Belden RG-8U has arrived, and has been fitted.
I like it so far. Much cheaper than the chord, and probably the same base cable.
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Post by tony on Sept 19, 2014 17:06:01 GMT
Yes. I have just tried some on the 2 week trial system. It didn't work well in my system, but Graham has mentioned pion his Forum that he is thinking of doing a larger cross sectional area version for system that require higher power. mmm......what did do wrong/right. I know its system/ears/room/music dependent but just out of interest your experience would be valuable. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 19, 2014 17:31:27 GMT
The only thing they did wrong in my system etc. was that the bass was a bit lean.
Detail, drive, tonal balance and sound stage were superb. If you join the GSP forum, you can borrow some for two weeks (for the cost of the postage both ways) from the loan scheme.
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Post by tony on Sept 19, 2014 18:16:34 GMT
thanks...fine analysis
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Post by Deleted on Sept 19, 2014 21:12:50 GMT
Having spoken to Graham, he thinks that it may be an impedance mis-match with my speakers.
Most other people I have seen on the forums using these cables, have nothing but praise for them.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 20, 2014 11:28:29 GMT
Ok, so the Belden RG-8U is doing the business.
If you look closely, you can see several similarities.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 22, 2014 19:35:30 GMT
My cable is almost finished, but I have a couple off questions.
Is there a big difference in quality of Z plugs? If so, can anybody recommend a good quality version that won't break the bank.
I also need some spade connectors for the jumpers. Again, a recommendation for good quality ones please?
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Post by MartinT on Sept 22, 2014 20:26:26 GMT
I don't know which version of Z-Plug TQ uses, but they're very good.
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Post by julesd68 on Sept 22, 2014 21:33:32 GMT
My cable is almost finished, but I have a couple off questions. Is there a big difference in quality of Z plugs? If so, can anybody recommend a good quality version that won't break the bank. I like the Talk z plugs - they feel solid and provide a secure connection... £6.95 a pair here - pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=151111805241&alt=web |
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Post by brian2957 on Sept 22, 2014 21:40:15 GMT
I was just about to link to those . The only priblem is that the inner core on the Belden cable is so thick that the securing screws don't go in very far and so the outer metal casing can't be fitted . Excellent plugs thogh .
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Post by Deleted on Sept 23, 2014 11:20:48 GMT
So, if I soldered them in place, there would be no issue
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Post by MikeMusic on Sept 23, 2014 11:42:27 GMT
Should be fine, as long as your soldering is better than mine !
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Post by MartinT on Sept 23, 2014 12:11:35 GMT
I would solder them. Too much cable weight pulling on them.
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Post by brian2957 on Sept 23, 2014 12:18:09 GMT
Just be careful what you buy as lesser banana plugs have been known to snap in the middle on the non- soldered part. I have just plugged this cable into my system and initial impressions are excellent . Bigger soundstage , better bass and more detail. I'll post my findings in a few days when they've settled in .
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Post by gazjam on Sept 23, 2014 17:29:26 GMT
Nice one Brian, good to hear.
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Post by MartinT on Sept 23, 2014 20:53:44 GMT
Mike, didn't Steve get hold of some Z-Plugs for your Exposure cables? Do you know where he sourced them from?
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Post by speedysteve on Sept 23, 2014 23:57:47 GMT
I used the triple braided cat5 DIY cable with my trusty project/diy built kt88 push pull amp. That had a beast of a power transformer and very nice Lundahl output transformers. Driving 15" Tannoys.
Never had any problems.
The U-byte 2 recipe dual coax satellite cable concoction sounded better on the same kit. But yes only use on suitable amps.
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Post by speedysteve on Sept 23, 2014 23:58:42 GMT
Mike, didn't Steve get hold of some Z-Plugs for your Exposure cables? Do you know where he sourced them from? I did indeed. Can look it up for you. |
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Post by gazjam on Sept 24, 2014 7:08:23 GMT
I used the triple braided cat5 DIY cable with my trusty project/diy built kt88 push pull amp. That had a beast of a power transformer and very nice Lundahl output transformers. Driving 15" Tannoys. Never had any problems. The U-byte 2 recipe dual coax satellite cable concoction sounded better on the same kit. But yes only use on suitable amps. Same here, work a treat with my valve amp and Edingdales. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2014 7:15:02 GMT
Mike, didn't Steve get hold of some Z-Plugs for your Exposure cables? Do you know where he sourced them from? I did indeed. Can look it up for you. That would be great if you could. I'd also appreciate some recommendations for some quality spade connectors for the jumpers please. |
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