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Looking for more transparency.

I’d like to achieve more transparency in my set.  I’m thinking a change of cable(s) might help.
Right now I have Morrow MA 4 Interconnects between components, and Morrow MAP 2 power cords from my monoblock amps.
My set consists of a newly Teflon capped Conrad-Johnson PV 11 preamp, Nuforce 9v3 class D monoblocks, Gumby Multibit DAC, Arcam streamer, Oppo 105 for SACDs, Cyrus transport and GoldenEar Triton I speakers with Cardus speaker cables.
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ron17
178 posts
 
I've used Nordost cables for years and really love them. The original (version 1) cables are very detailed, transparent and a little lean. If your system is on the warm or dark side they will be a good fit. I would look for Frey or Tyr and again make sure they are not the version 2 which have a much warmer tone. Good deals on the used market right now.....Good luck
mrdecibel
1,244 posts
 
A year ago, to achieve greater transparency in my main system, I rid myself of two top preamps ( both imo, superior to your PV11 in transparency ) and went passive. I am only saying this because it has worked for me. There are debates, considerations and concerns  about going passive, but I will no longer use a preamp ( in my main system ). Enjoy ! MrD.
elizabeth
6,726 posts
 
I would look at upgrading the AC. Duplex outlets, power cords. All can increase transparancy, clarity
benjie
206 posts
 
To pickup from what Elizabeth advised, you should add a High Fidelity Cables MC-1 Pro power conditioner to your system. Your whole system will benefit from the clean power it provides. These things are a game changer. You want transparency, these will provide it in spades.
elizabeth
6,726 posts
 
I would agree about a power conditioner, though not as insistent on the brand and model.
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