I've often heard that contact formulas such as the 1 Audience supplies with its interconnects improve on the signal being passed as well as protecting against oxidation etc. Any suggestions or observations on this subject are welcome. If using one, what is recommended? I've tried Pro Gold. Can't hear any sonic improvement.
I would agree with Larry. The purpose is to remove and/or prevent oxidation. If the contact is already clean, it doesn't "improve" sound; rather it prevents it from deteriorating. If the contact is dirty, it "improves" the contact in the sense that it restores it to a clean state.
The BIG THING is to not use too much! Whatever kind is used apply only enough to coat the surfaces. Usually wipe off any that will come off with a dry paper towel (Viva towels do not scratch) The coating only needs (and should be) a few microns thick! Too much is what degrades the sound after awhile. (a really big problem with too much Tweek)
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