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REL Subwoofer Cable Upgrade?

I've read in various forums that upgrading the cable that runs from amp to REL subwoofer can make a substantial sonic difference. These discussion all reference cables in the $700 to $800 range.

I have to believe that one can achieve a substantial portion of this improvement for $100 or $200? Do any of you have experience with this and some recommendations?

Thank you.
Art
artmaltman
cathode
72 posts
 
Personally, I'd forget the cable. An audiophile friend of mine that replaced the rectifiers in the amp of his REL sub reaped better sonic benefits than any cable could ever hope to.
mlg
47 posts
 
I switched from the standard REL cable on my Strata III to a Synergistic Research Alpha II and found the bass to be tighter, a little deeper, and with a little more punch. Additional, similiar improvements were realized by upgrading the power cable to Audience, and by replacing the Strata's fuse with a HiFi Tuning fuse with ESST contact enhancer. I felt they each made very worthwhile improvements.
chickenism
1 posts
 
Hi Artmaltman,

First post from a new member in Australia.

I've recently purchased a Storm 5, and am using it for music only duties with a pair of Epos M22 speakers.

Currenty using the stock cable but have on order a Cardas Quadlink cable from Dedicated Audio. US$290 or thereabouts delivered.

Should arrive over the next few days so if you like I'll post some impressions in due course.

Regards, Dave
artmaltman OP
769 posts
 
Dave, I'm sure very curious.
Thanks
Art
psacanli
535 posts
 
What 'output' connectors are available from your 'amp'?
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