Preamp PC - Elrod Sig II or SR Tesla T2 or ??

Thanks Folks. Very much.

One thing I am trying to accomplish with this addition is to gain a bit of depth in the sound stage... rear of stage info, etc.

Not a mid hall seated position or the like... just some greater realization of the distance behind the speakers.... if It is possible.

If not, then certainly as natural a sound (organic) as is possible with as good imaging and extension. Full bodied mid range would also be welcomed.

I'm looking to spend around or under, $500 for a new or preowned 15A cord 5-6 ft long.

Jim,

With all due respect to Chuck (Krell-man), knowing you as I do, I do not think the Silent Source Signature (SSS) cords are what you are looking for. Yes, they are very neutral, and work well in some systems, in others they can sound lean or thin. I also think the SR T2, though more full bodied than the SSS, will not present the air and resolution of the Elrod.

Bottom Line, I also have a RSA PLC (Danielle) and have found the Elrod EPS-3 Signature to surpass the likes of Shunyata Anaconda Matrix Alpha, Stealth Dream, amongst many others in performance here. If you enjoy what you are hearing, I would recommend trying a Elrod EPS-2 Signature, or some other similar ribbon technology cord...perhaps a Verastarr Grand Illusion, Electraglide S.O.T.U., Fusion Audio Enchanter....etc on your preamp.

Cheers,
John

Thanks John

You and a couple others here are usually possessive of my ear... I mentioned the SR as it's simply getting so much attention recently. however only the Acoustic Ref were even close to my tastes and were found just missing the mark of where I wanted to be with ICs, THEN.

I ordered a Tesla T2 today from the Cable Co. just to see. The input I got there on the Elrod also correlates with my suspiscions as to the results of having a Sig II on the Thor.

Consequently, I'll give the T2 a go and make a decision thereafter.

My reticence there with the Elrod Sig II was to it's bigger bro's expansive sound stage depiction... or that of the present state of affairs with my rig.

I mostly just lack depth. I've sure plenty of res & details having added another Taipan helix so both monos use them. The bandwidth itself seems very close to neutral while displaying some very good timberal colors within the notes. instruments are pretty easy to pick out to as to their origins... and definitely their placements.

in all things are just about right where I want them without making or undergoing wholesale electronic changes.

... and I beleieve I'll be migrating the power train into the closer proximity to the speakers and make a change in speaker wires thereafter. hopefully improving upon the neutrality of the sR sig 10 x2's now there.

I'll bare those other ones in mind too... especially the Enchanter... I've spoken with them before, just not gotten around to trying it yet.

many thanks.. as always.

Blindjim, I hate to say this but...,
The SR cables are great, but they should be used as a cable system.
Each cable complements the other cables for a balanced sound.
Just using one T2 with a Preamp may not be that impressive.

You then really need a SR power cable for your Amp and Source.
After that, interconnects and speaker cables Powercell.

I've had both these cords. I agree w/Ozzy on the SRs - instead I would try to find a used Elrod Statement for your system. You will be amazed at how much it will elevate your sonics. I haven't heard David E's new cords, but from looking at his website they appear a lot more pricey than his previous line.