What's wrong with my Cal Delta/Sigma?

Viggen, if you're enjoying the cable that much, you're probably playing your system louder than usual. And I'm sure the neighbors appreciate that too. :•) Have fun and I'm glad everything is working out.

Oh, I don't know Gunbei, I guess I had the attenuator a few notches clockwise more than I usually have it = )

The cable isn't burned in yet, so there is still traces of grain in the highs and the lows can be more liquid.

I, also, just ordered a Mapleshade powercord, a LAT powercord, and two pairs of Mapleshade clearview ultrathin interconnects. I am not sure what components I will be using the powercords on, but I will play around, and purchase more if I like them. And the ultrathin will compete with my Emeralds for playing time.

Eversince I stumbled onto this Audiogon, my bank account has been suffering, and I've been devoting more time websurfing to research on product I never heard of. I used to think I knew it all, but this past week has been an experience, I've learned a lot, sorta like summer school.

One more question, I opened up my Sigma today, and I found the tube to be a Tesla ecc83 12ax7. Is that like a "good" tube? Thanks Audiogon members!

I know what you mean Viggen. Since finding this Audiogon, I've spent more money on this hobby than I ever thought possible. And that's not only on components, but all the associated tweaks too. Luckily, I've also been able to buy some great used stuff at bargain prices. Let us know how the different interconnects and power cords work out for you.

>>""I opened up my Sigma today, and I found the tube to be a Tesla ecc83 12ax7. Is that like a "good" tube?""<<

Oh oh. Now all the tuberollers will come crawling out of the woodwork! :•) Now, they're a dedicated bunch.

Tesla is a 'good' tube.... There may better IMHO... It all depends on your system, ears, wallet and the desire to tweek. I liked the stock LN tube from CAL $40 (per my other post), and Kevin Deal has a tube suggestion (which I can't recall) that was also nice for ~$30. I had a NOS Telefunken that was also beautiful, but costly ($125).

Good luck with the tweeks -- I am glad you got your original problem(s) solved. I guess I qualify as a "tuberoller" (my current system is all tubes with the exception of the transport, cables and speakers).

HI AGAIN,

Just want to update on my system. I have received 2 LAT power cables, 2 mapleshade clearview ultrathins and 1 doublehelix powercord.

First, I installed the 2 LAT pc on my delta/sigma. The difference is subtle where the sound is slightly more detailed, slightly quieter, soundstage is less in your face, and slighly better imaging. I installed only to the dac first, and the image was sort of out of wack, and it only snapped back into focus after I installed the transport with a LAT pc as well.

Second, I installed the ultrathin, replacing audiotruth emeralds, from the dac to pre and pre to amp. This installation is dramatically changed the sound of my system. The highs and lows found a home that were once lost. The soundstage is now prominent without being able to say "oh its more forward or less forward", its just everywhere.

Third, I installed the doublehelix pc to my preamp, and this is where all the magic started to shine through. I read somewhere in audiogon that my pre, nakamichi ca-7a, needs a good powercord. But, using the LAT with the NAk, I only noticed subtle improvements. But after installing the doublehelix, my whole system breathed new life. The highs are sheer and smooth, the lows are strong and controlled, and the mids are absolutely not there (in a good way).

Maybe I should return the LAT cables and get all Mapleshade powercords? I read somewhere that they suck with digital...

Anyways, sorry to bore all you good folks! But, Mapleshade ROCKS!