Arctic Cables Discussion Thread

[noplsestar]

Considering getting a Signum+ to go with my Focal Utopia. Also considering the Danacable Lazuli Reference.

Any observations re synergy?

EDIT: I should add that I am only a recent convert with regards to the difference a cable can make to the sound signature.

Having been part of Eletech's EU tour, I got the chachance to compare the ET Plato that came with my MMR Thummim to the top of the range Illiad.
It made quite the massive difference out of the box!

Hopefully headphone cables can make as much of a difference too.

Isn’t the Danacable in another price league?
I would suggest starting with the Signum+ and then weit until Eletech‘s headphone flagship cable is ready

 

[NYanakiev]

Isn’t the Danacable in another price league?
I would suggest starting with the Signum+ and then weit until Eletech‘s headphone flagship cable is ready

Yup, that it is. It is not a big enough difference to deter a purchase, however.

 

[noplsestar]

Yup, that it is. It is not a big enough difference to deter a purchase, however.

OR (if you have enough money) you get yourself the Palladium and don’t have to think again about upgrading

 

[NYanakiev]

OR (if you have enough money) you get yourself the Palladium and don’t have to think again about upgrading

I did pay $1500 for an IEM cable but it was more of an exception, than a rule.
No idea what it would sound like with the Utopia either..

 

[noplsestar]

I did pay $1500 for an IEM cable but it was more of an exception, than a rule.
No idea what it would sound like with the Utopia either..

Yeah, the prices are insane. If thought through thoroughly the Signum+ (or for that matter nearly every upgrade cable) costs so much money. But then on the other hand: it just sounds so good. A dilemma

 

[NYanakiev]

Yeah, the prices are insane. If thought through thoroughly the Signum+ (or for that matter nearly every upgrade cable) costs so much money. But then on the other hand: it just sounds so good. A dilemma

Being based out of London, I sadly don't get anywhere close to the chance to try stuff as the yanks on here.

It makes buying anything of this nature a big leap of faith..

 

[noplsestar]

Being based out of London, I sadly don't get anywhere close to the chance to try stuff as the yanks on here.

It makes buying anything of this nature a big leap of faith..

Yes, it´s a bummer. BUT there is an exception: If you choose to take a closer look to the Palladium cable, there it says:
"If you're unhappy with your purchase for any reason, you can send the cable back and receive a full refund* without any restocking fee.
*Shipping costs are not refundable."

 

[NYanakiev]

Yes, it´s a bummer. BUT there is an exception: If you choose to take a closer look to the Palladium cable, there it says:
"If you're unhappy with your purchase for any reason, you can send the cable back and receive a full refund* without any restocking fee.
*Shipping costs are not refundable."

Only issue is that would be more expensive than the Lazuli Reference I have been considering.

I have seen zero feedback on the synergy of the palladium cable with the Utopias, while there is a lot of coverage of the LR with those headphones

 

[noplsestar]

Only issue is that would be more expensive than the Lazuli Reference I have been considering.

I have seen zero feedback on the synergy of the palladium cable with the Utopias, while there is a lot of coverage of the LR with those headphones

I see. But on the other hand, there have to be those who climb the mountain and be the first one to do that
Of course I don’t want to push you. I just wanted to tell you that, if you don’t find the synergy to be exceptional, you could always send it back and just pay for shipping!

 

[subguy812]

My Fusion Series Cable arrived finally!! USPS had a horrible holiday season, but the Fusion is here. Here is the first photo I took, and it doesn't do this cable justice, super beautiful, and wonderful ergonomics. Also asked for an interconnect for the Romi Audio BX2 +.

 

[Roasty]

@subguy812

That is a really nice looking cable. Actually it looks a lot like the Norne Vykari! Lol

 

[ThanatosVI]

Isn’t the Danacable in another price league?
I would suggest starting with the Signum+ and then weit until Eletech‘s headphone flagship cable is ready

Can you tell me more about that Eletech flagship cable?

 

[NYanakiev]

Can you tell me more about that Eletech flagship cable?

Not out yet. Should be on the market in June/July.

 

[noplsestar]

Can you tell me more about that Eletech flagship cable?

I guess here it’s the wrong thread for that. But anyways, I don’t know much. As has been said already, I heard that they will launch one in a few months. But I have never listenend to cable by them, so can’t comment on sound. It most definitely will not be a pure palladium/silver cable like the one from Arctic but rather a mixture like their Iliad IEM cable. But that’s just a guess. It’s probably best to watch the Eletech thread for further news.

Ps.: There is also a new flagship cable in the making by Arctic Cables, too, so you should stay tuned here, too

 

[OM hawk]

Just got my Signum+ in the mail today! It took about a week and a half for them to make it, then it was delayed for three days past when the tracking said it would get here and... now I have to burn it in for 150 hours lol. The suspense and hype have really been building, especially since I got several new bluray movies for Christmas which I consciously chose to save for after I got my new headphone cable! I'm pleased to say I can already tell pre burn in that it's better than my Dan Clark Audio Vivo cable, seems to make my Aeon 2 Closed sound more effortless (or de-stressed) and gives better soundstaging. The cable looks good. They did put a different Furutech connector on the end from what I ordered (and what is pictured on the website), but it is technically what I wanted, a Furutech 1/4 inch rhodium plated plug, just not the carbon fiber version. I'm fine with it, it has a cool look.