So would you say that this may turn out to be the ultimate cable for the Phantom or is the Ares II still the better combo?So I had my Horus reterminated to 4.4, and I actually like it a lot with the Phantom from the balanced output now. The balanced output of the my (modded) Sony is a bit warmer than the single end, so the combination works wonderfully by adding a bit of clarity without becoming bright. I think I will leave the pairing for a while. It was the same on the RW AK380cu, where I preferred it from the balanced output, which is a bit warmer than the single end. So if you are using the WM1Z as main source, I can understand why you liked Horus, as it brings a touch of clarity to the Sony's warmer tone.
As for some brief impressions of the new cable, the thing that striked me most is that this is a new type of sound altogether. Coppers, SPCs, and silvers generally have their own type of signature (although there are of course many variations in their actual sig), and the palladium-plating adds something new. It had a sort of hi-fi sound, but in a cool way. For instance, even though its midrange was slightly warm and bodied, it added a clear and fast sounding treble on top. So not as warm as a regular copper, but also not as clarity-focused as SPC's can be, although the treble itself was detailed. There was a sense of authority in its sound, resulting from it midrange transparency, along with its body. By comparison, Horus sounds a bit leaner and brighter. In addition, its bass offered greater extension, resulting in a powerful sense of impact. I didn't compare or listen enough to get a sense of the quantity of its bass, but it didn't seem lacking or overbearing. There was also another prototype, where the treble was a bit more prominent, resulting in wider but flatter stage. However, I think the majority there preferred the aforementioned one.
Finally, the cable isn't 'just' palladium-plated; they actually played around with some extra materials to refine the sound. It is also a hybrid configuration, but I will leave it to EA to reveal the final details. I also just kinda forgot tbh since it was pretty complicated hehe.
Here are some crappy smartphone pics that do not do it justice, it looked pretty badass.
Well as you know stuff like this is always a deeply personal affair
I would be hesitant to call any cable an ultimate cable, since there is so much variance based on personal preference and source matching. For instance, with the AK380cu and modded 1Z on SE I didn't like the pairing with Phantom, although I like it a lot with Legend-X. That's also because I listen to different music with the two. But with the warmer balanced out, I quite like the pairing.I know what you mean but since you are the guy that tuned the Phantom and they did have the sound signature that I've always wanted, I'm gonna trust your opinion on this.Well as you know stuff like this is always a deeply personal affair
【Poll Alert!】
"Horus" ; the one cable to be described as "revealing" and pushes the boundary of micro detailing as well as transparency without sounding harsh!
Now's the golden question :
Shall we offer "Horus" in 8 wires?
Hey Eric, great to see you around again! Congratulations on the launch of Euphoria Audio, it looked like it was a great success!Apologies for the absence and for the late responses due to commitments at "Euphoria Audio" as well as global exhibitions guys, I've been sorting out the mails and replying em' the fastest i can! Meanwhile, we're brewing up something special just for Canjam SG. Keep posted!
-Eric
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Heck yeah!!
【Poll Alert!】
"Horus" ; the one cable to be described as "revealing" and pushes the boundary of micro detailing as well as transparency without sounding harsh!
Now's the golden question :
Shall we offer "Horus" in 8 wires?
I'm sure it would be a beautiful cable, but my mind boggles at how expensive I guess it would be!
【Poll Alert!】
"Horus" ; the one cable to be described as "revealing" and pushes the boundary of micro detailing as well as transparency without sounding harsh!
Now's the golden question :
Shall we offer "Horus" in 8 wires?
