[edwardsean]

Thanks for the reply. I figured there would be no issue but I wondered at the difference when going from a sensitive iem to a larger driver if something gets lost in the translation. I would be getting it reterminated professionally with quality connectors and Mundorf solder so while the sound may change somewhat, hopefully a lateral change rather than a degradation.

The connector will alter sound signature, but if your system is not deficient in some way, a few degrees in any direction is fine. To my mind, the performance is more important. At this level, it's worth the extra for the best connectors. I have gone through every good to great connector. Oyaide is excellent, Furutech (CF–R) is best. It improves SQ to my ears.

The solder also makes a difference to be sure. I use Oyaide, WBT, but stick to Mundorf (silver/gold) for cabling. The connector and its conductor core is much more important.

 

[EffectAudio]

Hello everybody, stay tuned for some exciting news coming up next week

 

[EffectAudio]

Awww yisss, it’s that special time of the year when buying gets just a bit better: Black Friday.

This year Effect Audio’s sale is going strong for one week long. So for everyone that’s been considering an Effect Audio cable, we’re going to make your decision roughly 15% easier.

Notice that free international shipping? That's here to stay. From now on, international shipping is always free!

For the rest of you that’s just here to browse, it's all good. We’re not going to leave you out of the fun. Effect Audio is giving away a Black Edition Grandioso, just check out the following link on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/effectaudiosg/posts/10158776940142236

 

[James Shoegazer]

I'm not quite up to date with EA but are there considerable differences between the old bespoke models with the new ones (Grandioso, Virtuoso etc.) ?
The new ones just don't appeal to me much when compared to the Eros II / II+
I am enjoying them more so than the lauded Thor II Silver series and wont be parting with them anytime soon!

 

[EffectAudio]

I'm not quite up to date with EA but are there considerable differences between the old bespoke models with the new ones (Grandioso, Virtuoso etc.) ?
The new ones just don't appeal to me much when compared to the Eros II / II+
I am enjoying them more so than the lauded Thor II Silver series and wont be parting with them anytime soon!

Hi James, I wrote a post here 2 pages back in case you missed it. Long story short, there are subtle differences between the coppers Maestro and Ares II, as well as the hybrids Grandioso and Eros II. The Virtuoso is a new SPC cable. However, Eros II is indeed a great cable with a beautiful timbre so there's no reason to look around in that range if you're happy with it (perhaps spice it up to an 8w ).

 

[rev92]

Since it's Black Friday and Effect Audio posted some great discounts, maybe my review will help anybody making the decision!

https://ear-fidelity.com/2020/11/26/effect-audio-virtuoso-black/

 

[ctop]

Received the Bespoke Leonidas II + Cleopatra 8W a week ago and I have to say this is the most beautiful cable I've laid my eyes on.
It has excellently achieved the marriage of the individual strenghts of both cables and it has retained the qualities of which the Leonidas II is famous for and add to that an extended frequency response on both the highs and lows...more sub bass and more air and sparkle on the highs which I believe was brought about by the Cleopatra.
Marvelous job EA and thanks Nick for the quick turn around.

 

[rev92]

Beautiful!

 

[Deferenz]

Received the Bespoke Leonidas II + Cleopatra 8W a week ago and I have to say this is the most beautiful cable I've laid my eyes on.
It has excellently achieved the marriage of the individual strenghts of both cables and it has retained the qualities of which the Leonidas II is famous for and add to that an extended frequency response on both the highs and lows...more sub bass and more air and sparkle on the highs which I believe was brought about by the Cleopatra.
Marvelous job EA and thanks Nick for the quick turn around.

Are you able to give a comparison between this Leo II / Cleo 8w and the 1950’s?

 

[Nick Chia]

Received the Bespoke Leonidas II + Cleopatra 8W a week ago and I have to say this is the most beautiful cable I've laid my eyes on.
It has excellently achieved the marriage of the individual strenghts of both cables and it has retained the qualities of which the Leonidas II is famous for and add to that an extended frequency response on both the highs and lows...more sub bass and more air and sparkle on the highs which I believe was brought about by the Cleopatra.
Marvelous job EA and thanks Nick for the quick turn around.

You've got it buddy!

 

[ctop]

Are you able to give a comparison between this Leo II / Cleo 8w and the 1950’s?

Both are excellent cables. Not really good in putting what I hear into words but I find the EA bespoke to have more air in the highs and they have a wider soundstage ( I think the 8W is at play here) than the 1950s when used on my A18s.
Really depends on which iem it's partnered with...like with the LX I had before I find the 1950's to have superb synergy with it.

 

[EffectAudio]

Both are excellent cables. Not really good in putting what I hear into words but I find the EA bespoke to have more air in the highs and they have a wider soundstage ( I think the 8W is at play here) than the 1950s when used on my A18s.
Really depends on which iem it's partnered with...like with the LX I had before I find the 1950's to have superb synergy with it.

Interesting, thanks for sharing!

 

[EffectAudio]

Hello everybody, it's time to get creative because this year Effect Audio wants to celebrate Xmas with you

Share an Xmas-themed picture here or on Facebook to win one of the 4 prizes we're giving away. Maybe an EA cable in your Xmas tree, or is Santa looking extra fresh with some new jewellery? Or can you blow our minds with something out of the box?

And if you don't win, you still win, because your entry can be consolidated for a 10% discount on the item of your choosing

 

[Vitor Valeri]

Hello everybody, it's time to get creative because this year Effect Audio wants to celebrate Xmas with you

Share an Xmas-themed picture here or on Facebook to win one of the 4 prizes we're giving away. Maybe an EA cable in your Xmas tree, or is Santa looking extra fresh with some new jewellery? Or can you blow our minds with something out of the box?

And if you don't win, you still win, because your entry can be consolidated for a 10% discount on the item of your choosing

Merry Christmas from Artoria Pendragon (Saber)!

The cable from Effect Audio that has been on my wish list for a long time is Code 51.

 

[EffectAudio]

Merry Christmas from Artoria Pendragon (Saber)!

The cable from Effect Audio that has been on my wish list for a long time is Code 51.

Great start, thanks for kicking it off