Forza AudioWorks Impressions Thread
Dec 30, 2022 at 1:48 PM Post #4,336 of 4,764
DMP Z1 -> Forza Hybrid Noir -> Meze Elite
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Dec 30, 2022 at 2:02 PM Post #4,337 of 4,764
Yup these ones use Noir Hybrid.


Awesome! Can I share that photo on my FB wall?

Looking for opinions on how “recommended” these pairings are (or if there is a better choice):

HD600 - Claire Hybrid HPC
LCD-X - Claire HPC Mk2
Focal Utopia ‘22 - Noir HPC Mk2

Trying to figure out the sweet spot…

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In general, Noir cables (in both versions) are above their Claire counterparts. But for HD 600 I'd go with Hybrid, while on LCD-X and Utopias I like HPC more, but that's just my preference. Cheers!
 
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Dec 31, 2022 at 7:50 AM Post #4,338 of 4,764
My ZMF Atticus is sounding extra special this morning hooked up to my new Noir Hybrid. :grin:

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The Noir Hybrid is a killer cable no doubt! :clap:
 
Dec 31, 2022 at 10:34 AM Post #4,339 of 4,764
The Noir Hybrid is a killer cable no doubt! :clap:
It is, I have the Noir Hybrid on 3 of my headphones so far. I may be looking to add more of them.
 
Jan 5, 2023 at 5:58 PM Post #4,341 of 4,764
It is, I have the Noir Hybrid on 3 of my headphones so far. I may be looking to add more of them.
I'd rather buy more headphones with similar termination i've on hand. ^^ :ksc75smile:

With my Noir Hybrid mXLR and my Noir Hybrid 3.5 I'm set for a wide range of possible pairings. :)
Aquired the Noir Hybrid for my VO recently and it's really great. As expected to be. :thumbsup:


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Jan 7, 2023 at 10:37 AM Post #4,342 of 4,764
My ZMF Atticus is sounding extra special this morning hooked up to my new Noir Hybrid. :grin:



The Noir Hybrid is a killer cable no doubt! :clap:

That setup looks sick! May I share it on my FB wall please?

It is, I have the Noir Hybrid on 3 of my headphones so far. I may be looking to add more of them.

By all means, you know where to find me :wink:

With my Noir Hybrid mXLR and my Noir Hybrid 3.5 I'm set for a wide range of possible pairings. :)
Aquired the Noir Hybrid for my VO recently and it's really great. As expected to be. :thumbsup:


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Thank you and enjoy!
 
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Jan 7, 2023 at 12:07 PM Post #4,343 of 4,764
That setup looks sick! May I share it on my FB wall please?
Thanks! The system sounds as good as it looks and especially now that I have the Noir Hybrid in the mix. My Noir Hybrid is all burned in now, and it is such an amazing cable that accentuates the bass just right for me with texture I can literally feel, and as for the mids there is detail and little nuances I can hear more clearly now, and the highs sparkle but don't ever get harsh, and last but definitely not least the staging is amazingly holographic and highly immersive.
Thanks for offering such an amazing cable at such an affordable price, and you can most definitely share my pic on your FB wall. :beerchug:
 
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Jan 16, 2023 at 10:17 AM Post #4,345 of 4,764
It just arrived! What a great looking cable that feels supple and has absolutely no microphonics.

And now to my test playlist...

Edit: A few hours in and I can say that subtle improvements in bass depth and tightness, upper detail and "space" can be heard. It may be a placebo effect ("effect" being the operative word here) but noticeable, nonetheless. Let's see what happens after 50 to 100 more hours of brain, cable and T1 burn-in.

So far, I'm pleased.
 
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Jan 17, 2023 at 3:26 AM Post #4,347 of 4,764
Despite being in the middle of my home office remodel, here's a quick shot...

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Those LEDs are actually white right?
I must say blue LEDs on the Black Schiit stuff look damn nice.

I like how your remotes are "stored away" in the speakerstand
 
Jan 20, 2023 at 8:34 AM Post #4,349 of 4,764
Those LEDs are actually white right?
I must say blue LEDs on the Black Schiit stuff look damn nice.

I like how your remotes are "stored away" in the speakerstand

I have to say that this setup all black looks really good!
 
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Jan 21, 2023 at 9:59 PM Post #4,350 of 4,764
Yes, the LEDs in the Schiit stack are actually white. For some reason my camera tweaked them a bit.

I found that storing the remotes fenced-in like that keeps them from running away.
That way you don’t have to buy a ‘remote locator’…😳🤣
 

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