Norne Audio (Was: Norse Audio): Feedback & Impression Thread
Jul 9, 2022 at 10:50 PM Post #6,031 of 6,506
Just got the newer version of the Vygarde for my 800s few days ago and it looks great. Though there is no L/R label on the plugs so wanted to make sure, is the red color the indicator for the right cup?
Yes- “R” = Red = Right. 😊

And congratulations, the Vygarde is a great cable!
 
Jul 9, 2022 at 10:51 PM Post #6,032 of 6,506
Jul 13, 2022 at 11:31 AM Post #6,033 of 6,506
Anyone have a recent cable with a Zebrano splitter? If so can you please post a photo or two? I’m trying to get an idea on whether it will work with my Buckeye Burl stabilized + Epoxy Resin VC.

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Jul 15, 2022 at 2:20 PM Post #6,034 of 6,506
Just got the newer version of the Vygarde for my 800s few days ago and it looks great. Though there is no L/R label on the plugs so wanted to make sure, is the red color the indicator for the right cup?

That is correct, the red ring is for the right channel, black ring is for left.

If you have one of the Triangle splitters on your cable, that is another way to tell right and left channel. The logo is only on one side of the splitter,
and if you have that logo facing outward you also have it oriented correctly.
 
Jul 15, 2022 at 4:47 PM Post #6,035 of 6,506
Anyone have a recent cable with a Zebrano splitter? If so can you please post a photo or two? I’m trying to get an idea on whether it will work with my Buckeye Burl stabilized + Epoxy Resin VC.

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That is one amazing-looking VC!
 
Jul 18, 2022 at 3:28 PM Post #6,036 of 6,506
I just placed an order for a Drausk that I can use with my HD600. Does anyone know the typical wait time for the orders? Thanks.
 
Jul 18, 2022 at 5:51 PM Post #6,037 of 6,506
I just placed an order for a Drausk that I can use with my HD600. Does anyone know the typical wait time for the orders? Thanks.
Since1991, I will have an ETA email for you soon, thank you for the support.

to all:
I am working on emails that I missed recently (I was away from emailing just the past couple of days). Please just shoot me an email
to check in any time or just to bump your email in my inbox if it has been more than 1-2 days waiting for reply. I welcome all email bumps, so please do not
hesitate to do so. Thank you everyone. :smile_phones::thumbsup:
 
Jul 18, 2022 at 8:00 PM Post #6,038 of 6,506
Obligatory Norne cable photography- just received an Einvaldi Reference that has been pre-loved…

It is a copper/silver fusion, though I choose to call it Mithril 😁.

It sounds wonderful and I am immensely grateful to have found one, as they are no longer made due to the high price of silver wiring to Trevor’s standards. It is sonically very relaxed, yet detailed, and with great extension of bass and treble, yet without harshness in the upper frequencies. Loads of air and detail without overwhelming you with information- it’s just… there if you need it.

The thickness/flowing ergonomics of the Einvaldi reminds me a bit of the Draug 3 I had once, though it is likely a bit chunkier. It is quite a bit lighter/thinner than my Vygarde and Drausk (partly because my Drausk is an early, larger-gauge version that I LOVE).

It’s a great link between my Stellia and the WA2. Another Norne in the stable!

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Jul 18, 2022 at 8:10 PM Post #6,039 of 6,506
Obligatory Norne cable photography- just received an Einvaldi Reference that has been pre-loved…

It is a copper/silver fusion, though I choose to call it Mithril 😁.

It sounds wonderful and I am immensely grateful to have found one, as they are no longer made due to the high price of silver wiring to Trevor’s standards. It is sonically very relaxed, yet detailed, and with great extension of bass and treble, yet without harshness in the upper frequencies. Loads of air and detail without overwhelming you with information- it’s just… there if you need it.

The thickness/flowing ergonomics of the Einvaldi reminds me a bit of the Draug 3 I had once, though it is likely a bit chunkier. It is quite a bit lighter/thinner than my Vygarde and Drausk (partly because my Drausk is an early, larger-gauge version that I LOVE).

It’s a great link between my Stellia and the WA2. Another Norne in the stable!

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I couldn't let you post without posting it's twin!

My Einvaldi connected to my ZMF Atriums and my Woo Audio WA5-LE... Pure magic to the ears!


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Jul 18, 2022 at 8:12 PM Post #6,040 of 6,506
I couldn't let you post without posting it's twin!

My Einvaldi connected to my ZMF Atriums and my Woo Audio WA5-LE... Pure magic to the ears!


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MOAR MITHRIL!
Seriously though, gorgeous goodness. Magical without a doubt!
 
Jul 19, 2022 at 1:34 AM Post #6,042 of 6,506
Any ETA when the Silvergarde S4 will be back in stock?

Trevor replied to my email with the same question saying that he’s planning on taking preorders for the Vykari first. He said he’ll be taking preorders approximately 20 days later, I received this email on June 27th. It’s been a little over 20 days so maybe I missed the preorder period for it?
 
Jul 25, 2022 at 5:42 PM Post #6,044 of 6,506
Just received these beautiful adapters a few days ago! They were made from left over materials from the original Vykari. Trevor didn't have enough for an actual cable. One interesting bit about them is they are thicker than the normal Vykari. This is an early batch of Vykari where the clear jacket is thick and stiff, and then Trevor switched to the thinner jacket which is what you see on regular Vykari. I am fond of the bulkiness; it gives a hefty feel. But it won’t work as actual headphone cable because it's too stiff. I added a comparison photo of Drausk Silver (left), Vykari Fusion (middle), and this special Vykari adapter (right).

Trevor mentioned the upcoming first batch of Vykari will be black. I'm a sucker for clear sleeves so I'll wait. But it's coming, folks! :)

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Jul 26, 2022 at 4:59 AM Post #6,045 of 6,506
Just received these beautiful adapters a few days ago! ... I added a comparison photo of Drausk Silver (left), Vykari Fusion (middle), and this special Vykari adapter (right).
Very nice. Do you know what female 4-pin XLR connector was used on that Vykari adapter on the right? Looks like it's more solid and better quality than the Eidolic ones beside it (@TigzStudio)
 
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