Speaker Wire

fox
fox Posts: 62
edited December 2005 in Speakers
I know this has been talked about at length recently, but I am also thinking about upgrading my speaker connections. Now, they are connected to a 225 watt power amp but using what might called standard speaker wire, it sounds good to me, but I am now being told by an area hi-fi store that for a cost of $195.00 I could get something from a company called Transparent that will do the system much more justice. I believe they are telling me the truth as they are good people to do business with. Guess what I asking here is, does this sound like a good price, I know they will let me have it for less that the retail price. Any thoughts gang? Thank You..
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  • amulford
    amulford Posts: 5,020
    edited December 2005
    See if they have a return policy (they should) and try them. The price does't sound bad.

    Transparent has a good name. They will definitely make a difference, how much of one I do not know. That's up to you to judge...
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    They will allow a return, already asked that..
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  • opus
    opus Posts: 1,252
    edited December 2005
    Aaaannnnndddd cut. This thread is officially closed. :D








    please
    The Flea rig
    Hitachi 50VG825 LCD
    Rotel RSP 1066 (pre) :)-flea market
    B&K St-202 (mains)-flea market
    Carver M 200t (x2) (center and surrounds)-flea market
    Blu-Ray..PS3 (dvd player)
    Polk RTA-11t-flea market
    LsiC, Fxi30's
    Dual SVS PC-Utra's (1 port blocked) thanks MikeC78
    Behringer Feedback Destroyer    -flea market
    AudioAlchemy DDE v1.0 DAC-flea market
    Cambridge Audio Azur 640 CDP-flea market
    Signal Cable and Kimber Kable
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,201
    edited December 2005
    opus wrote:
    Aaaannnnndddd cut. This thread is officially closed. :D








    please

    It's a part of the hobby, it's never going to end. Want it to end?? don't post on it.

    Transparent makes very good wire.

    Dan
    Dan
    My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time.
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    Enough said all, I started it, and I now will end it. Take care all.
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  • opus
    opus Posts: 1,252
    edited December 2005
    fox wrote:
    Enough said all, I started it, and I now will end it. Take care all.


    Sorry fox. Just kidding about ending the post. MY bad. :o
    The Flea rig
    Hitachi 50VG825 LCD
    Rotel RSP 1066 (pre) :)-flea market
    B&K St-202 (mains)-flea market
    Carver M 200t (x2) (center and surrounds)-flea market
    Blu-Ray..PS3 (dvd player)
    Polk RTA-11t-flea market
    LsiC, Fxi30's
    Dual SVS PC-Utra's (1 port blocked) thanks MikeC78
    Behringer Feedback Destroyer    -flea market
    AudioAlchemy DDE v1.0 DAC-flea market
    Cambridge Audio Azur 640 CDP-flea market
    Signal Cable and Kimber Kable
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    Don't be, I know it's been done to death of late, it just happen to be that yesterday I was at this store and before saying yes to anything, thought I would seek a little advice.
    I appreciate the input be assured... :)
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited December 2005
    take them home and try them out..

    you have nothing to loose.....

    besides it`s fun..!
    I dig trying new things, ideas, gear,etc.,
    Cary SLP-98L F1 DC Pre Amp (Jag Blue)
    Parasound HCA-3500
    Cary Audio V12 amp (Jag Red)
    Polk Audio Xm Reciever (Autographed by THE MAN Himself) :cool:
    Magnum Dynalab MD-102 Analog Tuna
    Jolida JD-100 CDP
    Polk Audio LSi9 Speaks (ebony)
    SVS PC-Ultra Sub
    AQ Bedrock Speaker Cables (Bi-Wired)
    MIT Shotgun S1 I/C`s
    AQ Black Thunder Sub Cables
    PS Audio Plus Power Cords
    Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM Antenna
    Sanus Cherry wood Speak Stands
    Adona AV45CS3 / 3 Tier Rack (Black /Gold)

    :cool:
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited December 2005
    Transparent sucks.....buy the real deal, MIT.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • Ferres
    Ferres Posts: 310
    edited December 2005
    When you're testing it, listen to a CD with a female lead.
    :)
    Gear: Rotel RC 1082, Rotel RSP 1068 pre/pro, Rotel RMB1077 amp, Cayin CDT 15a CD player, S301 bluray.

    Speakers: Tannoy DC sensys speakers, Paradigm Servo15 Sub, Velo Spl-1500r

    Conditioner: Isotek :D
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    We'll see what this week brings, perhaps I will make it back down to the store if time and funds allow. Its either that, or pay the heat bill for the month :(
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  • McLoki
    McLoki Posts: 5,231
    edited December 2005
    Oh put on an extra pair of socks, grab a blanket and turn it up... :D:D

    Michael
    Mains.............Polk LSi15 (Cherry)
    Center............Polk LSiC (Crossover upgraded)
    Surrounds.......Polk LSi7 (Gloss Black - wood sides removed and crossovers upgraded)
    Subwoofers.....SVS 25-31 CS+ and PC+ (both 20hz tune)
    Pre\Pro...........NAD T163 (Modded with LM4562 opamps)
    Amplifier.........Cinepro 3k6 (6-channel, 500wpc@4ohms)
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    Now there's an idea I hadn't considered.. :D
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  • beardog03
    beardog03 Posts: 5,550
    edited December 2005
    you could always get some tube mono blocks to heat the room up with..!!

    I agree with Doro ....MIT ROCKS..!!

    I have the S1`s and S3`s...outstanding I/C`s...IMO
    Haven`t got the speaker cables yet , but if they are like the I/C`s...I will be very pleased..
    Cary SLP-98L F1 DC Pre Amp (Jag Blue)
    Parasound HCA-3500
    Cary Audio V12 amp (Jag Red)
    Polk Audio Xm Reciever (Autographed by THE MAN Himself) :cool:
    Magnum Dynalab MD-102 Analog Tuna
    Jolida JD-100 CDP
    Polk Audio LSi9 Speaks (ebony)
    SVS PC-Ultra Sub
    AQ Bedrock Speaker Cables (Bi-Wired)
    MIT Shotgun S1 I/C`s
    AQ Black Thunder Sub Cables
    PS Audio Plus Power Cords
    Magnum Dynalab ST-2 FM Antenna
    Sanus Cherry wood Speak Stands
    Adona AV45CS3 / 3 Tier Rack (Black /Gold)

    :cool:
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    So where is a good place to look for MIT?
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  • fox
    fox Posts: 62
    edited December 2005
    Never mind, just found it..
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  • polkatese
    polkatese Posts: 6,767
    edited December 2005
    beardog03 wrote:
    I have the S1`s and S3`s...outstanding I/C`s...IMO

    and when you are ready to unload your S1, Bear, DIBS!

    seriously! :)
    I am sorry, I have no opinion on the matter. I am sure you do. So, don't mind me, I just want to talk audio and pie.
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