Signal Cable Silver Resolution

VR3
VR3 Posts: 28,644
edited February 2007 in 2 Channel Audio
How would you compare these cables to Signals standard line ups?

Basically once I get the preamp, speakers (arriving soon, woo hoo), subs - I am going to do a cable overhaul.

Im thinking something involving Signal Cable Silver line up....

Speaker Cables
IC to Amp and pre
IC to CDP and Pre

Then use basic Signal Cables to go to the subs.

Probally wont use silver series for power cables, seems like a waste of money.

Just curious if these sound similar to the Nordost or do these cables actually leave the bass. lol

Just curious, Im just looking for a lil more openness, detail that I remember the Nordost Solarwinds brought to the table.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited February 2007
    Call Frank@Signal Cable and discuss with him. I use the Analog Two IC's and have always wondered how the Silver's compared. Let us know what you find out.
    DKG999
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited February 2007
    I have the Analog 2's now running from pre to CDP...

    Will have to give him a ring when the time comes - but curious on what the guys here think.
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited February 2007
    Someone a while back had some comments on the SC Silver Resolutions, I did a search but came up with nothing. I know Frank didn't recommend the Silver Resolution speaker cables for use with my Magnepan's, but I don't think I asked him about the IC's.
    DKG999
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    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • PolkWannabie
    PolkWannabie Posts: 2,763
    edited February 2007
    I think you'll find in general that Silver will be brighter ...

    But talk to Frank to see what he has to say about them ...
    Rick
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited February 2007
    Alot will happen in the next few weeks and Ill get a better idea of what I need to do with my system when the Taylos get here. Will see if I need to upgrade my amp to the Stratos, if not - will go straight for a subwoofer instead.

    Cables have always been last, granted I dont have bad cables now...

    I just want all matching cables... right now I have Monster cables between the amp and pre, signal on the cdp to pre, and audioquest on the speakers to amp. Its just all over the place. Haha. A little conformity is definitely needed I think.
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited February 2007
    Not sure conformity as in all one brand of cables is technically required! But I'm with ya on the concept. I run all Signal Cable just to keep it simple. I figure I would have to spend a lot more to do significantly better.
    DKG999
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    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2007
    I used to run different brand cables (at the same time) but when I switched to all Signal Cable (IC's & SC's) I noticed an immediate improvement in sound quality. Synergy? Don't know what it is I just know that it sounds better. I even started to get some power cables from Frank and so far I LIKE what I'm hearing. Just my $.02. Good luck Trey :)

    btw- I'm using the Magic Power AC cables, Analog Two IC's, and the Ultra SC's
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  • DarqueKnight
    DarqueKnight Posts: 6,765
    edited February 2007
    The Silver Resolution interconnects were discussed here:Silver Resolution Interconnect Review.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited February 2007
    Sid -- In all honesty you should consider other cables. With the quality of your gear, the weak point in your system is gonna be cables. Signal Cables are fine, but you're in another league altogether. Time to step up to Kimber Heros or DH Labs or some good AQ stuff. Just my opinion, FWIW.

    BTW -- how are those AQ speaker cables working out that you bought from me?
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited February 2007
    I like them...

    But I dont know if Im dong something wrong - but I can not get them to be tight in the post... VERY loose, a small tug and they are out.

    Any thoughts?
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited February 2007
    Really? I didn't have that problem. Not sure what to tell you. All I can say is -- I'll be more than happy to buy them back from you if that's an issue. Just PM me.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited February 2007
    I hate to make you do that..

    Perhaps we can investigate it a lil...

    Im using the Odyssey and the RT55 and both of them, its a very loose fit that has basically no grip. I dont understand exactly why...

    Im assuming they arnt expanding nanners?
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited February 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote:
    I hate to make you do that..

    No, I hate that I sold them. You'd be doing me a favor if I bought them back.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited February 2007
    Its got me curious, I wonder why on my gear it wouldnt have a snug fit but a loose one...

    *puzzled*

    I wonder whats different.
    - Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited February 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote:
    But I dont know if Im dong something wrong - but I can not get them to be tight in the post... VERY loose, a small tug and they are out.

    Any thoughts?

    Yea, MIT Shotgun.

    RT1
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited February 2007
    Sid... I've owned both. And in my system, the Silvers were actually smoother than the Analog 2's. Of course, this goes against nearly every testimonial regarding silver interconnects, but this was just my experience. Kinda floored me to be honest....
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • DAGLJAM6
    DAGLJAM6 Posts: 635
    edited February 2007
    As IC's go i've enjoyed the silvers between the CDP and PRE and i can see using them there and between PRE and Amp as well. I'm still researching as to speaker cabling and haven't yet decided on that. The silver speaker cables may be too "clean" for my system (meaning bright).
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited February 2007
    The potential "brightness" of the Silver speaker cables was why Frank @ Signal Cable didn't recommend them for my Magnepan 1.6's. I'm wondering if the IC's would introduce the same brightness. Might have to get a pair and see.
    DKG999
    HT System: LSi9, LSiCx2, LSiFX, LSi7, SVS 20-39 PC+, B&K 507.s2 AVR, B&K Ref 125.2, Tripplite LCR-2400, Cambridge 650BD, Signal Cable PC/SC, BJC IC, Samsung 55" LED

    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • zombie boy 2000
    zombie boy 2000 Posts: 6,641
    edited February 2007
    dkg999 wrote:
    The potential "brightness" of the Silver speaker cables was why Frank @ Signal Cable didn't recommend them for my Magnepan 1.6's.

    Reason Numero Uno I love Frank and Signal... He's had the opportunity to shake me down for some extra dough, but listened to my system's needs and sold me less expensive cables based on this.
    I never had it like this where I grew up. But I send my kids here because the fact is you go to one of the best schools in the country: Rushmore. Now, for some of you it doesn't matter. You were born rich and you're going to stay rich. But here's my advice to the rest of you: Take dead aim on the rich boys. Get them in the crosshairs and take them down. Just remember, they can buy anything but they can't buy backbone. Don't let them forget it. Thank you.Herman Blume - Rushmore
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited February 2007
    +1 on Frank @ Signal Cable. On the few occasions I've had a question, I always felt that he was answering my question based on my needs, not his need to upsell me! That's why all my 2 ch cables are SC!
    DKG999
    HT System: LSi9, LSiCx2, LSiFX, LSi7, SVS 20-39 PC+, B&K 507.s2 AVR, B&K Ref 125.2, Tripplite LCR-2400, Cambridge 650BD, Signal Cable PC/SC, BJC IC, Samsung 55" LED

    Music System: Magnepan 1.6QR, SVS SB12+, ARC pre, Parasound HCA1500 vertically bi-amped, Jolida CDP, Pro-Ject RM5.1SE TT, Pro-Ject TubeBox SE phono pre, SBT, PS Audio DLIII DAC
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited February 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote:
    Its got me curious, I wonder why on my gear it wouldnt have a snug fit but a loose one...

    *puzzled*

    I wonder whats different.

    Depends on the jacks on the back of your preamp and amp. I've had the same experience - some cables fit loosely on one piece but tight on another.
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited February 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote:
    How would you compare these cables to Signals standard line ups?

    Have you asked Russ? I think he has experience with both.
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  • W WALDECKER
    W WALDECKER Posts: 900
    edited February 2007
    Hey Sid, i just bought three 1M pairs of Audio Art IC-3 IC cables to try them out. they are a shielded twisted configuration of oxygen free high conductivity copper that is coated with Silver and they were designed by DH Labs. the cost is $99.00 per 1M pair. i have a 30 day trial period if i decide that i dont like them. they recommend 100 hrs of break in time and i have 24hrs on them and they have settled down quite a bit since i installed them. i will let you know what i think after i hit 100 hrs. thanks....WCW III www.audioartcable.com
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  • halo
    halo Posts: 5,616
    edited February 2007
    Some fuel for the fire: LINK
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited February 2007
    There's a nice review linked there from The Absolute Sound that's very positive in regards to cables.
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