Paul I used to have a URL reference which thoroughly explained the networks; I've lost track of it but will try to dig it up again (a kind soul here had posted that info. years ago). The networks are often a source of contention among purists, etc, who don't understand their purpose nor their architecture. What you'll find inside is a simple parallel assortment of R's, L's, & C's (resistance, inductance, capacitance) which are connected in *parallel* to the cable (nothing is in series with the signal other than wire itself). Their purpose is to absorb any reflected energy (for example, reflected power coming out of a speaker & reflecting back toward the amp) due to impedance mismatch or counter-emf. Componentry which exhibits a less-than-optimal match between the source, the cable, & the load would benefit more from this design approach than that with a better matchup would benefit. Therefor the sonic results vary according to the users' application. In my own experience, the results are significantly superior to some other approaches which I've tried.
Transparent's Network Boxes
I know this has been a topic before but I was wondering if anyone really knew what Transparent puts in those cool looking black boxes. God knows they charge enough for their cables and one would think they would put a picture of the network box contents on their website but no such luck. I've heard everything from a single cheap resistor hot glued in place to exactly three parts in each model no more or less. I've researched this on audio asylum and the opinions vary as well. If anyone knows for sure and better yet can direct us to a photo url, that would be wonderful.
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