@randy-11 - I have compared Rhodium plated connectors to silver plated copper connectors and solid silver connectors in the past and the rhodium connectors did not display the same level of clarity, dynamics and image as the silver plated copper, but solid silver was the best
Alas, under excessive humid conditions Silver tarnishes. However the black oxidation on silver (i.e. silver sulphide) can still convey electrical current - unlike tarnished copper.
BTW, I’ve been using silver and silver plated connectors for over 4 years and I am yet to see any tarnish appear - the humidity of my house varies between 40% (winter) and 65% (summer)
I’ve observed Rhodium plated connectors tend to perform around the same level as beryllium copper, which is the metal of choice for many connectors. So it compares well to most other connectors
Rhodium is selected as a plating for it’s durability - only a very thin coat is required and it is tough enough to prevent scratching through to the metal beneath - hence it works out cheaper in the long run - that’s probably why Ayre and many other companies use it.
Like gold - It also looks "pretty" compared to the flat look of silver
Regards...
Alas, under excessive humid conditions Silver tarnishes. However the black oxidation on silver (i.e. silver sulphide) can still convey electrical current - unlike tarnished copper.
BTW, I’ve been using silver and silver plated connectors for over 4 years and I am yet to see any tarnish appear - the humidity of my house varies between 40% (winter) and 65% (summer)
I’ve observed Rhodium plated connectors tend to perform around the same level as beryllium copper, which is the metal of choice for many connectors. So it compares well to most other connectors
Rhodium is selected as a plating for it’s durability - only a very thin coat is required and it is tough enough to prevent scratching through to the metal beneath - hence it works out cheaper in the long run - that’s probably why Ayre and many other companies use it.
Like gold - It also looks "pretty" compared to the flat look of silver
Regards...