Duelund DCA16GA

Hi fjn04,

I used Switchcraft, MSaudio, Vampire C7X, Xhadow RCA-SM, Duelund Gold RCA connectors.
I don't like Vampire C7X - it imphases high frequencies and have overall bright tonal balance.
MSaudio has great high frequencies and high-mids, but has a gap between mid-frequencies and base.
Duelund Gold and Switchcraft sound well balanced. My first impression was, Switchcraft sounds more grainy and Duelund more smooth.
I just ordered Switchcrafts to double check it versus Duelund again.

Xhadow sound is very "audiophile". It is smooth, transparent with big sound-stage, open and airy high-frequencies and big base. But mid-range is not as good as Duelund has.

I prefer Duelund 16ga to 20ga cable for interconnects. It sounds more balanced and dynamic. But it has lack of air and high-frequency details.

I'm planing to use Duelund cables from Werner Jagusch crossover to Altec 604E like you suggest in the future. (I'm using Belden 9497 cables).

I changed HF filter capacitor in Werner Jagusch crossover to Duelund RS + Duelund Cu-Sn Bypass capacitors. It was the best upgrade I did in my system for years.

Regards,
Alex.

Well im converted! Just got the Deuland 16ga and can see what all the fuss is about. 

Amazing stuff. So analog and non electronic sounding!

The 16 gauge Duelund has all the detail of the 20 gauge, but a quick comparison to the 20 gauge can make one think the 20 ga is more detailed. Its’s just that the 16ga is more complete with improved weight and body. Listen to both over a two week period and it becomes obvious that the 16ga has all the detail, but it is presented with more top to bottom balance. The upper frequency details don’t leap out for attention, but rather draw you into the music in a more nuanced and natural manner. I also believe there are system and listener preferences that must be understood for the best choice. 

The Cardas line of RCAs gives nice touch of natural warmth and smoothness. I have found the KLEI Absolute Harmony to be very neutral and resolving.

Hi @grannyring ,

Which Cardas RCA do you use? Is it SLVR or other type?
Have you compared KLEI Absolute Harmony RCA to Switchcraft RCA or Duelung Gold RCA?

Regards,
Alex.

Sorry, just saw this. Yes the SLVR as the gold version was just discontinued. Pretty much the same connector as the outer barrel is just silver plated instead of gold. I did not try the Duelund, but would be interesting. The Switchcraft is not as smooth, resolute or nuanced as the KLEI. The Switchcraft is a great value for sure and they sound very good and balanced. They are a tad nervous sounding compared to the KLEI however.  This is a slight thing, but this quest for the best sound is about degrees. Ha!