Duelund DCA16GA

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! 

"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!"
VERY NICE. In what position are you using the Duelund? 

Just have build two pair of cables with the Duelund DCA16GA. One with the Duelund RCA Copper Plug the other with the KLEI Absolute Harmony plugs. 

The Duelund RCA Copper Plug sounded from the start much better. More Air, bigger sound stage, tonal more correct. Things got better after more hours of playing time. More smoot transients. One very nice set of cables. A keeper for shure. 

Same cable with the KLEI Absolute Harmony plugs started of with a more bloated and heavy bass. Soundstage was messy and more compact. Focals where more in the front but not well ballanced in the total soundstage. The burn-in time is long (400 hours KlE claims on there site). I have not writtem them of yet, but I have to find a way to get a few 100 hours on them without havving to suffer listening to them...it is not the Cable but a match wit this plug and also my set.

Who have tried the rodium version of the Duelund RCA?