Transparent Audio

I have been using Transparent for some time now. I called Transparent and requested a sincere description of the difference between the performance characteristics of from the previous MM2 gen to the current G5.
I was told that the new generation 5 is a significant improvement over the earlier MM2 generation.  Also, I was told that each level of product of gen 5 performs as well or better than the previous next higher MM2 product level.
I upgraded my cables from MM2 Super to Generation 5 Ultra and indeed, there is a visceral and tangible improvement in harmonic presence and increased detail and texture. Generation 5 has moved my system closer
to audio realism. There is improved enjoyment listening to my system.

I picked up a used pair of Shunyata Anaconda Zitron XLR going from phono amp to pre amp which sounded good but on a few songs the cymbols were not sharp so I took my TP Super MM2's XLR and hooked them up and it was superior in sound to the Shunyata at half the price.I went and got a good deal on TP Ultra Gen 5 XLR which did improve over the Supers but the jump between Shunyata to TP was almost night and day better.

Anyone tried the Gen 6 Reference cables yet? I'm hoping they trickle down this tech to Super and Ultra, but wouldn't mind getting some thoughts on the new ones that came out last year.

motorcyclphil

 

What gear is in your system? Can you speak more about the sonic signature of Ultra GEN5 XLR vs. MM2 Super XLR. I am a previous Super MM2 owner yet have not auditioned the GEN5 series.

 

Happy Listening!

 

 

cd45123

 

To my ears, the Super and Ultra cables/cords,  are the sweet spot in Transparent's line-up.  I would be interested in reading more about the GEN5 vs. GEN6 comparisons as well. The GEN6 is still relatively new, so I would not expect many reviews at this time.

 

Happy Listening!