Replaced some wiring in my preamp set up with 12 and 16 gauge UP-OCC in Teflon. Nice improvements all 'round like moving up a level in a cartridge family.
OCC cables anyone?
Over the years I’ve developed a distinct preference for OCC copper cables.
Anyone else discover the perceived or real charm of occ cables?
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fai_v6 posts@oldhvymec, can you suggest some good screw-in RCA and XLR connectors to me? or some other non-soldering methods to attach wires to the connectors? I'm going to embark on a DIY cable adventure in the next month or two and am still in the planning phase. <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The best to use is what Steve recommends (williewonka) on XLR and RCA. Personally I have a mom and pop overseas do both for me anymore. My hands are only good for 15 minutes 3 to 4 times a day.. If you want one of the best cables on earth check out his DIY. No need to reinvent an already great cable, RCAs. XLRs I use a #8 weave copper/silver clad. OFC and OCC/PTFE. 29-79.00 a pair why bother.. :-) I use my hand for cabinet work ONLY unless I have to.. Yup, I wore my hands out.. 16 places (now) bone on bone. I had over 20. at least my thumbs work again..:-) Regards |
@williewonka care to share construction info on pre > power interconnects? 8 foot run. Shielding? TIA. |
http://www.image99.net/blog/files/category-diy-cables.html Try this. noromance |
@oldhvymec - thanks for responding - much appreciated 👍 @noromance those are my cables Take a look at this thread to see what other members think of them https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/duelund-conversion-to-diy-helix-geometry-cabling If you got to the last page you will see the latest "recipe" for a truly outstanding (but a little pricey) Interconnect that I just completed. If you have any questions just ask Regards - Steve |
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