Alpha Core Goertz

ketchup,

Thank you, some very good info. I don't think I will use the Zobel's.

ozzy

I thought the Zobels were for 10 foot or greater lengths and used with certain tube amplification?.

That’s what I originally thought, then I read about different opinions about whether to use them or not. First off, after now actually trying them, I don’t think they are as transparent as they claim.

And, their usage, I think, depends on the Amp design and perhaps the age when it was built. I don’t think todays modern amps will find the Zobel’s necessary.

For the relatively inexpensive cost it was good insurance to get them anyway.

ozzy

@ozzy how are you liking the Goertz Ml 3 Divinity cables. They worth a $250 investment?? 

A little too early to decide. I am comparing them to the bi-wire Clarus Crimson cables. The Clarus has a very open sound stage but perhaps lacks in the deep bass. At this time, I am actually using both. The Goertz on the bottom end and the Clarus over both hi-and low speaker binding posts, since they are bi-wire.

Sorta like mixing the cables to accomplish what perhaps one version does not.

I should add that my amp specs (Michi 8 1800 WPC @4 ohms.) call for larger gauge than standard speaker cables due to its design.

"Speaker Wire Selection"

"The size and quality of the wire can have an audible effect on the performance of the system. Standard speaker wire will work, but can result in lower output or diminished bass response, particularly over longer distances. In general, heavier wire will improve the sound."

ozzy