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With Transparent Cable releasing the series 5 cables. It has made the mm2 more affordable for some of us. What i would like to know is it worth it to go from Reference level mm2 to Reference XL mm2? Or would it be better to wait until i can jump to the series 5. How big is the change from Reference mm2 to Reference XL mm2 one level up.
Thanks Pete
68pete
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jfrech
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Hi,

Another Transparent lover here. I think you'll hear a difference between Ref and Ref XL. Little lower noise floor, better bass, better resolution. But I'd agree with JAfant's point in the end...on Transparent 2 levels up or more are really special.

If you can somehow get to Opus MM2 (used) even just one cable...you'll be blown away. I'd start with the source to pre cable first...Or Ref XL Gen 5...is another path...
68pete OP
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Thanks for the advice, slowly climbing the transparent line. Using Reference mm2 now and going to try Ref XL mm2 just from the source for now. Yes I like Transparent to but it gets pricey after mm2, and having to recalibrate the cable when you make a component change is a extra cost.
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jfrech
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That calibration...as you move higher up...is what really makes these cables special...I know it's a pain to send back...sonically however no regrets
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dave_b
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I have the Ultra Gen 5 speaker cables which offer superior sound to Ultra MM2. To get the best performance I would get the level that allows you to afford IC's, speaker cables and power cord(s). Get their $495 duplex power conditioner if you can as well. Your system will be transformed.
68pete OP
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Thank you all for your imput
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