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NBS Audio Cables

Can anyone give me info. regarding NBS Cables? I tried to reach them via there 800# and it was no longer in service. I called there regular no. and informed them about this and they acted as if they didn't no it. I have researched there cables and found some good info on it. My only concern is that, I think this is a one man operation or two (called the co. several times and the person who answer, is either the operator/secretary or Walter Fields who is the co. president. I wanted to talk to a sales or technical rep. and the answer is always, Mr. Fields is out of the office right now and will call you back. I would really like to try purchasing their cables/interconnects but because of these reasons I'm quite apprehensive and with the $$$ their charging for their products - I just want to make sure they're in the up and up. Also, could not find any dealer in the US except for one Mr. Pham who's in CA and his phone just keep on ringing.
I have also talked with Mr. Fields and had a pretty good impression of him.
Any info/explanation about this co.'s structure or whatever will be appreciated.
Thank you.
ligabry
lotuss4
32 posts
 
Jafox, regarding your humm, I would suggest that you check your RCA connections. I had similar problem, turn out the connection between the RCA and the cable itself was bad. try wiggling it, and even rotating it. let me know what you find.
dkp
13 posts
 
In response to Tekunda's question, I have both NBS Statement 3(on loan) and Valhalla , interconnect and speaker cable.I also use NBS power cords and line conditioners.
The Valhalla is an excellent cable , its attributes have been well covered in other posts.
Cables are system dependant , and in my system the NBS works more effectively. Without resorting to the typical audiophile descriptions, I find the NBS simply more musically convincing.It is a great cable when combined with
a full complement of NBS power treatment.
mombo
1 posts
 
Dear Fellow NBS Fans: My name is R.J. Waller. I have been a member of Ardiogon for several months now. My syst. is currently cabled entirely with NBS products, of the Classic series which were purchased from a US dealer at retail cost. I have receintly been attempting to upgrade my cable set, primarily Signature Level, to one of the higher grades. In doing so I have heard rumors of counterfeit NBS products on the resale market. Some of these are originating from Hong Kong, another source from Florida. Does anyone have info. on this? If a cable is offered from Hong Kong, how can the counterfeit product be identified?
It seems that there must be some reasonable method of aquiring upper level NBS without always going the retail route. Any info. would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You, R.J. Waller mombo@aol.com
bwhite
807 posts
 
Mombo, I too have been concerned when purchasing pre-owned NBS. The only real way to tell if NBS is authentic is to buy from someone who can prove the cables origin. In my quest for NBS Statement ICs I came across people who had 4 runs of Statement ($6000 each) and claimed they bought it 3 years ago but never used it. To me, this is a RED FLAG! Who keeps 24,000 worth of cables sitting in their garage?

When you buy NBS, see if you can find out as much about the origin of the cable as possible. Check to see if the seller has the original receipt and packaging. Most of the counterfeit NBS cables do not have packaging.

I saved my receipts when I purchased my NBS and therefore they should maintain value MUCH better if and when I decide to sell.

RJ or anyone else, please feel free to contact me if you want real NBS cables. I will put you in touch with some valid dealers.
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