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Who has tried Virtual Dynamics cables?

I recently purchased the Signature line of Virtual Dynamics cables (power, speaker, and interconnects) to replace Transparent Reference speaker, Nordost Quatro Fil interconnects, and Shunyata Powersnake Viper V1 and V2 power cords. I found a significant improvement in clarity, detail, lower background noise, tighter bass, and a greater sense of being there. The improvements were so significant, I took my Shunyata Hydra out of the system. Obviously, I probably should have replaced one set of cables at a time so that I could evaluate one change at a time. However, Rick at Virtual Dynamics indicated the cables work together better and, of course, I couldn't wait to hear them. Has anyone tried them as a complete set?
jimyork
viggen
838 posts
 
No wonder he hasn't replied my emails.... well maybe cuz it's the weekend.
viggen
838 posts
 
My final assessment of VD P3 cables.

I highly recommend VD cables on amps and transports.

I feel Virtual Dymanic cords works best when with components have mechanical movements or has high current storage. I say this because it seems these components are the most vulnerable to vibration, and I feel there is some correlation between sharing alternating current with the rest of the city and micro-vibrations within your components.

As for components with no mechanical movement or low-level current, other cords might work better. You can use other brand cables as tone controls to suit your personal taste on preamps and such.

As noted earlier, VD cables are best when directly connected to components, compared to only connected it to an outlet splitter. This probably means other aftermarket powercords are still vulnerable to factors that will impede transports and amps from performing up to its potential.

That is my current personal assessment.
subaruguru
1,374 posts
 
I just got a pizza box with a 10 lb snake in it for cheap.
How do I hang it without stressing the IEC connector? Since "mechanical" optimization appears to be part of the VD boilerplate, doesn't it make sense to reduce stress at the connector level? And the sucker needs more than 6" to turn a 90. Phew! I was going to try this on my 44 lb EMC-1, but I think it may even twist IT up in the air!
CDP, Pre or monos first? Thanks.
viggen
838 posts
 
Sugaru, did you tip the pizza boy?

Which cable did you get? Power 1?

Personally, I think your digital will benefit the most from mechanical filtering. However, they might burn in faster by hooking it up to the amp.

I have the cable going up against the backwall and bending towards my components at a 90 angle over... about 6"... very tight fit. My P3, subjectively, almost outweigh my Cal Alpha and Delta. I think the IEC connectors are already loosened a bit.

Please share your assessments.
buckingham
333 posts
 
For sure start with the Digital. This will make the biggest difference.
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