Pubul57
did you choose the Aesthetix Calypso over the MP-3 after comparing the two, or hear the Aesthetix, loved it, and decided to go with it?
After hearing the Callisto head to head with the MP-2, then the Calypso, that said, these are the best of the best and you really deserve to let your ears do the deciding before pulling out your hard earned cash. Either would be an excellent choice.
On Ralph K's website he seems to suggest that there is not much difference between various types of balanced cables when used between his pre and amp. Your experience? It would be nice to buy some simple, well-made, inexpensive cables for a change. Too good to be true?
Between his pre and amps I also would confirm that it is true what Ralph said. A huge plus with his gear paired is that you could remove the front-end kit from being anywhere near (or between) speakers, up to maybe fifty feet or so inexpensively. Spend your money on gear and music instead of vibration tweaks and wire. This is huge! Ask Ralph how he has his gear set up at home. I was also able to put 6m XLR between my (TT,aesthetix phono stage, & pre) and my (amps & speakers), with beautiful results sonically and room layout wise it was helpful too.
Happy (balanced) Listening!
