The Hidden Foundation: Shunyata Research Everest 8000 Power Distributor & Sigma CX Upgrade.

[craigr]

Hello,

Why do you advise this?

I had some cardas cables that I replaced with the Shunyata. The sound became "more", less "restricted" , i.e. there was more "sound" with less noise, the tonal quality was fuller and more accurate, the bass tighter, fuller and the midrange also was "denser" with everything more coherent.

 

[exupgh12]

I have not found that kind of variability with the Kubala-Sosna cables (at least to my ears, setup). Perhaps that is due to using them exclusively, as you use Cardas. With previous cables, when you found variability, were you mixing and matching manufacturers?

Im using Cardes Clear "full Lum" for about the last 6 years. before that I used different kind of vendors - like Chord company, QED, Purist, Cardes, vandenhul, and Nordost. at the end I took several sets home, tried and got hooked by Cardes. it took me some time to complete a full Cardas Clear cable setup ( I think that they give great results at reasonable value).

I'm wondering if using one brand throughout reduces variability. Although I only use KS, I do use a variety of "levels" of their power cords. For example, the highest level for the Grimm streamer/DAC and a lower level for a switch.

I prefer using one brand and one series as it usually maintain the same sound characteristic through that line.

Completely agree that the prices are absurd at the top level ICs and speaker cables and that the job of a cable is to pass the signal.

Your turntable is visually beautiful. Digital gear just doesn't reach the level of an architectural statement.

Thank you sir.
I never thought I will return to vinyl - used to hate it when I was teenager. around 8 or seven years ago I was exposed to couple of excellent and modern vinyl setups and got hooked. started out with Michael Gyro SE, then Brinkmann Bardo, and about 4 years ago I upgraded to the Brinkmann Balance.

 

[Motoman]

I too added an Everest with a Sigma XC to my system (which has a full loom of Shunyata Sigma cables) and I found the difference to be extraordinary. The Everest is a "component" in its own right, and in addition to all of the things that the OP heard, I found that the depth of the soundstage was much improved. Prior to the Everest, I always felt that although my soundstage was wide, it lacked depth. No longer. The Everest was a surprising investment and highly recommended. I don't know how it works, really, but it does! I have mine on a wooden platform with isolation feet, which I would also recommend in order to isolate it from vibration from the hard floor that you currently have it on.

 

[exupgh12]

I too added an Everest with a Sigma XC to my system (which has a full loom of Shunyata Sigma cables) and I found the difference to be extraordinary. The Everest is a "component" in its own right, and in addition to all of the things that the OP heard, I found that the depth of the soundstage was much improved. Prior to the Everest, I always felt that although my soundstage was wide, it lacked depth. No longer. The Everest was a surprising investment and highly recommended. I don't know how it works, really, but it does! I have mine on a wooden platform with isolation feet, which I would also recommend in order to isolate it from vibration from the hard floor that you currently have it on.

Thank you for adding your experience and perspective.
I'm still waiting for my HRS isolation platform, hopefully, it will arrive this or next week.

 

[exupgh12]

Finally got the HRS platform for the Everest

 

[itay123]

I recommend giving the EVEREST on an insulated platform.

Congrts & Enjoy,
What differences do you feel between being on the floor or on or an insulated platform?

 

[exupgh12]

Congrts & Enjoy,
What differences do you feel between being on the floor or on or an insulated platform?

Thank you Itaiy
After putting the platform, I didn't have enough time to listen to the system. - I had to say that the platform brings a minor change in clarity, but I'll be able to check it more thoroughly during the weekend.