I moved from NACA5 to Chord Epic.
Very similar sound to my ear and no issues for the amp. Given that Epic actually bends and doesn't cause swearing during installation I sold the NACA5.
I have since tried TQ Black and found it no better than Chord Epic at a similar price so have stuck with the Epic.
Interesting. I had Epic and found a big difference in focus and timing with the TQ black. Epic sounded a bit vague and woolly in comparison. I like Epic, so that's not something I'd expected.
I tried an Avondale RMS power cord and that showed me how much veil the stock Naim power cord adds but the Avondale power cord sounded lean and slower (less groovy) than the Naim power cords. That is the reason I was thinking of a powerline.
Do you really think Nait 5i is the cause of veilness ? Why is it that whenever I change to some other cable some amount of veil is lifted ?
I have heard the AR sound Greenlink and Lunar, both terrific cables but Greenlink somewhat lacked warmth and Lunar sounded forward. Else there was no turning back.
Sorry, Kt77, I haven't used any Naim cables, because I don't use Naim kit, my experience was directly relevant to TQ Black compared to Chord Epic Twin. The TQ is said to be more phase-coherent, certainly images were more focussed, and there was more room to follow individual instruments. The Chord is a very nice cable, but sounds a little soft-focussed and mellow in comparison. If you prefer a richer, warmer sound then the Chord might do it for you, but I'd stick by my recommendation as to the TQ Black. You should try to get a listen, if you can.
A £500 cable on a Nait, umm, think I'd buy a better amp.
Hi Pani, It's nice to know that at else you've tried them - I've a couple of friends whom have heard the Greenlink's and liked them enough to buy their own, so I guess like most things as they relate to audio - it's a synergy thing, but they work well in my system. I'm still enjoying the Crimson RM Music-Link Speaker Cables, but would like a little bit more warmth in the midrange as used with the Nait 2 - a little more refinement wouldn't hurt. Be well - Pani. Regards, Oscar
Hi Pani, It's nice to know that at else you've tried them - I've a couple of friends whom have heard the Greenlink's and liked them enough to buy their own, so I guess like most things as they relate to audio - it's a synergy thing, but they work well in my system. I'm still enjoying the Crimson RM Music-Link Speaker Cables, but would like a little bit more warmth in the midrange as used with the Nait 2 - a little more refinement wouldn't hurt. Be well - Pani. Regards, Oscar
Hello Naimsg,
Thanks for your suggestion. I did try Hiline sometime back, while it added focus it did not lift the veil from the sound, the way your Lunar did. The Hiline rather added a little more veil over the Lavender as well. I suppose you tried the TQ cables from Raindrop audio, what was your conclusion ? Being a Naim follower and knowing a little about my system and taste your advice can be valuable.
Which mains block are you referring to ?
Do you really think Nait 5i is the cause of veilness ? Why is it that whenever I change to some other cable some amount of veil is lifted ?
Umm, I really like the Nait, but I'm pretty cool on the rest of the Naim gear. I wouldn't be surprised if I preferred the Nait with a big-bucks mains lead to a bigger Naim amp.
Mind you, I'd probably prefer the Nait with a cheap mains lead to a bigger Naim amp, so that doesn't really prove anything.
I moved from NACA5 to Chord Epic.
Very similar sound to my ear and no issues for the amp. Given that Epic actually bends and doesn't cause swearing during installation I sold the NACA5.
I have since tried TQ Black and found it no better than Chord Epic at a similar price so have stuck with the Epic.
To muddy the waters, I've decided that I prefer NAC A5 to NAC A5. I've just replaced some 18+ year old lengths. It goes off. Try it if you don't believe me...
And no, I don't own a Shakti stone.