People ask what we use in our reference audio system at the store. It's usually an ever changing mix of cables, but lately, we have stumbled upon a blend of cables that have produced the best sound we've heard from our components. The cables are listed by component and are very specific in their placement.
Our System
Just so you know what we are using in the store.
Power
- Circuit breaker - QSA Silver
- Power Outlet - QSA Gold
- Power conditioner - Environmental Potential KIYORA with QSA Black Red 10x38mm fuse
Ethernet
Streamer
DAC
Preamp
Power Amps
- Modwright KWA99
- Craft Audio NC500X with QSA Black/Red upgrade - at $6395 for the pair, it is a cool running, high value alternative to the Modwright. Web page coming soon!
Loudspeakers
- Aurai Z165 - These speakers don't just disappear, they create magic.
Current Reference Audio Cables
Power Cables
- For the power conditioner
- Nano Flo Holographic 3D6 - Something about the Nano-Flo cord in this location really brings dynamics, speed and transparency to the entire system.
- For Source components
- Grand Activation Extreme HGA 6000 - This is where you spend the money and get the 6000. You will be rewarded handsomely for your investment.
- For amplifiers
- Grand Activation Extreme HGA 6000 - If you can swing it, or a pair, this is THE cable to have on your amp(s)
- Grand Activation Extreme HGA 2000 - These work fantastic as a less expensive alternative to the HGA 6000. Slightly less resolving of that "magic" that the 6000 has.
- All other components
- Grand Activation Extreme HGA 2000 - You can use the 6000 on all of your components, but we feel the main implementations of the 6000 on the source and (optional) on the amps are the key areas. Your mileage may vary.
Interconnects
- Source to pre
- Pre to amp
- Hapa Aero Ag or Hapa Aero Cu
Speaker Cables
- Hapa Torsion Ag (No link, Sorry. They are the same as Aero Cu only silver)
Ethernet Cables
USB Cables
The great thing about Tweek Geek, aside from the great recommendations, is we have everything mentioned here available for in-home auditions. Contact us for details on our program, and see why we are raving about these cables!