Anyone compare Electraglide UK R/R to Elrod Sig. 3


Looking to upgrade my CPCC Model 11+ 20A which I have been using with my Rowland Model 10 with good results. I have an Electraglide UK R/R feeding my PS Audio P500 and I'm thinking about upgrading the cord from the P500 to the Rowland. Do I stick with Electraglide or give the Elrod a try. In the absence of advices to the contrary, I will probably go with the Electraglide, as it elevated the performance of my entire system once tied into the P500. Thanks for your input.
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Showing 2 responses by fplanner2000

I would try the Elrod, if for no other reason that to rule it out or decide you like it best. I currently have 2 Elrod Statements (wall to conditioner and conditioner to amp), 3 Signatures and an EG Epiphany on my tuner/surround processor(for HT). I found that I really like the Elrod "sound" - smooth, open, great bass, natural and musical without losing detail - for most of my componenets, but liked the EG better for my tuner/processor, as it brought out a little more detail from that component.

I would also caution you to make sure you are comparing apples to apples, i.e. the Sig 2 and Sig 3 are designed for different applications. I've also discovered that the different cords on the market are really system-dependent, so there really isn't a shortcut other than trying the cords in your system yourself.

Hope this helped a little.
Update: As an experiment, just put the Electraglide Epiphany on my APL modded Denon 3910, replacing an Elrod Sig 2. The difference was very noticeable - more dynamics and a lot more detailed. Its almost as though a "veil" has been lifted. I prefer the Epiphany on the Denon and tuner.

I aslo prefer the Elrod Statements to the conditioner and amp - this is the balance that seems to work best in my system. Lesson is that it may take different cords in your system in different places to achieve just the right balance of tonal characteristics you are looking for.