Since you liked the other Nordost characteristics (as do I), any of the other Nordost offerings above Red Dawn would do nicely. e.g. SPM and higher. I went to SPM from RD and the improvement was in all categories, but particularly mininimal "brightness" and substantially improved bass. Frey (which you can get discounted) was about the same as SPM, maybe a touch better.
Nordost Red Dawn with less brightness?
What will sound like Nordost Red Dawn with a tad less brightness?
I have almost reached the preferred sound, and the only component left is interconnects between DAC and pre-amp.
I have tried Nordost Red Dawn in this place and what I liked was very believable soundstage, impression of space and imaging. What I did not like is somewhat edgy, bright sound.
Has anyone had any experience with interconnects that have the same signature as Red Dawn but with a bit less of brightness? The soundstage cannot be compromised, I am soundstage freak.
And imaging must remain good, cannot have screwed-up timing, for example cymbals emanating from tweeters while drums are way back and center.
Anything in a range of up to 500.00, used or new?
I have almost reached the preferred sound, and the only component left is interconnects between DAC and pre-amp.
I have tried Nordost Red Dawn in this place and what I liked was very believable soundstage, impression of space and imaging. What I did not like is somewhat edgy, bright sound.
Has anyone had any experience with interconnects that have the same signature as Red Dawn but with a bit less of brightness? The soundstage cannot be compromised, I am soundstage freak.
And imaging must remain good, cannot have screwed-up timing, for example cymbals emanating from tweeters while drums are way back and center.
Anything in a range of up to 500.00, used or new?