Rhodium vs Gold AC connectors

I have found Furutech work better than Oyaide in my system.

Davidpritchard,

I think it is best to leave preconceived notions at the door when it comes to inlets and outlets. I was actually surprised that the Furutech was a dud in my power regenerator. I think what this discussion shows is that there are really no rules to go by -- only what our ears tell us.

Rja,

I agree. A lot of gold plating comes off easily like with Neutrik plugs and jacks. Not so with Oyaide -- if you like the 079 series, which I do not. In fact, after extensive experience with Oyaide products I much prefer Furutech products -- in my system.

I agree with you. Experimentation is the key. No one can tell you what to do with your system. Only you know what works and what does not work in your system. It's all system dependent. Others may make suggestions. But the proof of the pudding will always be in the eating. And you're the one sitting at the table.

Czarivey,

You stated "Niether [sic] Rhodium or Gold-plated termination will have substantial differences in performance after all ..."

My experience is that there are substantial differences in my system between gold and rhodium. My system prefers rhodium.

Rja and Melbguy1,

It takes some time to find out what works best in our systems. Each system is different. Trying to depend on music memory can be problematic. Doing A/B-ing is essential. The properties or characteristics of one outlet that works well in one system many not work well in another system. The best we can do is to share our experiences and hope it makes a difference for others.

I used to like Oyaide products very much, and Synergistic Research receptacles, but I gradually moved over to Furutech. I find more clarity and better sound staging with Furutech products in my system -- their receptacles, IEC inlets, plugs and IECs, wires (AC, interconnect and speaker) and spade terminations. The Furutech imaging, transparency and overall feel is the best I have ever experienced in my system.

Tbg,

I have done a lot of comparing with outlets, speakers, plugs and IECs. I have found this very helpful.

I use Furutech rhodium plugs and IECs in my system to great effect.

I just replaced my Tesla Plex SE with a Furutech GTX-D rhodium receptacle in my power regenerator. Powered up. Surprise -- the rhodium sucked the life out of the music. The Tesla Plex SE went right back in -- very quickly. Powered up -- ahhh, that's sounds better. Just like it should. All the warmth is back.

There are no absolutes. All I know is that the gold did not work in my system.