The $250 power cables and $600 power strip that dethroned my $10k Shunyata Everest

@thecarpathian

I found the AXPONA room description. According to Anas, the room featured two identical setups, both using the same pair of YG Acoustics speakers. Below is his description of the setup, along with feedback from some visitors who heard the room.

QSA-LANEDRI
Apr 21, 2025
The discovery of Veridion technology, the culmination of three years of intensive R&D, represents a groundbreaking leap in audio realism, surpassing anything we’ve previously encountered. To showcase its impact, we introduced it at AXPONA in a challenging manner: utilizing basic cables across two identical setups, where the sole difference was the use of Veridion cables versus untreated ones. This approach eliminated variables related to cable design or conductor purity, focusing solely on the technology’s effect.

System Configuration:
Source: Mini PCs serving as Roon servers (approximately $700 each from Amazon)
Amplification: Lyngdorf TDAI-3400 integrated amplifier
Networking: Basic router and switch
Speakers: YG Acoustics Peaks Ascent Loudspeakers
Both setups were connected to the same pair of speakers.

Cabling Details:
Power Cable: 1x Monoprice power cable supplying the Lyngdorf TDAI-3400
Ethernet Cables: 3x Monoprice Ethernet cables connecting the router to the switch, the switch to the Mini PC, and the Mini PC to the Lyngdorf TDAI-3400
Speaker Cables: basic speaker cables
The second setup featured the five cables enhanced with our proprietary Veridion technology.

During each A/B comparison session, informing the audience about the use of standard Amazon cables piqued their curiosity. Interestingly, the setup with untreated basic cables delivered a satisfying and pleasant sound. However, upon switching to the Discovery Veridion cables, the audience exhibited spontaneous expressions of astonishment. Capturing these reactions on video would have immortalized the moment, a lesson for future demonstrations. It was a truly unique experience.
https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/qsa-lanedri-series.36078/post-1046326


jadedavid
Apr 19, 2025
When I was in the room they were doing a comparison between treated and non treated generic speaker cables.
The song being played contained a female vocalist.
First played were the stock cables. System sounded good.
Then the treated cables. Both I and the gentleman next to me almost fell off of our chairs when the vocalist “appeared “ in front of us.
A very stunning demonstration.
https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/qsa-lanedri-series.36078/post-1045983


austinpop
Apr 19, 2025
I visited QSA-Lanedri’s room at AXPONA several times last weekend, and can confirm their demo was very effective.

It does help to clearly understand the systems that @QSA-LANEDRI and @romaz had setup. Two identical system chains were on display, each comprising a network router, a switch, a NUC Roon server, and a Lyngdorf Audio TDAI-3400 integrated. Only the speakers, YG Ascents, were shared between these system, hence the need for the speaker cable swaps for the demo as a previous poster mentioned.

My understanding is that these systems were identically configured, with the only difference being that one system was using all stock cables, while the second was using Veridion-treated power and Ethernet cables. I did get a chance to inspect this up close, and at least to my naked eye, I can verify this was the case.

I am quite familiar with Anas’s previous cables, but my interest was really piqued going into this demo, for two reasons. First, the price point of $250 is very (relatively) approachable, and this was an opportunity to hear just the effect of QSA-Lanedri’s Veridion treatment versus the identical untreated cables.

Suffice it to say that the improvement was dramatic. The soundstage expanded in all dimensions, instruments had greater clarity and texture, and bass got both tighter and deeper (go figure!). Best of all, the slightly harsh, fatiguing aspect of the stock cables was gone.

I witnessed several cohorts of listeners come through at various times, and it was quite entertaining to see/hear their reactions. They ranged from stupefaction to disbelief to intense suspicion about tricks being played. Anas and Roy took pains to dispel these suspicions, showing how the Lygdorf’s were set to identical levels and Room Perfect settings. I had brought along a non-audiophile friend with me, and his reaction was very similar. In fact, it was he who dragged me back a couple more times during the show, and finally decided to order 4 of these cables for his setup!

I wish more exhibitors at these shows would do such comparative demos. It is so much more interesting and useful than just passively listening to some unknown system with unknown music.
https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/qsa-lanedri-series.36078/post-1046014


Zaphod Beeblebrox
Apr 19, 2025
I was also quite surprised by how effective the demo was, this in spite of me having QSA-L cables and fuse in my system, I kept shaking my head. Congrats on a simple but very effective demo @QSA-LANEDRI and @romaz. I was there on Friday and am told the gap widened further the following days.
https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/qsa-lanedri-series.36078/post-1046052

Sorry I’m not sure why some names are blacked out but you can read on whatsbestforum. Edit : fixed

@roper ,

Interesting. Then how do you reconcile that with the direct quote from Anas about having to halt the A/B comparison because it wasn’t working? You’ll note that every single response that contradicts what the owner of QSA himself stated was written by his groupies over on WBF.  Heck, even the owner Anas directly contradicts himself!

First it was this:

However, upon switching to the Discovery Veridion cables, the audience exhibited spontaneous expressions of astonishment. Capturing these reactions on video would have immortalized the moment, a lesson for future demonstrations. It was a truly unique experience.

Then this:

For anyone wondering why, this is actually one of the quirks of our technology. The effect doesn’t disappear the moment you remove the Veridion-treated cables or components—it lingers in the system for a few hours before things gradually drift back to normal. It fades on an exponential curve. This is the same reason we had to pause the A/B tests at AXPONA: we only had one set of speakers, so swapping between treated and untreated cables was limiting the A/B comparison.

So, which one is it? Everyone was astonished by the A/B testing or they halted the A/B testing because of the ’lingering’ effect?? It can’t be both. You see why I keep harping about the validity of any of this. I understand the guys who bought his cables are happy, I think that’s great, their ears, their rigs, their money. But, there's something very sketchy about all of this.

I also understand you’re under no obligation to answer any of my questions to you, but I’m genuinely curious as to your thoughts on this.

Ok, I'm done.

I'm tired of exuding negative waves. I'm off to say fun, foolish nonsense on other threads to balance my vibe. Enjoy your cables.

FYI, the relationship between Quantum Science Audio (QSA) and QSA Lanedri", per AI:

is quantum science audio and qsa lanedri the same company'

No, Quantum Science Audio (QSA) and QSA Lanedri are not the same company, but they are closely related brands that collaborate. 

• Quantum Science Audio (QSA) is an established audio company known for producing fuses, outlets, switches, and other audio accessories using its proprietary "Musical Metal Molecule Alignment Technology" (MMMAT) and "Metal Active Technology" (MAT).
• QSA Lanedri is a newer, independent brand founded by Anas Lanedri in collaboration with Steven, the founder of QSA. The purpose of the QSA Lanedri brand is to apply QSA's core technology to high-end audio cables, such as power cords, interconnects, and ethernet cables, which were not previously offered by the original QSA company. 

Essentially, QSA Lanedri licenses and uses the core QSA technology to expand its application to a wider range of audio components, specifically the entire audio cable