Testimonials
Comments Regarding Polestar USB Cable from PG, UK.
I just wanted to thank you and let you know that there's already a really nice improvement. Initial impressions are of a Beautiful flow to the music.
Comments Regarding Nucleus USB Cable from DJM, USA.
Oh my! I got the Nucleus USB today! I am totally sold just on the fit and beautiful finish of the cable alone, but there's so much more...
First, I let it settle in a bit after connecting it as instructed. I put my music library on shuffle running through Amarra. It was really hard but I just left the room and came back,after an hour or so, to listen for any improvements.
First Impressions:
- I immediately noticed that my volume was louder... I mean much louder. Strange? After investigating, what was really happening was that I was getting less signal noise (and I thought my system was dead quiet before) but the Nucleus was able to go deeper/wider, top/bottom AND blacker into my music then I ever thought imaginable! I was also getting more detail...ton's more detail and this combined with the increased blackness, made my system sounded louder. This simple observation, within just an hour of settling into my system, tells me that something very special is happening with this cable, but it's not all positive... ;-)
As is the case with high end systems, the better the gear the more revealing it is of poor quality production (mixing/mastering and recording). I just hate this but life is too short to listen to bad music. I have taken much care in properly ripping my music and in culling from my various playlists and CD's for anything that sounded poorly recorded or performed, or so I thought....
With the amazing increase of detail/blackness from the Nucleus, I was hearing things that were really revealing. When I say: "hearing" I really mean EVERYTHING!
Good recordings jump out in spectacular depth, tone and 3d like imaging but my marginal recordings were horrid, flat and lifeless. Before the Nucleus any recordings precariously hanging on the edge of "just being good enough" in my system have been, with this new cable addition, mercilessly thrown off the cliff of excellence. I'm sitting here hitting delete after delete*sigh* oh well, I guess it just frees up storage space for buying more quality music.
Bottom Line:
- I have added many different cables and tweaks to my equipment throughout the years but nothing has been more immediately impacting then the Nucleus USB. It's such a tired audiophiles expression, but in this case, adding your USB cable is really like a major component upgrade. Congratulations on such a fine product!
Comments Regarding Axis and Nucleus USB Cable
The entire background of the sound stage became darker, psychoacoustically the music slowed down tremendously reveling immense depth and resolution. I was truly impressed and I will recommend anyone who wants a true audiophile quality from a USB cable to have a go on the Locus.-- Jeffrey Lim, Resolution, Singpaore
Comments Regarding Polestar USB Cable
Color me skeptical - but I just put a Locus Polestar in my rig and the difference is dramatic.
This is the proverbial window wiped clean kind of change - best I can figure is that Lee and his buddies have managed to eliminate a whole lot of trash and grunge in the mids and upper regions. The effect is much more detail, more air and as a result a much more layered and nuanced presentation.
The reason I find this so surprising is that the Polestar is attached to my battery powered Opticis fiber cable - there is obviously much more to this design then just isolating the 5v lines coming from the USB port on the computeer.
And to think I was a data is data guy...--ckorody, AudiogoN
Comments Regarding Nucleus and Axis USB Cable
These cables are under the Locus Design name, the Polestar (which I haven't tried), the Axis and the very expensive Nucleus USB cable (I've owned both). ...I have compared the P*****! to both the Axis and the Nucleus. Both Locus Design cables offered more refinement and extended frequency range than the P***** cable which I found to be slightly laid back but by no means was it an inferior cable. Once you've witnessed the differences, it's hard to accept something less. I have no doubts that the more expensive A*******! cable would have made these comparisons even more interesting. Therefore if you're not willing to spend, by all means don't try these cables out.--satfrat, AudiogoN
Comments Regarding Nucleus USB Cable
The Nucleus USB is spectacular--J. S., USA
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Comments Regarding Polestar USB Cable
Plugged in your cable into my system today - Replacing my k*****. First impressions.. Pretty stunning, with a full bodied sound.
All in all, I am very satisfied and must say that the cable has lived upto my high expectations, considering I went in totally blind.
Thanks again.. Maybe one day I will try your axis ! Meanwhile, I am already recommending this cable to a few other guys.--S. S., India
Comments Regarding Polestar USB Cable
I've known that USB cables definitely sound different, but I've never had a properly implemented one until this week when my Polestar 6ft cable from Locus Design arrived. I also wondered if it would really make a difference in a NOS/NOS dac like the Isabella that has relatively less influence from jitter than some other dacs. The Polestar now relays between my macbook playing WAV and my Isabella (with the Amperex tubes that were offered on this board for a short while) driving 70.2s into Devore Nines. I was very pleasantly surprised at the level of improvement across the board. The soundscape is more encompassing, the bass is juicier, there is more detail, and there is actually less fatigue. The improvements are immediately apparent and not something you have to try and convince yourself of, and this is with no burn-in time. I'm glad I don't have access to hear one of the more expensive models because it's very likely I'd sell an organ for one. Texendo, AudioCircle
Comments Regarding Polestar Power Cable
I received and installed the power cable Wednesday evening when I got home from work (late). It is pretty smooth cold ... right out of the box. I'm especially impressed with the improvement in tonality and timbre it brings my system. Thanks again for this great cord! And, you're responsive, accommodating, and easy to work with. That's a big plus too .. in my book. --L.M., USA
Comments Regarding Axis USB Cable
You surely were not kidding when you said it would be worth the wait for the cable. From the moment I replace the original USB cable with the AXISS there was a marked improvement in the sound quality. Now after 8 days of use a transformation in the sound quality has occurred that is truly unbelievable and remarkable. I truly cannot understand how and why a data cable could improve the sound quality from a DAC so dramatically, but it has occurred. --E.S., USA.
Excerpt form Audio Nervosa post regarding Polestar and Axis USB Cables
...The Axis USB cable defined the details in the music, you can clearly pick out the notes played within the arrangement of musical score, it truly brings the separation and the last detail within the recordings. Really it is that simple, this cable has thoroughly transformed my listening experience. There is so much information there that I just wasn't hearing before in very familiar recordings,for some reason they were hidden before. Bill, AudioNervosa
Excerpt form AudioCircle post regarding Polestar and Axis USB Cables
...Well, I can honestly say without reservation that the Axis is staying in the system and never leaving. If your into the digital computer music age and you think that it's just 1's & 0's being transferred to your audio system and how in the world can a cable make a difference,it's just a cable for Pete's sake, you are in for an ear opening experience. The information that is hidden inside those 1's & 0's is brought to light using the Axis. Separation of notes is remarkable and even upon first listen will tell you something very special is happening here.
The authority in which the bottom end and the deepness being separated by notes that otherwise were garbled together now have delineation that just puts the bass runs into a entity of itself while still being part of the whole score.
Vocals each have their space and presence of performer,taking breath's and clear pronunciation of the written words in which they sing. It's just wonderful hearing the music portrayed in this manner...-- For full text of post visit, Bill O'Connell, AudioCircle Post #566284
Comments regarding Polestar USB Cable
I have now been playing on this wonderful USB cable for a while and must admit, that the standard USB cables don’t even come close – sound like a disaster in direct comparison!........ USB cables matters – period !.......--Schmidt Audio, Denmark
Comments regarding Axis USB Cable
Your cable (Axis) after just 2 hours of listening has me absolutely floored. I can't wait for this to break in, right now it is fantastic, I can't imagine (ok I can as I know burn in after all the components I've burned in over the years) does take some hours but OH MY GOD!!!!!!! this USB cable already has me grinning from ear to ear. I will post about this cable in a couple of days but folks just have to use this otherwise they aren't hearing their computer audio based systems at their fullest. GREAT CABLE my friend.--Bill O'Connell, Morningstar Audio
Comments regarding Polestar USB Cable
Well, I picked up the Polestar cable yesterday, and in fact I'm listening to it right now.
I have to say, I'm really impressed.
As you might recall, I was a bit sceptical that a cable carrying a purely digital signal would make much difference to the sound. But it does, no question. Even out straight out of the box, the difference is obvious - it sounds like there's just a lot more low-level information getting through. It's like the difference between an mp3 or AAC file versus Apple Lossless: if you listen only casually, you might not notice a big difference in tonality. But if you do listen, you just hear a lot more space and detail and information in the uncompressed file. This cable is sort of like that, relative to the cheap cable I was using before.
And I know it's only going to get better, so that's great. If it sounds this good now, I can only imagine what it'll be like after it's fully broken in.--E. W., Canada
Comments regarding Axis USB Cable
"In response to a query to What was the best money you ever spent on audio on the AudioCircle Forum ?"
Up to this point for me in my system, hands down the Locus Design Axis USB cable. Surprised The Axis totally redefined my computer audio system and I do mean totally. ...after 3 days i knew I would be paying the $459. But I waited for 3 weeks just so I wouldn't be jumping on 1st impressions...I do that alot. I just paid the bill yesterday after doing A/B comparisons with my K***** USB cable this week. Going back to the K***** was like taking the Gibson headers/Magnaflow high flow catalytic converters/Borla catback exhaust system off my Dodge Magnum and going back to stock. Laughing It won't happen on my car and it's not happening with my audio system. Thumbs up! --R. B., USA
Comments regarding Axis USB Cable
It's a definte yes depending on the USB cable. Some make a little difference, others can transform your system, and I'm making this statement strictly on what I've found using 3 different USB cables in my system. I am presently auditioning Locus Design's Axis USB cable and I don't see any way I can part with it after witnessing what this single cable has done for my Trend's UD-10.1 USB transport. I've also heard god things about ***** ******* ******* USB cable. Very Happy
I was on the fence also after replacing a B***** Gold for a K***** USB cable and didn't really notice any startling improvement. That has all changed for me within the last week as the Axis cable gets some miles on it. You will pay thru the a$$ for this cable but if you're not willing to make the sacrifice, whatevcer you do don't audition it. I say this with total honesty simply from what I've witnessed this last weekend from a simple Trend's unit. Those with better USB transporters/DAC's I would imagine will even be more impressed from the Axis. I plan on posting a thread on this subject after the Axis is totally broken in and I've done comparisons with the other cables. But I know my system pretty well and I'm doing things with it now in the higher volume region that would have been unbearable last week. For me, in my system, to say the Locus Design Axis USB cable has transformed my system would not be an understatement,, just pretty much dead on.
Thumbs up
Cheers,
Robin
Comments regarding Power Extension Box
It's absolutely stunning looking & I had to do some reconfiguring so that I can show it off. Who cares if it does not improve the sound, just kidding of course, because it has! Most noticeable for me are the transients, especially in the mid to lower frequencies. Bass & drums just seem to come alive. I've got a tuner & my power amps, SET tube flee power amps, plugged into it, & the amps do seem to strain less. I'm sure as I listen more, there will be other improvements that I'll notice. Even if I don't, it's killer as it is! Thank you enough for the wonderful product. G. O., USA
Comments regarding Nucleus Reference with the Acrolink ends
They've arrived. What a cable, I could resist putting them both into the system and double WOW. I have to go now as I'm off to rob a bank, and order 6 more cables.
Seriously they are one very special cable.
Congratulations on what I consider to be a landmark cable. K. C., UK
General Comments about Nucleus and Polestar
I have replaced all my Txxxxxxxxxx Power cabling with yours am really amazed on all the detail and realism. Thanks as always...my wife was even blown away by the sound experience of your power cords!
Thanks again for all the detail..you are as detailed as your cables are sonically! Ha! Ha! You go the extra mile and beyond a few hundred!!!!
Simply stated, sonically exciting right out of the box! That's amazing! I have replaced all of my Txxxx power cabling (costing hundreds more) which has literally opened up my entire system. It is like the equipment has been taken off oxygen and allowed to breathe! Extremely quiet background of the Nucleus allows incredbile detail in all generes of music. Musical Ambience Bliss! I can't believe a power cord change could be as good or even better than an interconnect upgrade. It's exciting to listen and experience the transparent and fluid presentation of all types of music. Even the quiet passages come right to the front row! In my opinion, Locus Design Group is the reference standard, prepare to be impressed, your wallet and ears will agree. G. F., USA
Regarding Nucleus with the Gold Oyaide ends
You may be interested to know that I did the first customer evaluation on the Nucleus yesterday ( my premises ). His preferred cable to date is (was ) the Exxxxx xxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx ref revII. I am so pleased to tell you the Neuk was without doubt far more fluid, open, and faster. He was also very impressed with the weight, flexibility, and finish of the cable. Which by the way so am I if I haven't already said.--K. C. United Kingdom
Comments regarding Polestar
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Comments regarding Polestar
The Polestar was delivered today, when I opened it up at first that maybe you had sent me a fruitcake or something :). When I unpacked the cord I suddenly got panicky as I didn't realize that the Oyaide ends were wrapped and fastened in soft rubber and I was scared that they weren't going to fit the outlets, then I realized the surrounds and removed them with a huge smile on my face. I carefully wrestled my cabinet into position and unplugged the Beast, then with my mag light got the proper orientation for the IEC and plugged it in and firmly seated it. I this time removed the surge protector from the wall socket and plugged it in, ARC install completed! Manipulated the rack back into place, replaced the Classe stock cord with the Beast, fired up both units and input ELO's Strange Music CD (Best of) and started to read your info that was sent.
The difference I can only compare to an explosion, without even having a chance to settle in the dynamics were ALIVE, FAST and the noise floor had fallen out of sight! On "Sweet Talkin' Woman" toward the end of the song there is a passage that before have smearing thru the separation and now the Beast/Polestar blew the noise floor so low it was almost as if the left speaker panel had cut out (but it hadn't), it was so amazing that I listened to it again after finishing an hour's listening to hear the distinct separation still again, and there it was!
I concentrated on the piano reverb/ambience as I have listened carefully to this at church, on the CD it was glorious, more so than I'd ever heard before, Attack and Decay were faster than lighting strikes. On (I think it was) "Last Train to London" there is a countdown from Jeff Lynn, this had been to soft in the background to hear before but now it was clear and distinct and perfectly placed. I now heard more musical information than I had heard when using the Beast, with more separation, attack and decay that were rocket like in comparison, the words that kept coming to mind were AMAZING, and the Neculas is even better than this??? I going to mix up songs but I think it was "Mr. Blue Sky" there is a what I call a choral sweep that glistens, it was more relaxed now just a step back farther and it was like running water, liquid, and soft, natural, it was great before but I'd never realized that it was a bit hard and just a little bright (do I dare say that?).
When I first started to listen the first thing I noticed was that the bass was a bit anemic but, still had better extension, after just an hour the presentation was stronger but, still tight, no bloating, vocals were no so forward, separation was even better, depth was deeper and the stage was continuing to get even bigger, and again this is after only an hour! So on to Thomas Dolby & "Golden Age of Wireless" first song "She Blinded me with Science." INCREDIBLE!!! With synthesizers you have to have replay that's fast to keep the proper pace of the music or you start loosing the right perspective now with the Beast/Polestar it was finally right! Not that it never sounded good before but now the pace was correct and again (I'm killing this) but the attack was amazing as well as the decay so fast it was untouchable. Vocals were more relaxed and natural, I am actually hearing what the front end is giving and not missing what's in the musical presentation. In "Radio Silence" the female voices have no edge and appear from a soft black velvet background and especially "One of our Submarines" here again is a prime example of the need for speed and some of the fastest attacks and decay coupled with pinpoint separation you could ask for, I'll say it again amazing!
If the Polestar is this good how much better still is the Neculas? I had the severe lust to be able to have ordered it before and even more so now that I could have a pair to put on both pieces but, I can't be greedy either, because I'd never want to part with the cords I have now. I am truly amazes at the differences that your unbelievable products have done to take me to an even higher level that I had before this, even as good as it sounded. You have achieved exactly what I had asked for, speed, detail, attack, decay, neutrality, improved separation, bigger & deeper sound stage and at a very affordable price, I can't ever imagine ever being without this class of cords, and it's still going to get better as well. I never knew before the effect that current flow could influence presentation as much as it does WITHOUT INTRODUCING ANY COLORIZATION OR TUNING.
I'll be posting a review of not just the Polestar but the change over of the Beast and the combined effects of them teaming together. Lee, the coffee is gonna be on me (I'm rasing my cup now), Here's to you Lee, you sure made a believer out of me and best of all I did the research and made the selection to purchase from you without ever knowing or having anyone's referral to you, I definitely made the best choice. I'll update you some more as the cable gets more time and relaxation thru use. God Bless you and Thank You,
More comments--a few days later.
I can't help myself from writing so soon again but I have to tell you some more observations form listening yesterday (I even took notes). OK here goes!
The first selection I listened to was Red Rider -Neruda The opening selection is part of a repeated selection of "Light in the Tunnel/Human Race," With this song along I have made the most startling discovery that I finally know what has been always referred to as "digital glare" and "hardness." I am very familiar with the selection being my 2nd favorite on the disc but now as the guitars rang in their upper octaves it was without the glare and hardness that I had always heard and just thought it was the recording's fault it never was yet all the times I've listened to it even back when I had the Proceed PDT2 / PS Audio Ultra Link DAC it sounded that way it is now glorious!
I know what digital glare and hardness are now ... becuse they're not there now! But it's NOT that the Polestar has "tuned" the front end, it's becuse the Polestar has UNLOCKED the true potential of real high end equipment that I have. Oh yes, let me not forget to thank the "Beast" for starting to do that same difference to the Integrated amp as well. This just flatly and undeniably proved to me that the factory supplied power cords were masking the true beauty that has been hidden all this time. The presentation is listenable for hours and wonderfully natural and uncolored, if the recording is bad, that's it, it's bad but now you have to prove to me that all those bad recordings ARE truly bad. So on ward... Additionally guitar placement is so exact and has no overlays or smearing but it has that corrected pace and the notes explode with dynamics.
Cut 4 "Cant Turn Back" Depth-placement of synthesizer notes, gentle striking of "clam shell" cymbals is so discernible! You feel the brass strikes but the emotion of the gentleness is so evident. Backup vocals are so precisely placed behind the lead singer (great depth example), studio or no if it had been live you can see the performers and you know where they are standing, it's simply NOT IMAGINED.
Cut 8 "Sights on You" This is what I've been waiting for piano impact, ambiance is there now, I've concentrated on this to no end in church listening for these specific traits to compare with and it's THERE! As well as the pace and dynamics.
Cut 9 "Crack the Sky [Break Away)" More intimate detail than has ever been heard before. Cymbals not splashy but silvery and excellent attack, the drum stick reverberation from the strike coveys the brass emotion and is now screamily evident for all the recordings I've listen to.
Enya -"Memory of Trees" This was so beautiful to listen to this time (not that it usually isn't) but it could bring tears to your eyes.
First observation again, that beautiful piano has the ambient reverb and vocal combining the strings the hammer hit and the quality of the wood itself.
Enya's vocals had an ambient echo before which has now been replaced with the gentle air that is present in her wonderful voice but is dependent also on like placing which I never was aware of before. Voicing and instrumental placing was again very exact from the orchestra, what a delight.
The woodwinds, in church I closely paid attention to their sound, concentrating on the string plucks and the deep emotion that sings from the instrument. Now with the Polestar/Beast combination in place I can feel the delicate plucking of the violin strings and the sliding of the bow across the strings as the notes saturate your emotional sponge.
Percussions now presented from the Classe using the Beast exhibits a
tighter extension, sure it lacks slam but that's not the fault of the
Polestar/Beast it's the selection of amp, if I wanted more slam I'd probably select Krell
or go to separates from Classe or Audio Research, but again it's sound is
natural, not bloated but very very fast.
RM talking with a large dealer:
I emphatically told him that my Polestar I would put against any Exxxx, Sxxxxxxx etc. I told him of the important virtues of the cords (naturalness, no coloration, NOT "tuning devices") and that I was (honestly) in no way payrolled, a beta user or receive any compensation in my raving about a product that is so startling effective. I expressed that part of your primary concerns were to have everyone enjoy music and NOT just a select few, That there is an audio community out here that is "the common man" and can't afford or need to spend $2500 to $5000 to find improvements, my strong endorsement of the improvements are an example of that.--R. M. USA
Comments regarding Nucleus with the Oyaide Gold plated ends
I got home and plugged it in. Even lovelier. I am speechless. I just started to laugh. For now, I will refuse to believe it is the devil's gift. Will get back to you after I get rid of the silly grin on my face. Do I congratulate you on your work of art or do I pat myself on the back for having gotten one? My goodness...
I can tell you now the Nucleus is for keeps...and maybe even another Nucleus with those carbon plugs down the road --KHK, Korea
Comments regarding Nucleus and Polestar:
REVIEW OF TWO POWER CORDS:
Nucleus and Polestar
Well now that the Nucleus and Polestar have been in for two weeks, and there are--without any doubt--many changes for the better, and no negatives. First off, there seems to be much greater “headroom.” That is the music seems to “breathe easier,” as if my amp were 50% more powerful. Rhythmic drive is much more articulate. Bass is punchier and has more pitch definition. I hadn’t noticed before but in retrospect it was somewhat blurry or flabby by comparison with my old power cords (stock on the Martin Logan Depth sub and Tiffany on the Cary SA 280 V-12 power amp). Now it just sounds right and natural, and better defined--not too over-damped and unnaturally tight, as some speakers do. Chris Squire’s bass on The Yes Album and Fragile sounds more present and more melodic, and punchier. I can distinguish it much more readily in the complex mix, when it often doubles Bill Bruford’s bass kick drum. The Martin Logan Depth sub is now even better integrated with the Martin Logan CLS electrostatic panel main speakers. Also, Jon Anderson’s voice sounds more real, smoother, fuller, less processed, even as the edits and “seams” in the mixdown are more present on these complicated studio albums. Finally with regard to these two remastered Yes albums, I am able to hear (in a more disentangled fashion) the different voices of the other members of the band on vocal harmony parts where they sing behind Anderson.
In general, there is a greater ease to the music, a greater naturalness. Everything sounds more subtle and relaxed. Along with this feeling of greater relaxation to the music, the soundstage has greater depth and width. Micro-dynamics are enhanced; I hear new qualities of ebb and flow. Acoustic instruments in particular sound more at ease. On several classical chamber music recordings it sounded as if the performers--who had been nervous youngsters--are now mature old pros. They seemed to have relaxed and grown more confident in their playing that much. Indeed everything sounds a tiny bit less electronic or “hifi”—more like real, natural, relaxed music.
In trying to explain all this to myself logically, I have came up with this image. In going from the wall outlet to the power amp or the subwoofer (with its inboard amp), electrons are now "kissing each other" as they flow through these power cords. How’s that for a romantic, nonsensical image? Well, I hate to say it but when listening to music with these Locus Design power cords in the system, it makes some kind of sense.
One thing I definitely now know is that good power cords can make a fairly dramatic difference for the better. Next time around, instead of thinking of how to improve the sound by changing the interconnect or speaker cable, I will definitely consider replacing a power cord or two. Good job Lee and Locus Design!
Hoodman
August 2005
Comments regarding DampClamp
Well....I hate to say it. Sometimes I just have to prove things to myself before I am a believer. I'm a believer. I used Jason Molina's "Pyramid Electric Company" because it's a very simple recording - almost an adult lullaby. In comparison to the Teres hardwood clamp (with a derilin washer), the DampClamp was much more vibrant. Wow...on the Molina album it was really nice. I hate to use the traditional clichés, but...it was like a veil was removed (I hate that one).
Much more transparent. Almost like adding a touch of salt to a slightly-bland entree. In comparison, the Teres hardwood clamp was much more laid-back. Much more. I'm amazed a clamp made such a difference.
In terms of the industrial engineering, the machining and finish are superb. Overall, I can definitely recommend the DampClamp. The differences were not subtle.
I had a little more time today over lunch to do some listening (comparing the DampClamp to the Teres hardwood clamp). I started with A Perfect Circle's "Thirteenth Step". The opening track ("The Package") starts with some percussion - sticks tapping on some relatively solid surface (perhaps the rim of a drum) - and some light guitar work. The DampClamp does two very noticeable things with this track. First, the percussion is no longer between the speakers, but is now in front of the speakers, out in the room. Also, the subtle dynamics are much more noticeable. It sounds extreme, but it sounds more like they are in the room (and not on vinyl).
I then threw on Floyd's DSOTM (anniversary re-release). While I didn't hear more low end using the DampClamp, I thought the low end was more defined. On "Time" the bass was no longer a rolling wave of sound. It had texture and presence. It was something to consider along with the toms and guitar and not simply a supporting element. Again, the detail was more obvious (particularly how the clocks decay during the opening of the song). Very nice.
What frustrates me most about the DampClamp is the immediately noticeable level of improvement it brings to my analog system. I've invested a fair bit of change in my analog setup - Teres 255, Origin Live Silver tonearm, Shelter 501 mk II cartridge, Wright WPP-100c phono stage) and something as innocuous as a clamp makes such a difference in the sound.
In terms of the sonic benefit, the price is certainly justified. N. R. USA