Like other Monster Cables I used before, the M 2.2s offered the same controlled bass (which may on some systems sound a little thin) and superb spatiality. Speakers: Self made, using quality components (Dynaudio, Seas and Morel Chassis, Mundorf and copperband coils, MKP condensators, metal resistors etc.)īut the sound compensates all your efforts: And even with the optional bananas (screwed on the shoes) the pull on the terminal is heavy, so be carefull!ĬD-Player: Denon DCD-3000 and Marantz CD 6300 OSE They are not exactly small and certainly overkill for both loudspeaker and ampifier terminals an low, mid and even some high-end products. I got a version using cable shoes as connectors. These things are called "network terminators". But it is very heavy: big metal boxes are connected to the cable on both sides (labeled Amplifier or Speaker). The M 2.2s is surprisingly flexible regarding it's thickness (the cable is surounded by some kind of fabric). But after burning in the characteristics changed and the cable sounded like a Monster Cable: just great! See my review on the M1500 for details. Just like some other reviews describe the M 2.2s. It sounded just not right, in fact horrible. But when I got my Monster M 1500 I was at first shocked. I recomment burning in the thing for up to 48 hours to be on the safe side! Because I got a used one I can't tell if it is necessary of course. But who would put it back in there anyway? Once it's unpacked it will be virtually impossible to put it back because of the things size. The cable comes in a cheap looking plastic case (like the ones drilling machines are stored in). And audio reviews tend to be on the subjective side because of different taste. This was always kind of a dream to me, so perhaps I am in fact mildly biased. I just managed to get a used 8 ft M 2.2s two or three weeks ago. But I highly doubt that will be the case. At least try them out and if you don't like them, send them back. I can't wait to hear these cables hooked up to my Yamaha MX-1000U coming next week.Īnyways, if you're in doubt about whether cables make a difference. It sounds so good! This brought me into a new level of sound quality and just from a cheap pair of Dayton monoblocks. I had to call in my cousin who was visiting at the time who also owns some Klipsch speakers, and he just sat in a chair in front of the speakers for a while and also couldn't help but smile. This has been my second system, (which has gotten as much listening as my main system - Klipsch KLF-30's and KM-6's) and I know the sound very well from this combo. You should also know, the speakers they are first listened to was a pair of Klipsch Quartets, powered by two Dayton APA 150 monoblock's. It is so crystal clear and smooth sounding I was just smiling throughout the first 5 songs I listened to. The midrange and bass are just incredible. But I'll just have to think of a creative way of hiding them, otherwise, just assume I have a powerplant directly connected to my components. I wasn't sure if my family would even allow me to have the monstrosities running through our living room. These things are seriously like a garden hoses. When I recieved these cables, all I could do is laugh. and after several weeks going by I checked online for those cables, and since they were still there, I went out on a limb ($320 shipped) for the 15' FL & FR and a 10' Center. Knowing I don't have a big cash-flow he encouraged me to buy them for the price I could get them at. so I made a joking remark about these cables to him, and he jumped all over me, he said that he's spent several thousands of dollars on speaker cables more expensive than the Monster M2.2's, but after trying out a pair of M2.2's He said these are the best bang for your buck on speaker cables, and sound just as good if not better than many of the other more expensive brands/cables out there. Well I have a friend of mine who owns the big 300lb Krell mono blocks and many other amps and systems in the multi thousand dollar range, and knows much much more about the audioworld than me. I'd never spend more than $40 bucks for some 'really nice' cables." I never believed any reviews about how cables could "bring your system to life" and make such a huge difference, and I thought this was just a big ripoff gimmick. I always thought it sounded good, and when I first came across these several weeks ago on an online forum in the for sale adds, I thought "Give me a break. I had to encourage others who are thinking about getting these cables, to just spend the money and get them.īefore these I was always using subpar 10gauge at $20 for 50'. and this will be the first review I've ever written about any of my own audio equipment, but after hearing the difference these made. I'll start off by saying, these are my first "real" set of speaker cables.
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