The DXE-ISO-PLUS filter thread for various network, cable experiments

[TwinPeak]

I started experiment with the DXE-filters in July, and it was a pleasant surprise at first. Later, after the DXE-filters had settled inn, the synergetic effects levelled out. I bought two sets - one set was placed between internet modem and an Ubiquiti X-router. From the X-router I have a 7 meter stretch optical fibre to the audio network, starting with a Cisco 2960 (8-port). The other set of DXE-filters I tried at different places before EtherRegen - with almost identical result.

When I got my #2 EtherRegen and an OpticalModule (Deluxe), I removed all the DXE-filters in order to be able to hear the performance of two EtherRegens, uninterrupted by other "alien" components. And since then, the DXE-filters have been in the big drawer with audio spare parts - until last week.

 

The #2 EtherRegen used two month or so to fully "brake-inn", and the result was an unbelievable lift in sound quality, sound stage and musical enjoyment. Just for fun I found the DXE-filters from the drawer, and connected a set between Mac Mini and OpticalModule (see my signature). I have to mention that I had already removed the metal shield from both RJ45 plugs, as suggested by a forum member. It was easy to do. All LAN cables between the filters are high quality Ghent JSSG360.

 

 

I played some locally stored HD music files (24/192 and DoP) with and without the DXE-filters, and I noticed an increased richness in the upper frequencies without cluttering the instruments. A female voice, cymbals, a trompet and guitar - all played at high notes was easy to distinguish from each other, just as if there had been added some more space between instruments.

Well, the reintroduced DXE-filters will stay where they are, for now 😊

Tom

[TwinPeak]

3 minutes ago, One and a half said:

Cool, the metal is just clipped on, rather than crimped on. IIRC, the shield cable is tucked under that metal shell. Easy done 😃. The DXE work very well with the EtherRegen A side, but not so good on the B side.

I havn't heard the differences between shielded and unshielded, I just followed an advice. And yes, I have tried the DXE-filters directly onto ER A-side. Now I have an opticalModule in front of #1 ER 😇

Tom

[TwinPeak]

19 minutes ago, One and a half said:

For the major run of cable, say over 1m, shielded cable imparts a very rough sound, the distinction of mids and treble become blurred. Tried a few times, even running a cable in parallel to the CAT but no good. Might see about the JSSG from Ghent.

 

I have no idea what is what inside a cable, which has been expensive over the years. I have good ears, I can fix a Mac inside, and an advanced racing bicycle - but when it comes to understanding power, grounding and such, I'm hopeless 😂