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Our product specialists receive questions on a daily basis about Nordost products, their application, and hifi in general. \u00a0We thought that we would take a minute to share some of our most recent and frequently asked questions here so that everyone can get the answers they are looking for!<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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Q:\u00a0 Can I plug my mono amps, their preamp, and a separate integrated amp into one QB8<\/a>? In other words, there would be two different systems connected to the same QB8 strip. \u00a0If yes, where should I plug in the monos vs the integrated? <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A:\u00a0 Theoretically, yes, you could have components from two different configurations plugged into one QB8. However, the QB8 was designed for a single system in terms of ground flow manipulation. If at all possible, you should try to find an alternative solution. Remember, there are current limitations in terms of what the electronics draw so you don’t blow the fuse. \u00a0Although pre-amps and source components have low current draw, the amps pull more. If you have three amplifiers plugged into a 15 amp QB8, and each pulls 5 amps, you can’t plug anything else into it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Q: I have a Nordost Heimdall 2 digital RCA to RCA cable<\/a>. Can I use it as an analog interconnect if I add one more of the same cable? Will this combination sonically be equal to a pair of Heimdall 2 Analog Interconnects<\/a>?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A: If you need to, yes, a digital cable will pass an analog signal (although an analog cable will not pass a digital signal!). While the performance level would be close, in this application, an actual analog cable will sound better. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Q: Does Nordost offer a 3.0 USB cable? I noticed that the whole USB line is configured for USB 2.0.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A: Yes, our <\/span>Frey 2 USB Cable<\/span><\/a> is 3.0 compatible, and can be ordered with 3.0 terminations.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Q: What is the difference between the original Frey and the Frey 2 Analog Interconnect<\/a>?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A: There are quite a lot of differences between Frey 1 and Frey 2. The conductor gauge went from 26 to 24, which by itself gives more “weight” or “body” to the sound. \u00a0The Frey 2 cables also went from using Mono-Filament to Dual Mono-filament technology which surrounds the conductor with even more air. The connectors went from WBT to Neutrik MoonGlo, which has far better emphasis on grounding. Lastly, we changed the conductors to an asymmetrical configuration.
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