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C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 11/16/2017 by Sven Boenicke
In such a moment I am happy to not be a cable company. I consider this wire to be a major problem for them. There seems to be so much right about it. Congratulations on this superbly intelligent design.

Sven Boenicke
Boenicke Audio
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C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 05/30/2018 by Christian M.
Several times, I have purchased C-MARC hook-up wire, mostly the small size ($30/m), to build DIY cables (1m or 1.5m length) for power supply. I use such cables to connect DAC, Preamp, Tuner, and USB S/PDIF in my system. The power amps use the large size ($80/m). The idea is to lower the noise self-generated by the system components.

The result is exceptional. Each device is truly supply isolated. The soundstage is enormously large and deep, with dark silence as a backdrop for the music, and beautiful and musically intricate attacks and decays.

I also use the same DIY cables for my computer (USB, S/PDIF) and my streaming device, isolating such devices as computer, screen, router, switches, NAS etc... The result is so exceptional that there are no more errors on streaming music provided by the computer or streamed from my NAS. The level of detail is outstanding.

The result is also quite astonishing on SMPS devices (even iFi audio devices - very low noise on output side) suppressing the noise on the main supply side.

By using these C-MARC based DIY cables, the noise level (generated by the devices themselves) between the devices has completely vanished.

I use one C-MARC power cable followed by a Firewall 5X for the power coming from the wall. This filters the noise coming from outside my system.

So I think people can really get a lot out of your technology and there are many more applications to consider.

Happy to inspire you to consider expanding your assortment.
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C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 01/08/2019 by Johnathan
Ok, where to begin. So, I was looking into upgrading my current system and I was searching for cables to enhance the sound of my system and to create a more black and noiseless sound. I was aware of LessLoss for a while, although I recently decided to read into the various technology that they implement into their cables and the reviews that customers and press are giving their cables. I was going through the reviews for the old DFPC cables and most were very positive, although one review in particular did catch my eye where someone was having a showdown between DFPC reference(~1,800$) & signature(~1,100$) cables, the Nordost Valhalla(~5,000 to 6,000$) & Odin(~19,000) cables and some other cables that were more expensive than the LessLoss cables. The reviewer's imipression of the DFPC Reference(~1,800$) was that it sounded better than the Nordost Odin(~19,000$) which blew me away and immediately I was interested in purchasing a DFPC cable. When I looked into purchasing a DFPC cable I saw that the entire DFPC lineup was being replaced by the c-marc cables and the LessLoss website specifically states that the c-marc cables are a step above the DFPC reference cables, so I decided to purchase the c-marc large bulk wire after realizing that I can replace the wiring inside my Philharmonic 3 speakers.

When the large bulk wires arrived I started by replacing the 2-3 feet of cabling(only one speaker) attached to the Raal tweeter and BG neo 8 planar mid at the top cabinet which attaches to the bottom cabinet through a binding post. I haven't at this point replaced the wiring for the mids and highs in the bottom cabinet going to the crossover and then going to the binding post in the back(where I place the speaker wire). I haven't changed the wiring for the woofer either.

I'm going to start off by saying that I was very much unprepared for the difference in sound that I heard between the couple feet of regular wiring and LessLoss c-marc wiring that I soldered to the mid & high frequency driver. I was impressed to NO END! In terms of sound quality, LessLoss c-marc reminds me of the AHB2 amplifier that I recently purchased from Benchmark Media, which are absolutely the highest SNR, lowest noise, most athletic and transparent amplifier I've ever heard, very highly recommended if you're looking for a stellar amp. I know it's probably odd to compare cables to an amplifier although these are the second product I purchased that I can honestly say I had to hold back tears of joy when I heard the difference it was making(lol, don't judge me). As I was listening to music in my Spotify account I immediately heard a much more real, convincing and "you are there" type of sound. To be honest, I'm not sure how to say this, but the music seemed so much more vivid to the point where I didn't just hear the music but I can almost feel the music. The resolution is much higher as i'm hearing a lot more low level details, all the various sounds in the sound stage are much more delineated and spaced apart and even the emotions in the singer's voices are brought out which was shocking to me. Many reviewers talk about a veil being lifted, well I have to tell you that with this cable, many veils are lifted and transparency is to the point where no joke these cables sound like there are no cables at all. The overall impression that I get from how the LessLoss cables physically handle the signal is that the cables transport the signal very faithfully and accurately and strip off insane amounts of noise to the point where the signal seemingly has no noise at all, while adding absolutely 0 color to the sound. In terms of the sound stage, it is definitely wider and deeper. This is my impression of the mid and highs. The only down side to this was that there was an audible difference between the bass frequencies and the mid/highs and there was a discrepancy between my now modded left speaker and my un-modded right speaker , although the next day I replaced all the cabling going from the binding post in the back going to the crossover and to the woofer and I definitely noticed how the woofer opened up just like the other drivers. The bass was more transparent, higher resolution/ delineation between sounds, tighter response and larger sound stage.

In conclusion I'd like to say that the c-marc cables without a doubt, have the highest SNR of any cable I have ever heard, are dead silent and achromatic! They are absolutely the most vivid, clear, accurate and lifelike sounding wires I've heard and they make my speakers sing! These are definitely my new favorite cables and will in time replace all my cabling in my audio system with LessLoss c-marc cables. If you're tired of your system sounding hifi and want your audio system to sound truly real and "you are there" please stop contemplating and purchase a c-marc cable right now! YES they will most certainly make a more audible difference than a whole lot of gear(and I'm not talking about other cables) that's on the market. If ever there were a perfect cable, MAKE NO MISTAKE this most certainly would be it!

ps. I will be making another review when I replace the wiring inside both speakers as well so please stay tuned!
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C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 02/20/2019 by Johnathan Popan
After hooking up my speakers with the C-MARC large hookup wire and seeing the incredible results, I decided to purchase triaxial cables to replace the better cables silver serpent XLRs for my 3 speakers and subwoofer and Louis was really helpful in that he e-mailed me with instructions about how to tin and assemble the XLR cables. He also informed me about which exact Neutrik ends Lessloss uses and sent me completely drilled chucks(which was very helpful) due to the fact that the triaxial cables are so thick. It most certainly wasn't easy or quick to complete the process but once the process was complete I connected the C-MARC XLR cables from my emotiva xmc-1 processor to the benchmark AHB-2 amps and SVS SB16 Ultra.

My impression of the cables is that it didn't have the same impact as the large hookup wire although the results were most certainly still impressive without a doubt. As a lot of people were saying, the noise floor went considerably lower and the SNR went quite a bit higher to the point that there was definitely the black background effect. The sound stage also improved in that it was wider, deeper and much less noise between the various sounds leading to more delineated sounds in the sound stage and there was definitely more bass. One thing I'll definitely note is that games and movies sound a lot more atmospheric and much more engaging. As I continued to add the XLR cables on top of the large hookup wire I noticed that the music did continue to become even more transparent and organic.

One thing I did discover while listening to the C-MARC XLR cables is that C-MARC in general doesn't just reveal the resolution that was always there, but it reveals the color that was always there and when I say this I absolutely don't mean that it colors the sound. I discovered that the sound itself has its own natural color or timbre/tone(however you want to call it) and C-MARC reveals it exactly how it is.

When watching movies or playing games, I noticed that this already awesome subwoofer does an even better job at disappearing in the sound stage, blends in even better with the speakers, is more accurate, more organic and definitely adds a very nice atmosphere to the movie or game. I very highly recommend C-MARC.
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C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 03/04/2019 by Andor Kovács
I read a lot about the LessLoss C-MARC cables, because I found them so interesting. Earlier I was thinking to buy new loudspeakers, but it would get into serious costs to improve them. So I decided to change the internal cables of my Usher Mini Dancer Two loudspeakers to C-MARC bulk hook-up cables.

Louis recommended the small size bulk cables for the tweeters and large size for the woofers.
He suggested LessLoss can prepare the lengths and ends for me in professional quality, and I chose this option.
LessLoss sent me the ready prepared cables the very next day! And we have already made the internal wiring switch.

The positive traits showed themselves already from the very beginning!

After 30 hours burn-in time here is my experiences:

My speakers reached an untold level of performance, totally transparent in sound quality, with a much lower noise floor.
I'm hearing more pure tone, clearer extension of bass and highs. The focus is much better. Besides better bass control, the mid frequencies are also more liquid and smooth. The sound stage is wider, deeper and there is much less noise between the various sounds leading to a more delineated sound in the sound stage and there is definitely more bass. The resolution is much higher and many veils are lifted.

I feel the burn-in time will continue for a long time. The natural tone quality lets me listen for hours and hours without hearing any sonic traits of the cables.

In summary:

I highly recommend the LessLoss C-MARC bulk hook-up wire for your internal cables for those who want to get the most out of their system!
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Firewall Module; C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 06/18/2019 by Michael Sadighpour
This week-end I decided to install the C-MARC Firewall 64X units on my KEF LS50W active speakers. (One on each speaker) along with 2 C-MARC power cables per speaker and 1 for my power conditioner. At first I was somewhat disappointed and underwhelmed. I let the system play music, lowered the volume and listened again the next day. You know you have something special installed in your system when you start listening to your usual test tracks and you won't go beyond the 1st one because the difference is so big and the sound is so pleasing to the ears that you just keep listening! In the past few years of getting into audiophilia, this was the learned lesson! When you keep changing tracks or don't listen for long sessions to the system, many a time, it is not the music, but the incorrect presentation of it that is subconsciously non-engaging and bothersome. With new C-MARC power cords and C-MARC FW64X filters, there is no extra emphasis on highs or lows. It's just a proper presentation of music across the spectrum. I don't even turn it up that much as the music is all there. Highs, lows, vocals with exceptional details, all flowing in liquid form. The music just flows as if l have added a Chord DAC with crazy high number of taps! A great way to improve the sound in your system. These are component level improvements. Great for folks with all in one active speakers with built in DAC and streamer who think they can't upgrade their sound. Well done Louis and the LessLoss team.
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Firewall Module; C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 08/26/2019 by Joseph LG
I finally finished the power conditioner/distributor. I could have finished it a long time ago, but other projects took priority. With the FW module and cables you provided, it was not difficult to assemble. Pics of the completed project are attached. I also attached a photo of the LessLoss-provided parts.

Specs as follow:

- LessLoss custom FW module (custom 4-unit long 64X)
- LessLoss C-MARC cabling throughout
- Oyaide R0 receptacles
- Oyaide WPC-Z aluminum mounting frames with carbon fiber plates
- Box construction: 1.1" thick cherry wood, glue assembled, rounded corners and clear lacquer finish
- Outside box dimensions: 12.6" long x 7" wide x 7" tall

The box is just long enough to accommodate the 4-64X module, power inlet and cable bends.

The box could have been a couple of inches shorter in height and a tad narrower, but I wanted it to have some extra clearance inside for cable bends and potential future modifications, and I wanted the box to have some extra mass for vibration absorption and stability.The bottom of the box has a 1.1" thick removable panel that also solidly supports the FW module.

Thank you for all your advice and for providing the custom four-unit-long FW and pre-attached C-MARC cabling. It will take a while to burn-in. I look forward to its utility in my system.

Update Sept. 1, 2019:

Today after checking all the receptacles with a plug checker and getting a green light on all, I connected the distributor to the wall receptacle with a C-MARC Power Cable and plugged in my audio gear. When I turned everything on the first thing I noticed was that I could no longer hear the slight hiss that I used to hear standing a few inches in front of my loudspeakers. It wasn't bad before, but I didn't expect such silence. I had to look at my amplifier to be sure the tubes were glowing. From the listening position the sound seems a tad cleaner and the bass a little stronger than before. Those are my first impressions on first listen without any burn-in. I believe the reduction in audible noise at the speaker driver face is evidence that the 4-64X FW module is doing something positive in my system. I already had standalone 64X FW modules at each component power inlet (and still do), so the added quadruple 64X power distributor with its high-grade components, made a discernible difference in my system.

Joseph LG
Los Angeles, CA
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C-MARC RCA unbalanced signal cable, stereo pair; Firewall Module; Echo's End; Bindbreaker; C-MARC XLR balanced signal cable, stereo pair; C-MARC loudspeaker cable, stereo pair; C-MARC Classic Power Cable; C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 08/27/2019 by Arthur Ross, Westport, CT
TO MY MIND, USING THE ART WORLD AS AN EXAMPLE, LESSLOSS TO THE AUDIO CABLE BUSINESS IS AKIN TO COMPARING THE WORLD OF MONET, DA VINCI AND VAN GOGH TO COMIC BOOK ART.
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C-MARC loudspeaker cable, stereo pair; C-MARC bulk wire and cable

Date Added: 09/17/2019 by Jonathan Popan
Thanks for the bulk LessLoss C-MARC coaxial cables. I'm using them as speaker cables (two individual coaxial cables per speaker, all Litz strands of each coax attached at both ends) and at this point I have the full loom of LessLoss speaker wires (even internal) for 2 of my speakers. Before this, using C-MARC for power and interconnects, as well as for internal hook-up wire on the speakers, it most certainly sounded phenomenal, pleasant, beautiful, colorful, smooth, liquid and organic. Now, after using these C-MARC coaxial cables as loudspeaker cables between the amps and the speakers, it's absurd! The sound effortlessly flows out of the speakers like water! The tonality is heart tuggingly rich, beautiful and organic! It sounds as if the fog in the soundstage is completely gone! Lol, I just can't believe that the new Firewall for Loudspeakers will make it sound even better than it already does.

Louis, I have to say, I keep thinking about the fact that you truly are a cable scientist, not some conventional company that plays the 9's game and slaps an astronomical price tag like various companies do. Lol, admittedly you're products aren't the cheapest but when I think about the R&D, time and effort that goes into everything and of course the breathtaking results I realize that your prices are very fair and even generous. When I go to websites like audioquest and nordost, just based on the short description I can tell it's all just a big scam, they definitely don't put as much effort into their products and then they have the audacity to charge tens of thousands of dollars???. Doing business with you was audio system changing and I would even say life changing. I'm just simply amazed at the drastic change of sound in my system and also the drastic increase of knowledge of sound by talking to you. I can most certainly say that based on my experience I am most certainly a lessloss fanatic! I'm thankful that you enjoy doing business with me, the feeling is mutual and I'll most certainly be on the lookout for new products that you will come up with. I'm sure I'll also ask for certain custom jobs in the future when I'll have the funds. Louis, lol I don't want to sound like I'm just trying to gain your favor or anything like that, but please continue to do what you're doing for the rest of your life, you really are doing the world a favor, or at least you've done me a great favor and improved my life by creating such marvelous products at a decent price. Keep up the super job that you and your team are doing!
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C-MARC bulk wire and cable; Firewall Module

Date Added: 10/22/2019 by Apirameth U.
Power distributor with integrated Firewall modules using C-MARC wire throughout.

The power distributor arrived a month ago. After full Burn-in for 3 weeks, yesterday I started to connect it to my main audio system, first impression is the noise floor level is much lower, the notes of each music instrument are very well seperated, the sound of intruments are more real.

The dynamics are simply excellent. I feel that the musicians, now, are playing with their soul. Most important thing is it makes me connect to many albums of music like never before. A very great and world class product.

Thank you to you and the LessLoss team for the professionalism and keep going with continuing to develop great products like this.
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LessLoss History From the Very Beginnings

LessLoss started its business on Audiogon in late 2007. Within the first couple of month, word about LessLoss spread like wildfire among Audiogon members. Here is the feedback received from our clients during our first year of operation. This is from even before we had our own website.

Louis is one of the best in the business, truly professional and very fast production and delivery. I am very satisfied by your superb service. Many thanks.

Positive by Buyer Sebastian (135) on 07-29-2008

Excellent transaction with Lessloss on dynamic filtering power cord. Good communications & fast shipping. A+++++

Positive by Buyer Sennett (45) on 07-03-08

Bought 3 pc's from Liudas in Jan/08. Outstanding product as advertised. Performance is everything and more than I expected. Kudos to Lessloss cable for a great product. Very highly recommended...A+++

Positive by Buyer Phillykid (33) on 06-19-08

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