With headphones cables, the compromise is typically between resolution and warmth – and some level of liquidity. Many cables go a little heavier in one direction over the other. And many of those who attempted a middle ground end up skewing the sound either towards harsh or sterile.
The Danacable Lazuli Nirvana skips all those notions and just makes the headphone cable invisible. It is no longer a bottleneck. In fact, a thought that crossed my mind a few times was, “This is perhaps how this headphone sounds in its purest form.”
The Lazuli Nirvana provides a deep-rooted sense of musical immersion and envelopment. From a technical view, these qualities reminded me of an upgrade in amplification – more depth, better separation, more grip, and appreciable harmonic structure.
Until you’ve listened to the Lazuli Nirvana, you won’t realize just how much dynamics, harmonic cues, micro/macro-details, and texture is missing from your music. It brings you closer to the music without sounding clinical or hyped.
This is the most headphone listening I’ve done in recent memory. I had such a great time going through old playlists for hours – and discovering new music. The Danacable Lazuli Nirvana not only allowed me to realize the capabilities of my headphones – but my digital sources as well.
While not the most expensive headphone cable, the Danacable Lazuli Nirvana is up there. This particular review sample has a 4-pin XLR to 1/4″ adapter, which is an additional $1,000 – so effectively a $4,500 headphone cable (!).
So, who in their right minds would pay for these?
In life, we’re all chasing experiences – and at times willing to pay large sums of money for it. This headphone cable is for someone who finds deep joy in the auditory experience. An audiophile who wants to unlock and appreciate the full potential of their headphones.
Also, unlike many headphone cable manufacturers, Danacable offers a 30-day trial. If the cables aren’t a good fit for you, you’ll get your money back. No questions asked. If that isn’t a show of confidence, I don’t know what is.
Purchasing: Danacable Lazuli Nirvana ($3,495)
Special Introductory Offer: Get free shipping and $500 off your order when placed before April 1, 2019.
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Hey Jay, it would be nice if you compare Danacables vs Norne Audio cables 1 day. Cheers.
There are some cables with single core design to eliminate eddy current effect like Wireworld & acoustic-revive. You will love them and hope you tried it
I appreciated your review; can your evaluations also apply to Focal Utopia? Thank you.
Pretty sure it will.
Thanks Jay! These look to be great and might even best the Norne. I echo the request to compare these to the Norne Audio cables. I've used the highest end Norne Draug Silver on 4 sets of headphones: The Audeze LCD3f (the Norne was way better than the stock cable in every respect), the Focal Utopia (the Norne was way better than stock cable, but perhaps maybe not a perfect tonal match), the Audeze LCD4z (the stock cable was actually better than the Norne Draug silver), and the Sony MDR Z1R (the Norne was way better than the stock cable). It's amazing how much difference the headphone cable can make and how dependent it is on the headphones (and DAC/amp). In my case, the DAC/amp is Chord Dave and MScaler.
Since you're time of reviewing this cable have you got the chance to compare the Nirvana to the Prion4? I feel like the Prion4 woul give it a run for its money at $1300 less. Curious to hear your thoughts.
I could only speak from memory but the Prion4 was more resolving and possibly quieter but the Nirvana was warmer and fuller.
Honestly I'll tell you who will buy these a millionare with money to burn that's it. No normal person would spend this amount on a headphone cable. It's insane.... I don't care if your in a constant state of orgasm with these cables ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS
But a headphone cable? NO WAY. I'm can almost bet money on how many they will sell... ready for it ... ready for it... ZERO.
I think this industry is going insane and the markups are getting out of hand. I don't care about his tedious labor what are you paying these people 100/hr ? Have them made in taiwan... not China... .. and reduce the cost...
I felt like vomiting when I saw this......
Honestly I'll tell You it's always the same with people who can't afford things they are eager to have. You should better not bet on ZERO, I bought one.