MiG: Mechanical Interface Grounding
MiG’s are sold three to a set
Our new MiG component footers deliver vast improvements to all systems. Based on our Acoustic ART System resonators, MiG’s (Mechanical Interface Grounding) re-tune a component’s mechanical resonance, while providing a lightning fast drain of mechanical energy to ground. The result is a much larger soundstage with a lower noise floor for blacker backgrounds. Other benefits include sweeter highs with extended air, a more layered and relaxed mid-range, and deeper, tighter bass. MiG’s are especially beneficial when improving the performance of digital components such as transports, D to A converters, CD players, and even digital clocks. MiG’s are a must audition for anyone seeking organic natural sound.
MiG’s are versatile and can be placed in different ways to fine tune your systems performance:
When two MiG’s are placed “round side up” and one MiG is placed “round side down” under a component, as illustrated in the above diagram, you hear a more ambient soundscape that is especially pleasing when room acoustics are somewhat “live” or undamped. You may also prefer this combination if you like a slightly more liquid presentation, or if you often listen to large orchestral works.
When two MiG’s are placed “round side down” and one MiG is placed “round side up” under a component, as illustrated in this diagram, you hear an immediate pin-point presentation of images. This combination is especially pleasing in rooms that are very damped, or for people who prefer intimate recordings, such as small scale Jazz.
Follow These Guidelines When Placing MiG’s in Your System:
When placing MiG’s in a digital system (CD player or two-box digital front end) follow these guidelines: First place three MiG’s under your TRANSPORT or CD PLAYER in the Pin-Point Configuration. Next listen in the Ambient Configuration. You should immediately notice a preference. If your system has a multi-box digital front end (D to A converter and transport), place a second set of MiG’s under your D to A converter in the same configuration you chose for your transport. Now place a set of MiG’s under your pre-amplifier, first in the combination you preferred under your digital component(s). If this does not immediately improve your system, try the opposite placement configuration. Lastly, place MiG’s under your amplifier(s) in the Pin-Point Configuration. Now call your spouse into the room- enjoy!
When placing MiG’s in an analogue system follow these guidelines: First place MiG’s in the Pin-Point Configuration under your phono pre-amplifier, or pre-amplifier if you have an integrated phono/line level pre-amplifier. Next, reverse placement to the Ambient position. You should experience an immediate preference. Next, if your turntable has a separate power supply (one that is not connected to your turntable) place a set MiG’s in the configuration you preferred under your phono-pre / integrated pre-amplifier. Now place a set of MiG’s under your line level pre-amplifier again in your preferred placement configuration. If you do not hear the same level of improvement you have experienced thus far, try the reverse placement option. Lastly, place MiG’s under your power amplifier(s) in the Pin-Point Configuration. Now call your spouse into the room- enjoy!
6 Responses
4.19.2010
Regarding the migs-I had asked if they will work on glass——-
well,they do. I hear what seems to be an overall richer
sound stage–perhaps “wider” if u will.I’m not going to lie and say
they have a drop dead audible difference-but there is a positive effect.
The problem is its like trying to get a hockey puck stay still
on ice–but it’s doable.They are somewhat effective—-
If i had a better rack besides the one i have with lousy glass shelves,I dont know how much of a difference would be heard……..
You asked for candid objectivity—–u got it
4.19.2010
I am submitting an addendum to my prior email about the migs.
I used them on my cd ‘Live in gadansk”-David Gilmour CD—
and the cd lit up the room. The difference here was outstanding
in terms of the soundstage being wider-sweeter—-richer sounding.
Maybe there is a more profound effect on certain recordings,but this was spectacular
I am convinced my friend–truely—try it yourself-play “shine on crazy diamond”
with migs in place——–WOW—-
6.1.2010
One more comment. I received a complementary set of 3 MiG’s from the Cable Company and with a great deal of skepticism put them under my bryston cd player, and was blown away by the ambient sound that it gave in my acoustically live room. I got goose bumps for the first time listening to my system. Keep up great work!!!
3.11.2011
I have been using a set of mig’s under my Wadia 781 for almost a year settling on the ambient setting I simply forgot about them, and enjoyed the music. Recently a non audiophile friend stopped by and commented on the “little chrome bowls” then proceeded to question my sanity. So after playing a few of his favorite tunes I removed the little bowls. Even I had forgotten how much they improved the sound of my system. much of what I had been enjoying had gone away the usual expansive soundstage including depth was greatly reduced. hearing the obvious improvement made a believer in him, and reinforced my opinion of the mig’s Highly Recommended.
7.7.2012
Do you recommend using MiGs under a subwoofer(15″)? If yes, bigger ones or smaller ones?
7.7.2012
Todd,
Yes we do recommend using MiGs under your subwoofer. From my experience I have found it opens up the sound stage and allows for more seamless integration of the subwoofer into the rest of the system. The main difference between standard and BIG MiGs will be a slightly brighter or more open presentation with the standard MiGs and a warmer, slightly darker balance with BIG MiGs. If you can, audition both and select the one you prefer in your system.
Yours in music,
Ted Denney III
Lead Designer, Synergistic Research Inc.