Comments on: MiG: Mechanical Interface Grounding

By: Sheldon Simon

Sheldon Simon — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:15:35 +0000

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—-

By: Sheldon Simon

Sheldon Simon — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:14:56 +0000

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

By: Paul

Paul — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:34:18 +0000

The short version. The MiGs are well worth the price of admission.
The longer version.
I would define my system as high-end. Not crazy high end but definitely at the point where I have to spend exponential more money in order to get incremental increases in performance. I can tell when new audio gear is introduced to my system. That being said I don’t constantly change gear for the sake of doing so and can differentiate between “better” and “different”.
I am using three sets. One (pinpoint) under my Sony 777es, one set (ambient) under a Wyred4Sound stp-se, and a final set (pinpoint) under my Rotel 1090 amp. I initially started with my cd player and progressively added MiGs to the other components. They provided all the fun stuff we audiophiles are looking for….soundstaging, ambience,depth. bass, and detail but mostly they helped music sound more like the real thing.
Initially I was worried they might be a waste of money..that maybe they wouldn’t provide a enough of a difference to justify a purchase. My retailer offered a trial period so I decided to give them a try. On my lesser gear I use Vibrapods but on the above listed components, the MiGs replaced Ceraballs, and Roller Block Jrs. with upgraded tungsten carbide balls. Actually, when I ordered the MiGs I planned to purchase two sets but the salesman thought I wanted three. I contemplated calling to change the order but I figured I always could send a set back. Needless to say, I keep all three sets and all my previous footers have been replaced with the MiGs. The MiGs improved upon, even a system with footers, to easily justify their price. The seemed to make music sound more organic.
As a fun little side note, before I inserted the third set on my amp, I used it on my little Tivoli radio. I know it is a little on the excessive side but NPR has never sounded so good on that little radio. (pointpoint with two in the front, one in the back).
Fun stuff at a fair price!

By: argi

argi — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:25:44 +0000

Hello there
one power amp cinenova grande 7 chnls
one pre amp proc onkyo 5507
one audyssey sound equalizer
one adcom pr amp 555
one blu ray pioneer 91
one projector benq 5000.I have (audioquest sorbogel-cardas v blocks,ayre-taralabs cones-russ andrews woden cones-stillpoints-symposium couplers) -harmonix.So my racks (2) are from exelixis and the best sound (all over) comes from mig.its a bit better than symposium-litl more better than stillpoints.But costs about 150$ the stillpoints (in greece) costs 500 euros.I hope this helps

By: Tod

Tod — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:17:19 +0000

Argi,
What did you set the Mig’s / Stillpoints on? Were you using a Stillpoints rack? I’ve got custom maple shelves under my components (but wish I could afford a Stillpoints rack). I’m thinking of trying the Mig’s and am wondering if they will work in this configuration. Does anyone else have any experience with Migs and wood?

By: argi

argi — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:18:07 +0000

yes it does , I try side by side with symposium-stillpoints , and MIGs are better , with better price