The new HMS Gran Finale 50 cables build upon the legacy of the legendary HMS series but have undergone a complete technical overhaul and modernization. Modern power supplies are more complex and hi-fi systems have become increasingly digital, placing higher demands on cable shielding and interference immunity – not to mention the introduction of entirely new connection types like USB and LAN. Since the company’s acquisition by the SILTECHGROUP, production has benefited from new software, new materials, and precision manufacturing. Yet, the series remains instantly recognizable: the new cables are substantial and premium in feel, featuring a simplified internal structure (thanks to monocrystalline copper) and the signature HMS “barrels.” Carbon shielding replaces the familiar ferrite cores, aiming to deliver a more open soundstage. The cables have also been more specifically tailored to their intended applications than the original series; depending on the type, HMS now employs varying copper grades, insulation materials, and conductor geometries – with the speaker cables dispensing with shielding entirely.
In listening tests, the Gran Finale 50 cables demonstrate one quality above all: transparency. They create a pitch-black background against which details – from the breathy attack of a saxophone to subtle bass lines – emerge with clarity. Regardless of the musical genre, they reveal the underlying structure of the music while maintaining a neutral sonic character. While they come at a premium price, they offer exceptional value and rank among the very best choices for systems where cabling is considered an integral part of the overall investment.
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