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Alternate interconnect to Cardas Neutral Reference

I'm currently using Cardas Neutral References in my system and I'm finding them kind of dull and unemphasizing. They do have a nice warm and neutral sound to them. However, I'm looking for an interconnect that has more definition, clarity and is musical. My current set-up is:

Conrad Johnson MV-60 amp
Conrad Johnson Premier 16LS pre
Musical Fidelity Tri-Vista SACD
Dynaudio Special 25's
PS Audio P500 A/C conditioner

So far I've been considering Audience AU24, or Audioquest Cheetah. I'm open to suggestions or recommendations...
hanzy1095
s23chang
620 posts
 
After audition over 50 inteconnects, these are my choices:
Between amp and preamps:
NBS classic line MK II version: Statement, professional, master, signature and king serpent.
Between source and preamp: Stealth Audio cables M-21 special, XLO limited.
hanzy1095 OP
1 posts
 
Thanks to everyone for their insight so far. I probably should have specified that my total budget for interconnects would be $1,000. I would prefer to buy used as someone pointed out earlier that you can get more for your money.
sonic_genius
528 posts
 
Pure Note Cerulean http://www.purenote.com

Excellent clarity, definition, focus and at a fair price.
s23chang
620 posts
 
Yes, if you're in no hurry then used NBS is worth a wait.
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