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I need cables for my 2 channel system

Hi all,

I find the cable discussion very confusing, and it's pretty tough to separate the snake oil from the substance. Here is my current system:

  • MacBook Pro (late 2016 - USB-C) --- <Generic Cheap USB Cable>
  • Mytek Brooklyn DAC+ --- <Monoprice Premium XLR> 
  • Rotel RC-1590 Preamp --- <Monoprice Premium XLR> (Runs to Headphone setup on Out2)
  • Rotel RB-1582mk --- <Monoprice Access Series 14 Gauge AWG CL2 Rated 2 Speaker Cable> 
  • B&W 805 D3
Notes
  • Considering getting an SBooster power upgrade for Mytek, but they aren't currently available (open to other options)
  • 805s will be replaced with 802 D3 at some point this year
  • Considering a different amp, if the Rotel doesn't pair well with the 802D3
  • I only listen to digital streaming music with this setup - usually Tidal
  • Occasionally use a Yamaha WXC-50 to AirPlay to the Mytek

Happy to hear any advice about the system, but in particular cabling. I am not looking to break the bank, but if there is substantial improvement to be had for a few hundred dollars, I'd love to hear suggestions. I am not, however, looking super expensive cables and cords. As for sound, I do love the sound of the 805 (and 802 when I've heard it), so I'm not looking to make some radical change to the sound signature. Just more of the awesome I already hear. Thanks!
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rotorooter
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BTW Since we are talking about this, I understand from forums that the best improvement I can make to my Mojo is adding a power supply.  The problem I read was that the cost of the power supply would make the mojo no longer as big a bargain. It would push it up against units that would best it. Any ideas on power supplies that wouldn’t 
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hifiman5
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Here is the link at Moon Audio.  If its cable they make it!  https://www.moon-audio.com/audio-cables/usb.html
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jafant
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mayoradamwestNice system. Transparent Audio cabling is a sonic match for Rotel / B&W speakers. Keep us posted on which brand(s) purchased.
Happy Listening!
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mayoradamwest OP
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@jafant thanks!

I also sent this same question to The Cable Company to get their feedback. I just have a hard time justifying spending more on cables than the Preamp (new is $1900). 
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ghosthouse
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Mayor - a caution...
I've not had much success getting responses to emails sent to The Cable Co.  Maybe that is just me.  On the other hand, dialing in and talking direct to one of their sales people (Stephen, usually for me) has worked very well.  They've been very generous with their time.  Good luck.
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