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Replacement for Nordost Cables in my system?

Hi,

My system is as follows:
VPI Scout/JMW9 (hopefully upgraded to a VPI Classic soon)
Whest PS.30R Phono Stage
Musical Fidelity A5CR Pre Amp
2xMusical Fidelity A3CR Power Amps bi-wired
ProAc D15 Speakers
Nordost Red Dawn Speaker Cable
Nordost SPM/Red Dawn Interconnects

I like my system but I'm a bit disappointed with the slight harshness in the top end, especially in reproduction of sibilance so I'm considering selling my expensive Nordost Cables to replace them with cables that suit my system better. If I spend less then that money would be used for future upgrades.

I listen mostly to Indie and rock/pop
Initial research suggests that VdH may be a better match, any suggestions ?

Thanks in advance.
ecosse_011172
mjglo
127 posts
 
Maybe sort your turntable out first, it's better to make one change at a time. Maybe do some research here, I've read posts here recently about VPI and harsh top end. Wires can reveal other problems in your rig.

Good luck,
Mike
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bander
504 posts
 
I second the ASI liveline recommendation.
coxhaus
231 posts
 
I thought you already owned SPM cables. I saw them in your list. I would not buy them either just for a test. If you have at least one pair of SPM then use them at the source. Try connecting the SPM pair to your CD player instead of the Red Dawn. I think connecting the source has a bigger impact than the pre to the amp.
ecosse_011172 OP
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@Coxhaus - I have been using the SPM cable between my turntable and Phono Amp, it was previously used with my CD Player.
coxhaus
231 posts
 
I would then try to borrow some different speaker cables to try. Speaker cables will probably make a bigger difference in sound than interconnects any way. If you don't have anybody local try John at the cable company. There fees are fairly small. John is who I use. I have rented many different cables and saved money not buying.
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