Cincy_bob, what Argyro is saying is that it is best to have a very revealing source, and then you mask it downstream with cables, speakers, amps, et al.
As I said before, there are many ways to accomplish good sound.
Some, like Argyro, prefer a true source and 'smoothing' cables and/or speakers. Others may choose more 'true' speakers and cables, but want a more 'smoothing' CDP.
Bottom line is we all are seeking the same grail, but have different means of approaching it.
Cheers,
John
As I said before, there are many ways to accomplish good sound.
Some, like Argyro, prefer a true source and 'smoothing' cables and/or speakers. Others may choose more 'true' speakers and cables, but want a more 'smoothing' CDP.
Bottom line is we all are seeking the same grail, but have different means of approaching it.
Cheers,
John