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Searching for Line Conditioner and Speaker Cables

Hi!
I'm in preperation of buying my first real hi fi system; a NAT Utopia pre-amplifier and a pair of NAT SE2SE monoblock amplifiers. Also, along with these components, the Ayre QB9 DAC. I'm currently using a pair of Monitor Audio GS10 speakers. The profits from my work will offer me the chance to upgrade speakers however this won't be for a while. Finally, I need to consider quality speaker cables and an excellent line conditioner. As well, maybe a very good tuner. Cables, line conditioner and tuner can all be pre-owned if each one is in very good condition. Does anyone have any suggestions. Also, are there any considerations that I ought to be aware of with respect to this project? It's going to be a fun project!
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uru975
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For conditioners I have a strong appreciation for Sound Applications, as I own one. Check out their web site and look in the archives, for more on them as well as others.
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Will do, thanks!
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Do you need surge protection in your line conditioner? Some conditioners offer this, others do not. Shunyata and Running Springs both do, the MajikBuss (see the glowing threads on AudioCircle on this one) for example does not.

And what sort of price range do you think will be ideal?

And the number of outlets needed?

I have had each of the brands mentioned above in my system, and all made audible improvements with my gear. All have units below $1000 new, and can be found for less used (though the MajikBuss/UberBuss family doesn't show up used too often).

Speaker cable wise, you have a number of interesting options. Anti-cables are a great deal and are deserving of the praise that they get. I have also recently purchased Zu Mission cables which sound great with my Zu speakers (Postive Feedback actually has two recent reviews of these cables).

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY: It all comes down to synergy. What works best with your system. Find ways to try out different options to see what works best with your equipment and to your ears.
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