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Most compatible speaker/interconnect and power cables with ARC ref system?

Hi guys

Some advice please. I have just joined Audiogon and would really appreciate some advice. I have 2 audio research Ref 250 amps, Ref 10 pre-amp, ref 9 CD player, Naim music server and a Cary 500 music streamer and transparent power conditioner. My speakers are sonus faber Ellipsa SE's which were developed using this ARC ref system. I would very much like to get the most out of the system, as I love the warmth of the valves and the transparency of the sound. Anyone have a similar setup or just have advice on most compatible speaker cables and interconnects, and which interconnects are the most critical? Does the power cable make such a big difference to warrant the high price of some of them? Some articles seem to rubbish expensive power cables and say it makes the least difference of all.

luvmyarc
knghifi
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luvmyarc 

ARC use Sain Line Systems Cables to voice their components.   Contact Chris for cable to demo in your system.   He offers a 30 days home trial.

Many ARC owners use Shunyata PCs.  I was using them on my ARC Ref250SE.  It sounds very good but sold them and will look for something different when amp rotates back in system for the winter.   Sain Line is on my short list of cables to demo.

BTW, everything makes a difference.  Please replaced the stock fuses with Synergistic Black in all your ARC components and you can thank me later.    Do one component at a time and will be amazed on the improvements.  One of the best ROI in audio.    GL!
adg101
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Agree completely on the SR Black fuses. Don't even mess with the Reds; go straight to the Blacks.
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davidpritchard
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I would suggest discussing ARC cables and power cords with Audiogoner oregonpapa. He uses ARC and is a true expert with ARC cabling.

I also suggest replacing the stock fuses and the A/C wall outlet used with Synergistic Research Black fuses and their Black outlet. Both are sold with a 30 day return policy. Give your wonderful system the foundation it deserves to fully shine.

David Pritchard
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oregonpapa
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Nice system.  It deserves the best you can afford in the cabling department. 

I agree ... call ARC and find out what Warren uses in the listening evaluation room. 

In the meantime, call Ray at Von Gaylord Audio and talk to him about his cables. They're not cheap, but not the most expensive by any means. Ray's cables let the music flow with a natural, organic beauty. 

http://vongaylordaudio.com/beta/cabling/

Also ditto on the Synergistic Research Black fuses. AND ... you don't want to pass up trying their cables either. Their Level 3 PC's are truly a great product. 

http://highend-electronics.com/collections/synergistic-research


gpgr4blu
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I've seen Shunyata, Sainline and Transparent at different times in the ARC listening rooms. Of course, that does not mean that others might not be better. I've tried Shunyata and Sainline cables and both are excellent with ARC. Service at both companies is outstanding. Of course, at Sainline--you deal directly with Chris Sain. I have not experimented with Transparent.
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