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Need recomendation for an IC to fill out and enrich the sound between amp and pre-amp.

Don't what level  to start looking for a quality IC compatible IC with a Conrad Johnson PV-14L pre-amp and a BAT amp to fill out the sound.  I opted for an all RCA pre-amp because I got a good deal on the CJ, and did not want to wait for a mixed BAT XLR and RCA pre-amp, or that of another brand.  I did a lot of looking over 4 months

So the advantage of lower noise using the XLR to XLR interconnect is no longer in play, and I am still using a Signal Audio Cable XLR to RCA to connect the amp to the pre-amp.  It cost about $59, not that price matters. It sounds good with the components, BUT, I think I can buy a much better  RCA to RCA  IC that will deliver a much fuller and richer sound.   As good as Signal Cable IC is, it seems to lack a fullness in the lower to middle midrange, and also the soundstage could be wider and deeper. 

I realize it could be the CJ pre-amp or the mix of CJ  which is 10 years old but was upgraded to the SE version Despite what I said, it sounds very good. 

Therefore, I would like recommendations for an interconnect that may accomplish what I described above before getting on "The Cable Company loaner library IC merry go round.  A  $200-$300 "USED" price range is my budget.   Thank you, SJ     

 

sunnyjim
erik_squires
16,122 posts
 
Whether XLR reduces noise or not has to do with how noisy things were in the first place. At short runs they will be identical in performance. Of course, some gear is balanced in such a way that XLR inputs make a difference in circuit behavior.

Try mid-range WireWorld. They have that balance. Slightly dark, with enhanced imaging.

Bet,

Erik
auxinput
2,920 posts
 
Ditto on the Wire World recommendation.  Since you are looking for a richer/fuller sound, I would avoid silver or silver-plated interconnects.  The Wire World Eclipse series is a good cable for you and it has excellent copper (OCC). 
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samac
499 posts
 
I'd suggest WireWorld as well; the Eclipse 7 or the Equinox 7. I've been very satisfied with WireWorld cables. I used the Analog 2 cable from Signal for many years. It is a great cable but in my system it exhibited leanness like you describe.

Cheers,

Scott
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