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

To jafant,  I did not dismiss your recommendation of the Audience cabling.  I have been generously bombarded by cable options (some) which appear less expensive 

However, scroll back to Almarg's comments about the Jensen Transformer as possibly the best solution. Also, I noted in my response to Stringreen's last sentence of his comments which may add to Almarg's position or not. Neither eliminates Audience cable as an option, nor the cardas adapters. 

Usually, when  their are many options as noted above,  I have to step away to clear my head.   I think this is a good strategy until after the New Year arrives.   Thanks,  SJ