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Looking For 90% of the performane of the super expensive cables for much less money

I currently have a system which consists of Vandersteen 5A's, THor Audio TP-150 tubed monoblocks, Thor Line Stage and Thor phono stage, Marantz SACD player SA-114 and will take delivery of the VPI Prime Scout with a Sumiko EVOS 3 Cartridge. I am currently using LAT International Speaker Cables, Power Cords and Interconnects. (They are no longer in business). I am in immediate  need of turntable cables and would like to update my new speaker cables and interconnects. Not willing to spend thousands on this upgrade. Seeking to capture as much of the "magic" that the super expensive cables deliver but at a more realistic price point. I understand that I have really good quality equipment, but at this stage of my life cannot allocate mega dollars towards cables.
 Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 
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brayeagle
362 posts
 
elizabeth,

IMO, Mahler really didn't become a prominent composer (other than live performances) until stereo came into being.  Mahler's orchestration demands the capability to listen in "stereo," permitting the listener to hear the depth and distinctions among the instruments. Also, IMO, stereo permits a better dynamic range of recordings.  (My favorite is the  2nd, with Bernstein)
shadowcat2016
132 posts
 
GK

I'm new to these forums and only came here as a hobbyist looking to share what I may know something about and learn from others in areas where I have little personal experience.........lots of those.

I really think that you just get off poking people with a stick from the safety of your keyboard.......like the guy that flips people off in traffic and drives away............it's what you do and I doubt that it's appreciated by many.

Perhaps I'm wrong and maybe you're  a great guy with an odd sense of humor..............I'll give you the benefit of the doubt, but I really do see your presence here as a form of personal entertainment, sometimes at other peoples expense.

Feel free to reply.......or not, in any manner you wish. I don't actually give a Fk.

Enjoy your evening sir
glupson
7,842 posts
 
gosta,

"Someone got a cable that separates Dolly, Emmy and Linda clearly when they sing together?"
Do you really want that?

Also, what is the deal with having each instrument of an orchestra separate? Aren’t they playing together exactly for that reason? To play together and all the sounds merging?

As far as cheap cables go, Monster Cable, more length than three systems need, $20-30 per spool at the end of the previous century, still work just fine. If you do not obsess over it. They may do just fine when compared to more expensive cables, too, but I have not had a chance. It helps to have low expectations.
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stringreen
6,493 posts
 
KJL1065.....I have Vanderteen 5A's and have been experimenting with many, many cables.  ClearDay Cables are to these ears are as good as the very best, most expensive Wireworld cables.  I'm using double shotgun and couldn't be more pleased.  He will send you a pair with no obligation on a trial basis...you don't like them send them back.  It certainly is worth a listen.
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