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Which interconnect cable to upgrade first

Hi,  just a hopefully simple question.   I'm considering upgrading my interconnect cable in my digital system which looks like this:

Network Streamer -> Preamp -> Power Amp

If I were to only upgrade one cable, which one should I upgrade first?   The one from source to preamp, or the one from preamp to power amp.   IOW, which will give me bigger bang for the buck.

Any suggestions, opinions, advices, or experiences are appreciated.   Thanks very much.

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ghdprentice
7,222 posts
 

What equipment do you have?

soix
9,730 posts
 

looking for better soundstage and a tiny bit warmer sound without top end harshness.

If you really want significant improvements in these areas, try this AZ Silver Ref ll.  It’s half price here, so if it doesn’t work out you can sell for little/no loss, but I’ve used these for years and think you’ll be thrilled with the results. 

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649798116-acoustic-zen-silver-reference-rca-one-meter/

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xcool OP
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thanks @soix I’ll take a look.  

@ghdprentice here’s my setup:

Lumin T2 -> Parasound JC2 -> Parasound JC5 

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roxy54
8,053 posts
 

I upgrade closest to the source.

jdub39
497 posts
 

Going against the grain here but I find better cables from preamp to amp the critical link therefore deserving your best IC's there!

Nice on the JC2 can't wait to get mine to mate with my JC5

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