Acoustic Zen Matrix Reference II vs. Absolute Copper IC's

The A. Copper IC's sound fairly dark in my system, so I'm experimenting with different power cords, footers and will also try combining them with a pair of the Silver Reference IC's (via the Lokius EQ). If these strategies do not pan out, I will have to try a different brand.

I did combine Silver Ref (DAC to pre) with Matrix Ref (pre to amp) and it was a really nice combo.  Best of both worlds kinda.  Mix n match might well be your solution. 

@soix;

Yes--I will definitely try that

I put the Symposium roller block Jr's. under the Hegel and this is yielding a good balance of warmth and resolution, so far. 

I think you’re right to stick with AZ and just search for the right combo.  IME, AZ cables are very natural sounding and actually a Big Bang for the buck.  I’d be surprised if a combo of AC and Silver Ref wasn’t the magic bullet.  Please let us know what u find, but I have a high confidence factor ur gonna find the “magic zone” with your AZs.  

I'll try what you've suggested tomorrow and see how it sounds.