My system sounds a bit too forward with the AZ S. Reference and when I tried the AZ Absolute Copper, the sound became excessively dark and somewhat recessed.
I'm wondering whether the Matrix Reference II's might split the difference.
What I've found is that as resolution increases, differences in CD sound quality become more evident. The Lokius was acquired as a way to address this issue.
I run Matrix balanced IC cables in my system where ever I can- amp/pre; phono stage/pre; dac/pre. Electronics are Pass (XP20/X250.8). Speaker cables areAZ Hologram II. Very pleased with this set up.
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