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Hi all,
Not looking for recommendations specifically for a particular model of speaker cable, but looking to start by considering the companies themselves. I have a budget of $700 for a used set of 8ft pair of cables. My speakers are DIY Peerless and Sb tweeter 3 way hybrid open baffles. I want to try to avoid the cable-merry-go-round and go with a company the is generally highly regarded for making good stuff (low risk). I am considering Analysis Plus, JPS Labs. The only reason I am not considering the ultra small manufacturers is because I want to have the ability to sell later if need be and some of the really small guys don't have the recognition yet. Any additional manufacturers recommendations are welcomed
jimbones
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jazzonthehudson
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I second Purist Audio, maybe you are lucky to pick up an used pair of Venustas slightly above your budget. HiDiamond is well rounded and their D7 falls into your budget.
Both are excellent, no fatigue at all.

Re NordOst, I would try their current version to avoid the sharp edges they sometimes display. Heimdall(2) may indeed be the sweet spot for you.

AS you have DIYed your own speakers, I trust you use prime quality parts for the cross over, otherwise I would (re)start there.
jimbones OP
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Jazz, absolutely!! UPOCC wire, Jantzen coils and caps, Cardas Solder and solid copper posts etc.

The one advantage i have is since these are my speakers i can tailor the sound if it is too hot on the high end or mids. etc.
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jazzonthehudson
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Caps have the highest impact and one should buy the best ones can afford (Mundorf Silver/Gold/Oil is also an alternative, Duelund being the best and most expensive), then binding posts, then resistors if one wants to go all the way. I haven't replaced coils yet.

Very important and often neglected is isolation under the speakers. My vote goes to Symposium for best value for money and Stillpoints Ultra SS or Five for the best results.
jimbones OP
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OK Cabledyne order is in. I purchased the silver series. I hope they sound good. I would hate to have to return them. Should have them in a week.
omsed
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Detailed and smooth are not mutually exclusive, the answer is called "low distortion", which gives more true detail but also less fatigue and greater smoothness....on "smooth" sound sources.
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