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Cables Suggestions for My System?

Hey out there,

I am lost in the cable jungle, and I can't make out which way is up. I don't know which cable way I have to go and it's not exactly easy to audition these things. Can you help me?

This is my setup:

Pathos Logos Integrated Amp (likely keeping this one)
Cayin A-100T Integrated Amp
Benchmark DAC (thinking about a PS Audio Digital Link III)
Rega Apollo CDP
Salk HT-1 monitors

I have several Audience PC's and one Virtual Dynamics David PC. IC's are primarily Audience Maestros and one AZ Silver Byte digital IC (between the CDP and DAC).

The weak link IMHO is that my speakers cables are 13' Zu Wax cables.
I don't hear a huge differences between cables but I figure now is the time for an upgrade. Given a budget of up to $750 (new or used) I need suggestions.

If it helps, I'm more of a jazz listener with a emphasis on vocals and brass instruments. Thanks!

MB
mightyburner
mightyburner OP
30 posts
 
Tvad - Your likely right but I have heard subtle differences. My previous system was very (emphasis on very) entry level and I was using some generic Monster cables. After upgrading everything but the speaker cables I got the Zu Wax cables. There was, at least to me, a noticeable difference. Clarity was much improved and the soundstage seemed to opened open up a little. I've already added some acoustical treatments which quite honestly was my best investment to date. Now seems like the time to to start upgrading my cables (albeit slowly).

To start I've already begun to research the cables suggested by the other posters but would always appreciate more input.

Thanks!

MB
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audphile1
4,986 posts
 
AZ Hologram II cna be had for less than $500 depending on length. Very nice cable. Easy to resell too.
stvncar
36 posts
 
if you're going the anti-cable route, just go to your local electric motor repair shop and buy some 12 guage magnet wire, or thicker if you can get it. terminate the ends yourself and save a bundle over the "anti-cables". try the MAC speaker cables here on audiogon. they are inexpensive, but sound excellent.
jallen
502 posts
 
The Cardas cables never fail to sound musical. If you want Cardas, look at the Cross, Twinlink or Quadlink.
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