Speaker cable upgrade

"If it makes sense to you, though, then it should not matter one bit to anyone else..."

Sorry Karelfd, but if someone asks a question of A'goner's about the wisdom of spending $8000 on cables, I think they might be after a little more than that.

Ledinhhien, I suggest you heed Rodman's advice; audition these cables (burnt-in) VERY CAREFULLY against your current cables. Personally, I think $8000 is an absurd amount to charge for speaker wire, even if you have that sort of cash. There would have to a be a distinct improvement to your ears to contemplate such a purchase, and I'd be looking at a few other options.

Just because something "makes sense to you" doesn't mean it's right, which is why many folks use this forum.

It made sense to Hitler to invade Poland too...

Are you in the US ?

Um how about telling us what speaker cables you're using and in what ways you're dissatisfied with them, rather than just telling us they cost $800? Also I'm pretty sure most would agree that there are no cut and dried numbers or ratio's in terms of how much cables should cost versus components. If I could offer just one piece of advise with cables it's to buy used, let someone else pay for their depreciation! Ok one more, listen in your system rather than looking at price tags. With used cables it's very easy to buy, listen, and flip until you get something you really love, and if you are smart and careful you can do this with minimal investment other than the initial purchase. Good luck but most of all happy listening!

I think $8000 for just one cable is pushing it. I'm using Stereovox Reference LSP-600C and I can't conceive that a much more expensive cable can bring more improvement. I think it will sound different, but that doesn't mean that is better in any aspect.

The Stereovox LSP-600C has an unbelievable clarity and tonal balance. I didn't think that a speaker cable could bring quietness to the sound until I had this cable in my system. It was as if I introduced a power conditioner to my system, and not a speaker cable. Music sounds eerily close to the real thing with excellent dynamic contrast.

I highly recommend to try a BURNED IN sample. In my experience, this cable takes longer than usual to burn in. Even if the cable has been used, it will take some time to settle in again if it has not seen a signal for a while. After it has settled in, the sound is simply glorious.

Best,

iSanchez

Maybe you should have someone evaluate your acoustic listening environment before plucking down the money for different speaker cables.