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Help in Interconnect cables

My system consists of: Digital Front End: Sony SCD-1 Pre-amp: ARC LS-2 Power amp: McIntosh MC-275 Speakers: Quad 989 Speaker Cables: FMS Microwave II I am looking for interconnects from SCD-1 to LS-2 and from pre to my power. Any suggestions? Also, I am thinking about upgrading my pre-amp, suggestions welcome.
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sugarbrie
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Preamp upgrade always a good investment. How much do you want to spend? If you want to try tubes, the Conrad Johnson PV-10 is worth a try. Line stage PV-10L, with phono PV-10A. I've played a lot with Pre/Power cables and it is hard to say what is best without listening. How about a pair (used) cheaper of Van Den Hul "The First" Very detailed yet still smoooooooth.
jcbtubes
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Sso1- For reasonably priced ICs, try the Coincident Speaker Technology cables. For higher level and cost, try the FIM Silver or Gold series. These are quite stiff, though. I'd suggest that you try some great power cords first, before you consider a pre-amp upgrade. Don't underestimate the improvement possible with great power cords (FIM Gold or Shunyata KC). Goodluck.
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ejlif
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I have recently done quite a few interconnect comparisons and I came away most impressed by a new cable the Silver Marina by Vantage Audio. Vantage is a great deal, about 250.00 for 1m XLR. Best of all they will send it to you and let you try it for 45 days and if you like it pay them, if not send back the cable. I think it easily betters Coincident, HT Pro Silway 2, AQ Diamond and Lapis, and TARA Master Gen 2. Unfortunately it is not better than the expensive cables such as Nordost Quattro Fil, but if you are looking for a lot of bang for the buch then Vantage is worth checking out. Contact Richard Vantageaudio.com
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