Looking for the right interconnect

YES the proper interconnects will make a world of difference. Do not waste your time with inferior wire anywhere. I have learned this the hard way, by spending my money and time starting with Nordost Blue Heaven (and similar quality wire) and have even thought of selling my speakers or changing other components because I did not achieve the results I was looking for.

Finally I have seen the light, I have just purchased some Acoustic Zen interconnects (Matrix Reference and WOW) and I can not believe the increase in my stereo's performance. I know this has been said quite often about these wires so I will be brief. The performance of my stereo has apparently doubled. Everything from tone to low level nuance to dynamic range to soundstage and focus has improved, my amplifier seems to have doubled in power and control. I mention the AZ because I do recommend them but they might not be your special nirvana so keep trying.

I feel I made a mistake not having done this sooner and hopefully you can find as good a match and happiness.

I recommend you find the wire that matches your system and do not settle for just good. I bet with your stereo you can get quite excellent sound with everything matched properly.

Ha! I'm building an entry-level system for a good friend from the new NAD C541i to the same Audio Refinement Complete, to baby Spendors. I just bought him Blue Heaven, and maybe a Kimber Silver Streak to start (tuner to amp too).
Hope our results are better than Philjolet's!
I suspect that resolution won't be a problem, but that open-highway leanness might be. Any suggestions for a sub-$100 used detailed but WARMER cable if we need one?
Harm Tech Truthlink is my favorite rounded cable for FM birdies, etc., but at $150 used it's a stretch....
Thanks.

If you like the Analysis Plus 12's, why not go with Analysis Plus IC's? The copper ovals (which I have with the 12's in my system)are great! Also, consider the synergies between the two...

Matty

Subaruguru

I just tried some Alpha Core Tourmaline ($87 new) and I thought they had better tone than the Blue Heaven though not as detailed, fucused or nuanced, I agree the Blue Heaven is very detailed but the WOW are letting a lot more detail thru.

I know this is probably hard to belive but on my system it is clearly true.

Wombat 3
the Kimber Hero got a rave review in TAS. They have been highly regarded for a few years now and are known for their bass performance and nice tone. You can buy them used for about $75