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Budget Balanced Interconnects

I'm looking for a pair of reasonably priced, balanced interconnects to run between a BAT VK30 pream and an ARC VT100mk2 amplifier. Probably need about 3m length. Used or new - doesn't matter, but don't really want to spend more than $300. I'm wondering about Innersound cables, which are really reasonable ($80 up to 10 feet). Anyone know these? In general, I do like the Harmonic Tech truthlink IC's. Can I reterminate a pair of speaker cables into balanced IC's (perhaps add shielding???). Thanks for your input!
peter_s
subaruguru
1,376 posts
 
Canare mic cable (the better one) is amazingly good PRO stuff for peanuts. Doesn't do anything wrong, and is neutral and quite-high rez. Next up is Nordost for more top octave glitz.
sugarbrie
3,854 posts
 
I agree with looking at Pro Audio mic cables. Not fancy, but very effective.
peter_s OP
1,348 posts
 
The InnerSound XLR cables use professional studio cables, and you can't beat the price!
thebrock
8 posts
 
Hi Peter, small world this place called Audiogon. I just picked up a pair of Nordost Blue Heaven XLR's for about $115 to run between the VK-50SE and the VK-500. I want to see if there will be a significant difference without the adapters. I'll let you know how it sounds. Good luck on your search.

Bernard.
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