Mix & Match Interconnects

I use the same companies product but different quality levels depending on the situation. In my case, different versions of Purist Audio's products.

Since I am primarily a two channel guy, I cannot justify the "best" cable for side channels in HT set up. In other words, common sense and a balance of performance to value.

I have always sought out the best performer for the application.

I've mixed and matched quite a bit over the years, but I'm currently living happily with the synergistic sound of my whole system (2 channel only) wired with the same interconnect/speaker cable. The Tara Labs Decade.

I suggest using the best interconnects between your preamp and amp. This is the heart of your electronics. I find that you can get away with less between your cd player and the preamp. It's OK to mix companies, but you can probably achieve the most with one company.

My own experience parallels that of Jmcgrogan2. I have evolved to preferring the economical, single pricepoint, custom line of IC's, and Speaker cables from Audiogon member, Gregg Straley. There is synergy in them there hills, for sure. Great sound, modest cost, what's not to like? Plus, it's fun to have visitors unable to believe you spent so little, after their demo discs sound so good.