Better than AQ Midnight + Speaker Cables?


I recently purchased AQ Midnight + speaker wire on Agon after reading rave reviews or Audio Review. Specifically that they added tremendous bass, warmth, yet still retained upper end detail and bite.

Well after purchasing some on Agon for around $150 shipped, I can tell you that most of what was said above is true. It imparts incredibly powerful bass, more authority to the sound, more warmth overall, but fully extended high's with plenty of detail at the same time.

Yes, they added a bit of a veil, but to get more system warmth I'll accept some veiling. So what don't I like?

I love the improvement in bass output, timbral realism, and overall naturalness and authority. What I'm not as crazy about is a kind of forwardness or edginess. I'm looking for the basic attributes of the AQ Midnight plus's but with a smoother, less assertive overall presentation.

Has anyone that's heard these recommend something along the same lines with a bit more of a refined sound?
larryb
I guess I've talked myself up to about $500 on Agon for speaker wire. Does that change any of your recommendations?
Thanks again.
Telia, thanks for your very detailed response. I'm using an all solid state system (Cary Audio Home Theater gear). Maybe the JPS would be best for me then?
Yes, I think the JPS and AlphaCore Goertz are probably two you should look into.

If you are interested in the JPS, please contact me, as I can provide you with a VERY interesting way to get this cable at a most reasonable cost.
Has anyone tried the Analysis Plus? They're supposed to be non-fatiguing and excellent for the price. Again, this is for a solid state system with high sensitivity speakers.
Has anyone compared Cobalt Cable? I am having some issues with my system sounding way too bright and harsh. I don't know if it is my Outlaw Audio 950 or my cables?