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Interconnect recommendations, please

I've recently revamped my system with a new integrated amp (Teac AI-2000) and new DAC (Burson DA-160). Overall I'm really happy with the changes and now am looking to find the right ICs to dial the sound the rest of the way in...

Specifically I'd like to find some ICs that will bring out a bit of high-end sparkle, inner detail, and air/openness to the sound.

My current ICs are Cardas Quadlink 5C so I'm looking for ideas that would provide a relative improvement over those in the areas noted above. Budget is about $150-$200 for a 1M pair, new or used.

Thanks in advance for your suggestions!
tlhiii
mjmch2003
243 posts
 
Cool, I've had that same cable-the Kimber; believe I was using it with a pair of Monitor Audio Silver 5i's at the time.

I'm looking forward to reading your thoughts on your new ICs..!
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philjolet
2,306 posts
 
I used to own the MA3 it is very neutral detailed and extended

yin and yang compared to Cardas I am sure

enjoy!
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stringreen
6,475 posts
 
No one can recommend a cable for your system. All cables react differently to different systems. Get some that can be returned and listen yourself.
whmuckley
12 posts
 
Try Anti-Cables, extremely reasonable pricewise, and are very revealing of the source. I find them to be quite musical. Need some break-in time, but there's a 30 day trial period.
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mattmiller
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Cardas are some of THE MOST COLORED cables I have ever heard. Go with the Morrow Audio cable it is transparent.
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