Budget balanced IC recommendations

Cobalt Cable is about the same price as Signal cables. Cobaltcable.com, for more money but still in your price range (used) Harmonic Technology Truth-link is very good cable.

Another vote for Signal Cable, I must admit they are exceptional for the price, thanks for your input Triumph.

I have never listened to a silver IC, Copper only. I read that they are somewhat more airy, or open on the top, but sometimes weak on the bottom. I might just buy some just to give 'em a listen. For $65.00 shipped, at audiopartsinc.com, thats a steal.

You couldnt be more right, Mbreeze2, I didnt even think about Tara Labs, I did when shopping for speaker cable, but not ICs, they manufacture quality products.

Thats a heck of an offer John. I might just take you up on that. You hit the proverbial nail on the head... SYSTEM, SYSTEM, SYSTEM, its so dependent on not just that, but the ears of the beholder as well. Thanks so much for info on your evaluation, and selection of cables, that helps a ton.

I have looked at the Cobalt website. I have a Cobalt digital coax cable, it works well. I have been considering a Cobalt component video cable, but thats another story. Thanks Sogood51.

I see another thread, here in cables, about the best cable purchase. Several folks voted for Pure Note. Some even said they bested the mighty Valhalla. Any thoughts? Pure Note has a sale on currently, 33% off website orders. This is out of budget, but, maybe they will scratch my persistent upgrade itch. What am I saying, its the itch thats half the fun. I just need a second job.

the coincident cst interconnect goes for $150 to $170.

it is a wonderfull cable that is very transparent and a little pushed ( i mean the tiniest amount) back in the top end.

hope that helps !!

Mike

Thanks everyone for their input, it is most appreciated.

Now begins the evaluation phase.

I will repost when I have chosen. Thanks again guys.

All right I know no one mentioned them but.....Harmonic Technology Pro-silway mkIII, they sound really good...although a little out of budget at $350.00

What do you guys think about these?

In my system they sound tight and articulate with bass, very nuetral and involving with the mids, and surprisingly, since this is a hybrid silver/copper IC, very detailed and airy without too much brightness on the top.