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Cable suggestions for new system?

I have, with the help of a number of very generous audiogoners, finally arrived at a system I like: Creek Classic 5350 SE Integrated, Rotel 1072 CD Player, and B&W 703 speakers. Currently I have inexpensive Transparent speaker cables and interconnects, and as I've heard others describe these as "cloudy", I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions re: what might work better toward achieving an overall balance of warmth and detail.
Thanks!
stuartk
stuartk OP
174 posts
 
Ryder: actually, to my very treble-sensitive ears the Creek amp is not bright at all, in combination with the Rotel. With these components, I wouldn't want to use a less detailed speaker than the B&W's.
Thorman and Tvad: I will look into your cable suggestions. Thanks!
tvad
9,467 posts
 
Stuartk, they are both very good. The Cardas Golden Cross is the warmest cable in the Cardas line, and it is warmer than the Venustas but at the expense of some air and extension, IMO. The Cable Company usually has both the Cardas Golden Cross and Purist Audio Venustas in their cable lending library.
clio09
2,978 posts
 
I also like the RSAD cables. They are well constructed and provide a nice transparent and smooth presentation. Lately, I have also been enjoying the Oritek X-1 and X-2 cables. The X-1s are an excellent value for the price.
stuartk OP
174 posts
 
Tvad: "cable lending library"? Never heard of that-- just another example of why audiogon is so valuable. Thanks, Tvad! Does anyone have experience with the low-cost Cobalt cables???????
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