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Signal vs. Audio Art vs. Speltz Anti? Need help...

I'm looking to get an interconnect cable (between int. amp and cd player) and speaker wire at a budget. Has anyone compared two or all three of these brands? Has anyone heard anything better at the $100 and under range outside of these brands (that has compared them to any of these brands)?

I'm intentionally not mentioning what my system comprises (partially because I haven't bought the components yet), but mostly because I'm just looking for general comparisons and otehr people's experiences. Also, to circumvent anyone trying to tell me that it's all individual based on my system, I understand that, and for those who want to tell me to audition them first, I just don't have the patience for it. I just want to buy some cables based on general recommendations. If I'm really unhappy with them, I can try and upgrade or switch later on. No offense anyone, just being honest and trying to keep things simple. Any advice would be much appreciated.

Thanks!
soulgoober
jwatusi
3 posts
 
The Audio Art IC 3's are the best IC's under $100....BAR NONE.

They are not overpriced like other cable companies because of R&D. Talk to Rob and he will take care of you.

I would not use Signal cables in my system if they were free (I have and returned both their ic and pc.)
soulgoober OP
50 posts
 
Thanks Jwatusi. When I posted I was leaning towards Audio Art based on my resarch, though I'd still like to hear from others too.
ssglx
203 posts
 
I've had good results from Signal Cable's Analog II IC. Not as good with the Speltz IC.
arthursmuck
447 posts
 
at that price point check out koolcables.com Soundbolts, definitely worth a listen....
bigamp
216 posts
 
I've never heard Art Audio or Signal, but I'll give my 2 cents on Speltz, which I have in my system now. They provide a great amount of detail and won't give you a thin or lean sound (probably because they're all copper). But they are noticeably susceptible to EMF and static, so placement is important.
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