I like the AZ holograms, but preferred the Au24 and Purist Venustas in my system (they cost a bit more, but you may be able to get them used within your budget). Of course, results are system and ear dependent. I used the AZs between a spectron amp and VSA Vr 5 HSE's, listening mostly to rock, jazz and funk. I thought they were airy and had good range but I preferred the others, which, to my ears, seemed to have more clarity.
Acoustic Zen Speaker Cables
Once again I call on Audiogoners for advice. Other equipment decisions were easy compared to this one. Been reading for months on speaker cables to determine the best fit for my system. Look to spend about $1,000 new/used. Need about 12'.
System: Merlin VSM-M with McIntosh SS amp & tube preamp. At the top of my current list are Acoustic Zen Satoris or Halogram IIs. Any comments? Not seen many reviews of AZ speaker cables with Merlins. Good match??? Thanks, Jim
System: Merlin VSM-M with McIntosh SS amp & tube preamp. At the top of my current list are Acoustic Zen Satoris or Halogram IIs. Any comments? Not seen many reviews of AZ speaker cables with Merlins. Good match??? Thanks, Jim