Audioquest vs Analysis Plus?


I'm looking for a set of 10-foot bi-wire speaker cables at a modest price (thinking 500-800, but less would be welcome) ... I have been looking at audioquest rocket 88 and analysis plus oval 12. Anyone have experience with either of these? Any other bi-wires in this price range I should check out? 

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I will somewhat disagree with pops (sorry Jerry). I do agree that AP presents nice clarity and bottom end. I like their tonality, I would say neutral. Not too warm, but not bright either.
However, in my opinion, the stage is more than just slightly forward, it is VERY forward. AP and the now discontinued Virtual Dynamics stood out in my system as the most forward cables I've ever heard. I would say front row perspective versus 10th row.
I bought a used pair of Solo Crystal Oval 8, and sold them about two weeks later. I do realize that some folks like that immediate presentation, while I prefer a more relaxed, mid-hall presentation.

If you want the excitement of being in the front row, then maybe the AP is the cable for you. Of your two choices, I would recommend Audioquest. I would not say the AQ is laid back, but not forward either.
Tonally AQ is similar to AP. The AP perhaps has a tad more bottom, while the AQ a bit more  extension in the highs.
pops, we aren't so different. I did agree with your take on the AP tonality, which I did like.

As well as telling us about the equipment (nice gear by the way), how about telling us about your personal tastes? What are you trying to accomplish? As you probably know, no cable has it all. Some are warmer sounding, some will like the musicality, some will complain of the sluggishness and lack of detail. Some cables are more revealing, some will enjoy more definition, some will complain that these cables are bright and thin sounding. 

So, are you looking for musicality or resolution? Understand that as you get more of one, you lose more of the other.

I like dorkwad's recommendation too. Amadi cables are very good bang for the buck, and sometimes the best route is a better quality cable with a nice jumper as opposed to biwiring.
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