AudioQuest vs Cardas XLR


Hello all,

Looking to upgrade my interconnects from my McIntosh C2700 to MC611 monoblocks. I am very interested in AQ Tbirds or Firebirds vs. Cardas Clear Beyond XLRs. I want an end-game cable and would appreciate some feedback. I'm open to any additional suggestions. I do enjoy the prodigious bass/midbass and the smooth midrange that the combo provides. It's a little light on top, though (as McIntosh is). I think Cardas and AQ will preserve my wishes, but is there anything out there that will keep my midrange/mid-bass/bass and improve upon the highs? I think I may be asking for too much, though! I would be very grateful for some direction. 

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Showing 1 response by audphile1

@spearl8 I’d also rather have a US made product, however, top models AQ are great cables.

@jeffreyw one cable comes ti mind that satisfies your sonic requirements is the Acoustic Zen Absolute Copper. It does most of what you’re looking for in the bass, mid bass and midrange and doesn’t round off the highs.