Best cables for electrostats?

There are three things you want to look at in cabling for electrostats. First, you want a very coherent cable - one that takes into account the "skin effect". An electrostat can resolve extreme nuance, so you want to preserve the timing of the signal (with most speakers, this isn't a significant consideration). Second, you want a cable with very low inductance. That means no twisted wires. You see, because electrostats have a very low impedance at high frequencies (like 1 ohm or so), they are very sensitive to series inductance in the speaker wire. It only takes a little inductance to roll things off just a bit, and sudddenly you've lost some of the air and bloom your electrostats are capable of. The third thing you want is a cable with a neutral or warm tonal balance, as opposed to one that's a bit on the bright or thin side. If you want specifics, look for some used Magnan Signatures - you might find a pair in your price range. Next choice would be Magnan Reference, a bit over your price range new but right there used, if you can find it. Goertz or Analysis Plus Oval Nines also are very good with electrostats. With the JoLida, you might could get away with Nordost cabling - it can sound thin in some systems. Avoid cabling with networks (MIT, Transparent). If you're interested in the Magnan or Analysis Plus drop me a line - I'm a dealer for these brands. The only speakers I sell are electrostats, by the way.