Cable Upgrade: Too much transparency

I could use advice about the best interconnect between my amp and preamp. I recently added Audioquest Cv 8 speaker cable and there was a dramatic improvement in clarity. I then added Audioquest Diamondback interconnect between the amp and preamp, and it seemed the harsh (in particular brass instruments in jazz). Did the cable create too much transparency? Will I get used to it and appreciate the clarity eventually? My system: Jm Labs Daline 3.1, Jolida 5t, Adcom GFA 545 II, Moon 100 D, Apple Airport Express. Thanks for any insight.