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Cardas spkr. cables: Quad vs. Cross vs. Golden Cr

For various reasons I've decided on getting a used pair of (bi-wire) Cardas speaker cables. I'm debating between the $$$ & sound trade offs of Quad, Cross, & Golden Cross (if I really stretch for the latter). So far the best speaker cables I've owned are DH Labs T14 (what I'm using now).

Rest of my system consists of ARC VT100 MK II, VTL pre-amp, CAL CL-25, & Rega P25. My speakers: well, right now I'm alternating between my B&W M802 S3's, & my Merlin TSM-M's......so I'd like to get cables that would sound great with either speakers, (while I decide which to keep in my main system), if that is possible.

I have a chance to get an almost new pair of Cardas Quad at a pretty good price right now.........wondering if I should go for it, or hold out for Cross or Golden Cross.
Any advice would be appreciated!
steveaudio

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phild
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I went from some regular 12g Vampire Wire to the Quad, and eventually upgraded to a used pair of Golden Cross. Each step was a noticable, worthwhile improvement. I'd hold out for the Golden Cross, but they are quite a bit more expensive than the others. If it means waiting years, you should probably buy the Quads. After all...you can always sell those later.

By the way...the Golden Cross are a little warm sounding (but that doesn't mean rolled off on the highs). If you prefer a more neautral sound you should go with the Cross or Neatral Reference. The Golden Cross work great with Merlins.
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