IMHO the need to use "ONLY" the same brand of IC's and cables is a myth circulated by manufacturers and salesmen. As synergy is an issue with combining components and speakers so it is wiring issues. The components you are using and the sonics you expect will dictate the brand/type of wire you select. There are just too many variables involved for such a rule to be valid. Been there, done that! :-)
combining different cables
Someone suggested yesterday to me that I should ONLY use -all the same brand or model of cable [interconnects and speaker wire] to get the best sound. I understand this whole deal is about preferences and based on highly subjective belief systems, but does anyone else believe this?
I could see the need to use a varied list of different brands and models, based on the individual performance I would be looking to acheive from a particular component.
Anyone care to jump in?
Thanks.