Can you borrow the cables you're interested in buying to try out before you make the plunge? Cables are an even bigger variable than other gear IMO. What works in my system might not work in yours. What sounds full-range and musical to me might sound colored and nasty to you.
So, to my way of thinking, you need to find out for yourself if a particular IC or speaker cable is best. Asking for opinions on which wire is best is like asking people to tell you which shade of blue is best.
So, to my way of thinking, you need to find out for yourself if a particular IC or speaker cable is best. Asking for opinions on which wire is best is like asking people to tell you which shade of blue is best.