Fine tuning: advice?

"NIMBUS": That long run of Tara 500 cable is really holding the system back, I GURANTEE THAT (practically killing it!!). Find a way to use shorter lengths, and also try the Harmonic Technology Pro-11 speaker cable. Or even Kimber 8TC would be great. You might also consider selling the Bryston and getting a used Krell amplifier. A new DAC like the Bel Canto DAC-1 would be great also. If you've seen my comments elsewhere around here, you'll know that I like MIT 330 Shotgun interconnects--they've killed MEGAthousand dollar ones in my system (whether with several different speakers in different rooms, or with HD-600 headphones). A meter can be had used for less than $300. FOR AC CONDITIONING, THE CHANG LIGHTSPEED 6400 IS FANTASTIC FOR PREAMPS AND CD PLAYERS. AND I SINCERELY HOPE YOU HAVE ASC TRAPS. If you don't, start with a couple of their "Frescoes", and ad bigger ones later. ANY ONE OF THESE WOULD MAKE A HUGE IMPROVEMENT. If you're near me, perhaps we could hear each other's systems some time. My system is competitive with any in the $30k range, and I got much of it used off the net...saved NEARLY $10k!!! I'm in the Southeast...

try the enacom speaker filters! at $100.00 bucks a pair you will be amazed at the improvement in sound. call me if your interested at, (949)362-5050. brian

Thanks for your suggestions--it seems everyone agrees that 20' of speaker cable is too much. I'm trying to figure out how to reduce that. To Redkiwi: I am using Vibrapods, good aftermarket A/C cords and a shelf isolation system of my own design. To Carl: I would like to hear your system, but I live in the Northwest--sorry. By the way, I think my Bryston may be the last amp I ever buy--I really like it.

OK, whatever you say. I'd get ASC traps, though. And try the 330 interconnect for sure.