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if you had this system, what would you do to make it sound the best you can

This is my first time using this forum. I'm looking to improve my system, and I'd like to hear your ideas of what you would change or purchase to make it sound even better. Current system:  McIntosh amp MC202, 200 watts/ch; C42 preamp with DAC and 8 band equalizer; MCD 301CD; MR85 Tuner; streamer MB20.  TT is Pro-ject Classic SB, Equalizer Sound Shaper 3 IC, Speakers Spendor A5s rated 150watts peak, cables Audioquest; R to R, J Corder Technics RS1520; Panamax Power.  All pieces have original power cords.  Audio cables are low-end.  Music: Classical, Jazz, Easy/soft Rock.  Joan Baez, Enya, etc. thank you for any advice.

 

markley

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williewonka
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@markley - start with cables. Once you have them n place it’s easier to discern improvements when changing components and speakers.

A very good brand is Audio Envy - great cables at affordable prices.

Next step up from there would be Zavfino

Here’s my thread as to why cables make such a huge difference

I’ve made cables for around 15 years and had great success on rigs of varying prices, from $350 to $70k

Your system can sound much better with the right cables

Once he cables are in place I would then repalce the speakers - Tannoy make some excellent speakes for an afordable price - but there are so many good brands to choose from

Good Luck with your quest - Steve

 

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