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Im going to regret my cable question

Having read so many "do speaker cables matter" threads, reviews, etc., over the years I am going to open up this can of worms again. So here goes.

I would like some opinions on the pairing of my amp, speakers, and a possible upgrade of speaker cables. My kit consists of a Rotel Michi X3, S2 and Monitor Audio Gold 300 G5's.

Would anyone venture a suggestion on what might be a good fit, with a budget of no more than $1200 CND.

I currently have Audioquest Type 4 which are some years old by now. Im looking at AQ Rocket 33 or 44's but I am open to other brands.

Although I understand the "coat hangers work just as well" theory I would prefer only constructive suggestions from those who feel there is a benefit to cable upgrades please.

Cheers.

neversatisfied
neversatisfied OP
79 posts
 

The rest of the system is an upgraded Rega RP3, Graham Slee phono stage, Eversolo DMP-A6, NAD C-568 CD, AQ interconnects all around.

Music? Proper jazz (horn, drums, bass, keys) rock, classical. 
 

soix
9,982 posts
 

You didn’t answer the most important question — what specific improvements are you looking for from a new cable?

immatthewj
2,672 posts
 

The sock-puppets are attacking.  Time for Chriso to weigh in?

neversatisfied OP
79 posts
 

I’m looking for any improvement that upgrading from an older AQ Type 4 to a Rocket 33 or 44 should give me. I have no specific improvement in mind but if we accept that “better” cables make a difference then that’s the improvement I’m looking for.

Not trying to be difficult but shouldn’t even that sort of upgrade improve things in general?

soix
9,982 posts
 

These will almost certainly be a significant improvement over your current cables and are a screaming bargain at only $350 (retail price was $1200). And if they don’t work out for some reason you can turn around and sell them likely at a profit. I’ve used these for 20 years and have held up facing several others that have passed through my system. Read the reviews — no brainer IMHO.

https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650194860-acoustic-zen-satori-shotgun-biwired-speaker-cables/images/5562650/

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