Improvement over Kimber/Ixos combination?


I am looking for some general advice on my current setup. Overall my system I think sounds quite good, but not having much to compare to, I wonder if there is an obvious move I could make to improve it without having to spend significant dollars. I have recently upgraded to my current amp and preamp.

Amp: Aragon 8008ST
Pre-amp: McCormack TLC-1
CD: Cal Audio Icon MK II (non-HDCD)
Speakers: Boston Acoustics Lynnfield 500L II
Power: PS Audio Ultimate Outlet
Interconnects: Ixos 1001 Gamma Master Connect
Speaker Cable: Kimber (tri-wired)- Lows 8TC, Mids 4PR, Highs 4PR
Power Cable: SignalCable on CD, Amp and PS Audio UO

I’m wondering if my cable setup could use some help??? For example, I’ve seen some pretty good deals on AudioQuest Slates recently on the site.

Any knowledgeable suggestions would be appreciated.

-John
jkscherk

Showing 1 response by benthar

I've got IXOS Gamma Encore 1002 interconnects ($50 closeout thru Audio Advisor)

and IXOS 6003 speaker cable (about $2/ft)

That's my current cable setup and it seems like a good comprimise of performance at the price point (no obvious weakneses). Haven't heard Kimber speaker wire but I have heard a kimber interconnect in my system (PBJ or HERO, can't remember which) and the IXOS 1002 beat it hands down.

so I'd say IXOS speaker cable might be worth checking out (no im not a dealer) to replace your Kimber

BTW, I borrowed and auditioned a bunch of interconnects in one session and IXOS, JPS ultraconductor, and Goertz (micro purl?) came up the victors. Audioquest came up a close second (very accurate but was a little too "cut and dry" for my taste). Out of respect I won't mention the three loosing brands.