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Interconnect cable recommendations for Node 2i and DAC

I just purchased a Node 2i and I am really enjoying it. I plan on adding a DAC later this year. I am currently using a pair of Kimber Hero with WBT RCA's going into my Classe Preamp. I am also using Hero XLR between my Classe CA151 and and Pre. The Hero's going to the Node 2i are a little short for where I want to place it, so if I am going to get a different pair maybe now is the time to think about something different. If I had to say anything about the system right now its a touch bright, but that could be the Nodes DAC. Any suggestions in the $250 -$300 range on interconnects? I have a Kimber D60 digital cable that I can use when I get the DAC but I want a nice interconnect that could work now with the Node or the DAC when I get it.

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jjss49
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i would echo the prior response saying something is amiss if the internal dac of the node 2i sounds bright in your system

among dacs, the node's internal dac is dull and overly smoothed over

tidal hifi or masters in high res, also not bright in and of itself

if what you hear is bright now, wait till you get a properly good dac... better put earplugs in...
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jjss49
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i suggest more basic cables... you should save the extra money to upgrade your equipment when you are ready for the next move (e.g. a DAC)

get basic interconnects from tuneful cables or blue jeans or many other reasonable cable makers
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