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Looking For 90% of the performane of the super expensive cables for much less money

I currently have a system which consists of Vandersteen 5A's, THor Audio TP-150 tubed monoblocks, Thor Line Stage and Thor phono stage, Marantz SACD player SA-114 and will take delivery of the VPI Prime Scout with a Sumiko EVOS 3 Cartridge. I am currently using LAT International Speaker Cables, Power Cords and Interconnects. (They are no longer in business). I am in immediate  need of turntable cables and would like to update my new speaker cables and interconnects. Not willing to spend thousands on this upgrade. Seeking to capture as much of the "magic" that the super expensive cables deliver but at a more realistic price point. I understand that I have really good quality equipment, but at this stage of my life cannot allocate mega dollars towards cables.
 Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

 
kjl1065

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boxer12
8,656 posts
 
Dave I believe there is some truth to that. It seems that when I use  Eichmann rca connectors it always sounds better, regardless of the wire used. 
boxer12
8,656 posts
 
fleschler,
I just (like an hour ago) replaced my stock outlet with a  Synergistic Research Red. Very nice, even though it isn't broke in. 
analogluvr,
The change in sound quality is not small. If you ever find another job, you should try it. 
elizabeth,
Your enthusiasm on another thread is what got me thinking about changing an outlet. Thank You!
boxer12
8,656 posts
 
ggc said " Ideally one would like to spend 25-30% on cables". I'm just below that % (& am happy with the results) but agree that cables are truly that important. If one values getting the most resolution they can out of there system, they need quality cables to accomplish it. I s-u-p-p-o-s-e one could argue that using that % of money to buy better electronics/speakers will give you better sound, however (even though it probably can't be measured) IME inferior wire diminishes that scenario rather abruptly.    
boxer12
8,656 posts
 
Herman,
Thank you for that heart felt apology. I can't speak for the rest of the idiots here, but it actually made me feel better about being an idiot.    
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