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New Preamp...New Cables???

Bought a Hovland Preamp 100 used here on Audiogon.  Pairing it with Parasound Halo A23 Power Amp. Using Synergistic Research Alpha RCAs for past 7 or so years.

Opinions from you folks on if it's worth it to "upgrade" interconnects going to Power Amp and Digital source to Hovland Pre.

Nothing crazy, maybe 2 pair for 200 per tops... Have to draw the line somewhere I guess.  

Thank You
papostol

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papostol OP
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But am I defeating the purpose of the expensive pre by keeping halo?  

papostol OP
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Thank you.  Can't wait for it.  Appreciate responses
papostol OP
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thanks for that.  I was wondering.  can I modify amp?
papostol OP
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I was looking for a DAC...guess I'm looking for a used power amp. whose got one??
papostol OP
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I'm going to try it.  Spoke with parasound and Mr atkinson of stereophile.   Both think I'll be fine with minor sacrifices.   
Grateful for thread help fellas.
papostol OP
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Been meaning to update those that were kind enough to respond. 

1 week with amp and it's working great.  The impedance issue doesn't appear to be an issue and a great learning experience so thank u.

I actually had email dialog with Hovland designer.   All is good.  However..... I had to buy phono preamp.   Figured Hovland would have covered phono but nope.  Bought Primare Phono Preamp.   So my lack of IQ cost me.

But the Hovland made my speakers disappear.   Unreal difference.   

Lost 3 pounds getting up and down to adjust volume.  Can't believe I don't have a remote.  Love this preamp.  

Getting shorter speaker cable then I'm done
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