Total(excluding CDP,Tuner,VPI HW16 & associated misc))$16,500 Source(TT)-32%, Pre-15%, Amps-13%, Interconnects-3%, Spkr Cables-2%, Loudspeakers-18%,Misc other-17%( Isolation stands-11%,line conditioning-6%) It appears that I'm totally in sync and in absolute agreement with Turntablemind.The best cabling is not necessarily the most expensive, just the most compatible with your associated components.Isolation from resonance and mains quality are the key to maximising your investment and are not just accessories but nearly components in and of themselves.
Proportional Allocation to Total System
Dear fellow audiophile/music lover, We all know the fact that the audio system is serial chain and the rule of the game is simple. Minimize the loss and unwelcome addition. I believe your contribution here will help other audiophile/music lover. Could you divide your total system (primary chain only) by following categories and state the percentage of money allocation? 1) Total MSRP of your system 2) Source 3) Pre-amp 4) Power-amp 5) Inter connect 6) Speaker cable 7) Speakers 8) Others. Would you also state which link is most important and why? My Current system: 1) $9200 2) 10.87% 3) 16.3% 4) 16.3% 5) 4.35% 6) 8.7% 7) 32.61% 8) 10.87% My own observations: 1) Equal amount on source and others. 2) Equal amount on amplification and speakers. I think speaker cables are subject to most loss if you don’t allocate sufficient amount. I’ve tested single and double run of Kimber 8TC on ten different systems and always able to hear big difference.