Really warm cables for Tube amps and others....

I think the key here is that he has found a synergy within his system that provides a presentation he is happy with without having to replace one of his main two components (amp or speakers).

"Build your system for yourself, not the critics"

Sorry for the delayed response to both comments. I happen to agree with both of them. I love the qualities of the tube amps and the Thiels. The Thiels are bright and forward but also have great detail and precision. The Musica Bella cables just smooths them out to a very liquid and musical level. I do think you will always get some random qualities when combining components from different manufacturers and genres. I am very happy with my system as it stands but am always looking for more refinement. I am reading Jim Smiths book "Get Better Sound" right now. I am going to work on replacing my speaker cables next with some shorter, more modern bits. I am hoping to add more soundstage and imaging without sacrificing the warm, musical sound I have dialed in to this point.

Any constructive comments are always welcome.

i have an interconnect cable which will offset peaks in the range 2500 hz and above. thus, an interconnect can compensate for imbalances in frequency response.

what difference does it make how you get there , as long as you get there and can listen to your stereo system for an extended period, without being annoyed ?