If you look at the systems that are posted at Audiogon, relatively few use the same brand name throughout the chain (if memory serves). I think that says a lot, considering the obsessive nature of audiophilia (is that a word?). Experiment and see. Naturally, manufacturers believe strongly in their products and that the "consistent" sound they offer is the best way to go throughout -- sometimes that holds true. Sometimes interconnects are one brand and speaker cable is another. Sometimes nothing is the same. Much depends on your specific equipment, acoustics and ear. There are companies (e.g., The Cable Company, I believe) that lets you try cables to see which work best. Usually that's set up so you lose money unless you buy somethng from them, but at least you are buying what you like best. Good luck (BTW, MIT speaker cables were a must for my last system so I hear you).
speaker cable and interconnect different brands?
Hi I was wondering if it is ok to use one brand of speaker cable and a different brand of interconnect. Right now I am using MIT 770 twin speaker wire. I am also using MIT from my amp to my preamp. I am looking to get JPS Labs interconnects fro my cd player to my preamp. I tried one MIT interconnect cable from my CD player to my preamp and didn't love the sound, however I am very happy with the speaker cable. Maybe it has to do compatibility issues with my Musical Fidelity NuVista 3D cd player. Should I look into other MIT cables first or try a different brand? Is it ok to use a different brand? Please don't turn this thread into a bashing session for MIT products. I know there are some people out there who don't like MIT cables. Thanks for any opinions or info you can give me.