Great amp.... I loved my time with it and regret having sold it. I had the MkIII version and preferred it with a preamp. I used an Aesthetix Calypso (non signature version) with NOS tubes. The two made a great combo. The Calypso can be found used for around $2,500 (add $500 for good NOS tubes).
As far as IC cables, KCI Silkworms are a great value on the used market for around $750, but they are rarely available. Even new, they are a good deal. I also use Jade Audio Hybrid IC's... a bit pricier than the Silkworms, but they do become available used every now and then for around $1,000. I've heard from other respected audiophiles that Jade Audio's Vermiel speaker cables are quite good... but they are very pricey new and are rarely available on the used market.
I've also heard a lot of great things about Ocellia (sp?) cables. I think an IC just showed up in the classifieds today.
Good luck.
As far as IC cables, KCI Silkworms are a great value on the used market for around $750, but they are rarely available. Even new, they are a good deal. I also use Jade Audio Hybrid IC's... a bit pricier than the Silkworms, but they do become available used every now and then for around $1,000. I've heard from other respected audiophiles that Jade Audio's Vermiel speaker cables are quite good... but they are very pricey new and are rarely available on the used market.
I've also heard a lot of great things about Ocellia (sp?) cables. I think an IC just showed up in the classifieds today.
Good luck.