Wow, I find it odd that a big improvement in sonics could be had by swapping out 24 inch long speaker cables. I'd suggest the the old DIY pair that noromance was using had developed some issues.
At any rate, I've done the exact same thing, only it was cheaper. Audioquest Type 4, buying the bulk variety for $5/ft not the $6 noromance paid. It's also less difficult to work with by the sound of it. I am using 12 foot lengths, and this is the cable that proved to me that cables do make a difference.
Yes good sonics can be had by not spending much. But you can get more improvements as you go up market. It's a question of priorities and money.
At any rate, I've done the exact same thing, only it was cheaper. Audioquest Type 4, buying the bulk variety for $5/ft not the $6 noromance paid. It's also less difficult to work with by the sound of it. I am using 12 foot lengths, and this is the cable that proved to me that cables do make a difference.
Yes good sonics can be had by not spending much. But you can get more improvements as you go up market. It's a question of priorities and money.