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Upgrade speaker cables OR amp for Dynaudio C4's?

I have approx. $1500 to play with. Not sure if I will get more bang for my buck by upgrading my amp (Plinius SA-102, class A 125 WPC) , or my speaker cables (Harmonic Technology Pro 9's)

The rest of my system consists of:
- Speakers: Dynaudio C4's
- Preamp: Aesthetix Calypso with NOS tubes
- Source: Audio Aero Capitol MK 1 CDP

Amps being considered:
- Pass X250.5
- Moscode 401
- Parasound JC-1's

Speaker cables being considered:
- Kimber KS-3033
- Stealth Hybrid MLT

I'm happy with my Plinius amp... I just wonder if I'm missing something by not feeding my Dyn's with more power. I listen at moderate levels... mostly classical, jazz, female vocals, acoustic rock.
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Your Plinius is probably worth $2500.00 and with the $1500.00 extra you have to spend I'd suggest the VTL 450, although the 750 would be much better still.

I know tubes are not what you're asking about, but the Dynaudio C-4 needs lots of juice and big tube amps compliment the design very well.

I don't think you know how much more texture and dynamics those speakers are capable of. If you have a chance to experiment I would go for it.
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