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NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
the only reason I don't have a full set is cost...picked these two cables based on experience, guesswork and message from Bob... 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
for those looking to start slow, I had a full set of the GE, just put in Matrix speaker cable for mid/hi of bi-wire, and Matrix XLR from CD to pre,  sounds great... 
What's your investment threshold?
also important to consider resale value, as certain brands/models hold value very well for a long time, so willing to spend more for those, as ultimate cost is low... 
Conditioning/Burn-In Method
if it's free, I don't think it can be snake oil...either you hear a difference or you don't...and you are going to be listening to hundreds hours of music regardless... 
Conditioning/Burn-In Method
agree that break-in is both electrical and physical 
Bi Wire Cables vs Jumpers?
matching jumpers from Acoustic Zen if you cannot do a double run... 
Best redbook-only CD Player under $10k - Bryston BCD3, Resolution Audio Cantata 3.0, ....
Aesthetix Romulus Eclipse 
Conditioning/Burn-In Method
gdnrbob...there are also current model tube CD players...Aesthetix, PrimaLuna and others,  though certainly not a lot... 
Conditioning/Burn-In Method
thanks elizabeth, that been my experience, especially if I'm also playing a lot of CD's...I thought there were only tube  CD Players gdnrbob... 
Conditioning/Burn-In Method
I also wondered if any cable break-in takes place just leaving all the components turned on...especially with a tube CD player it seems there is always some current running through the cables... 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
thanks... 
NEW Cerious Technologies Upgrade - Graphene Matrix Cables
Are the Matrix Speaker cables directional? Just unpacked them and I don't see direction markings...Thanks 
What is considered a "standard" percentage of devaluation per year foor high end speakers?
another variable is how often the manufacturer changes models, or changes a speaker without a model change designation...some 7-10 year old speakers are still current, some have been upgraded/changed a number of times... 
Entering the world of audio, help with first setup- speakers to pair with Peachtree 220SE
the ones you mention are a great place to start...there are many dozens of possible good candidates at various prices... 
What Bookshelf / Stand Mounted Speakers To Pair With Vintage Electronics?
also sounded great with some old Fried floor standers