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Speaker cable for CJ LPS70 and Sonus Faber Cremona
If you like the Siltech sound, try to get a pair of Kondo KSL SPz speaker cables. Truly magic. I worked my way up the line from LS88 to the Eskay Creek. Went with the Kondo cables and am happily off the upgrade train.Jovy 
Powercords for CJ CT-5
I use the CT-5's predecessor, the Premier 16S2. I've tried the Ensemble Dynaflux, Kimber PK14 Gold, and TG SLVR. To tell the truth, differences were very slight. I ended up using an earlier , cheaper TG cord, the HSR-A, and put the other SLVR's on... 
Burmester
I don't know if you would call it a "distinct" sound, but my 001 CDP sounded rich, warm, polished, and presented a very deep soundstage. I don't listen to much rock and dance music, but the 001 is well suited to vocals and small group jazz. Curren... 
Best digital cable to audition?
Try Kondo KSL-LPD, does many things very well. 
Conrad Johnson Premier 16 LS and NOS Tubes - Help
I've tried Siemens Halske CCa's, they were very transparent and linear, had good bass and very clear highs. I'm currently using Amperex Holland 7308's, these, while maybe not as transparent, are more musical and natural sounding. Highly recommende...