I use AZ Silver Ref MkII between cd and pre. Matrix Ref MkII between pre and amp. Tried 2 Silver Refs and did not like it. Sounded artificial and too thin. However, a blend of Silver Ref II and Matrix Ref II is great. Even the combo of 2 Matrix Ref MkII ICs is a killer. But the SIlver/Matrix is just a tad bit more resolving and detailed without making any sacrifices.
Heard Absolute but not in my system. Can not offer much detail aside from the fact that the system sounded very good.
Heard Absolute but not in my system. Can not offer much detail aside from the fact that the system sounded very good.