Dbear, my only slight reservation about AP copper oval as I hinted at above is not the midrange, but treble is so smooth and natural it slightly lacks the "sparkle" and bite that is present in other cables, rounding of the spires so to speak. I am being very critical here for $250 cable, it is extremely good value for the money, and the 3D presentation is near reference quality. I would not spend $600 for AP silver ICs as there are many good silver ICs much cheaper. Have you tried using one AP copper oval IC with another IC that has more treble extension? This seems to be good combo, and is how I am currently using them, Sam
AP Copper Oval ICs
Well after two weeks with these ICs in my system they are staying. They have the same strengths as AP Oval 9 speaker cables, so those that were not impressed need not try these. Again like the speaker cables they are so smooth and natural at first you think they are too relaxed, but after extended listening other ICs sound exaggerated and strained. The 3D soundstage is massive and deep, amazing at this price level. Detail is impressive, and presented in totally natural, unforced manner. Does not have extended treble energy of best silver cables, or the speed, but I have not heard any silver cable sound this natural......who else has used this IC? Sam