Budget balanced IC recommendations

Thanks for the input Travis. So far Signal Cable has bested all my current cables(nothing real expensive though).

I have read a lot about how good Pure Note Epsilons are, they are on sale right now, 1m XLR for 335.00, its out of budget but maybe worth it???

Will do Jeff, Thanks for the info.

Thats sounds like a great idea Mike. My friend runs a recording studio/music store here in my town, so I can try a pair anytime.

Thanks for the input Homedesign, I have been looking at that cable here on A'gon.

Its a real shame I dont have a fistful of 'em so I could A/B til my heart and ears are content.

Unclejeff, those links are awesome, thanks.

I have heard AZ makes great cable. I'll check 'em out.

Another vote for Signal Cable, I must admit they are exceptional for the price, thanks for your input Triumph.

I have never listened to a silver IC, Copper only. I read that they are somewhat more airy, or open on the top, but sometimes weak on the bottom. I might just buy some just to give 'em a listen. For $65.00 shipped, at audiopartsinc.com, thats a steal.

You couldnt be more right, Mbreeze2, I didnt even think about Tara Labs, I did when shopping for speaker cable, but not ICs, they manufacture quality products.

Thats a heck of an offer John. I might just take you up on that. You hit the proverbial nail on the head... SYSTEM, SYSTEM, SYSTEM, its so dependent on not just that, but the ears of the beholder as well. Thanks so much for info on your evaluation, and selection of cables, that helps a ton.

I have looked at the Cobalt website. I have a Cobalt digital coax cable, it works well. I have been considering a Cobalt component video cable, but thats another story. Thanks Sogood51.

I see another thread, here in cables, about the best cable purchase. Several folks voted for Pure Note. Some even said they bested the mighty Valhalla. Any thoughts? Pure Note has a sale on currently, 33% off website orders. This is out of budget, but, maybe they will scratch my persistent upgrade itch. What am I saying, its the itch thats half the fun. I just need a second job.

Thanks everyone for their input, it is most appreciated.

Now begins the evaluation phase.

I will repost when I have chosen. Thanks again guys.

All right I know no one mentioned them but.....Harmonic Technology Pro-silway mkIII, they sound really good...although a little out of budget at $350.00

What do you guys think about these?

In my system they sound tight and articulate with bass, very nuetral and involving with the mids, and surprisingly, since this is a hybrid silver/copper IC, very detailed and airy without too much brightness on the top.

Thanks once again for all your help.

I am going to extend my audition of the Harmonic Tech. Pro-silway IIIs. I really like them.

When I try some others I will post here or maybe start a new thread.