Cable/Interconnect Suggestions for MF X-150/Totems

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I would highly recommend Oval 9’s. I used them with the X-150 and Model 1’s in an office system that I had. Currently I’m using them with my Model 1’s and a Plinius integrated in a 2nd system. IMO you can’t do better for the $$$. Would also recommend their Solo Crystal IC’s but they are probably a little over your budget, even used. But it might be worth the stretch.