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cable recommendations

I just took the plunge I bought my first proper 2-channel system, which consists of a pair of VTL MB-450 tube monoblocks, VTL 5.5 preamp and Dynaudio C1 speakers. The only things missing from my system are cables and better front end (I currently a Technics SL-1200 going into a Cambridge Audio 640p phono preamp, and a Squeezebox for my digital stuff).

I listen to a variety of styles of music, so I guess I'm looking for a speaker cable that's pretty neutral (since I'm guessing the VTL amps in triode mode will color the sound a bit anyway). I'm currently thinking of using Nordost Red Dawn for speaker and balanced connection between pre and power amp. For source interconnects I'm thinking either Red Dawn or Cardas Cross.

Thoughts?
jibbonacci

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knghifi
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I auditioned Red Dawn on Graaf GM200 and EAR and it's a great match. Found NOT a good match on both Pass and Krell. Better match with Tube components.

Check out Zu Varial MK3 interconnects. It works especially well with tube components. Varials replaced most of my very expensive cables. Check out the 6moon review.
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