I have Sophia 1's and had an ARC VS115 with an ARC CD# MKll. I would start with all copper cabling as a starting place (the 110 and the DV-60 are fairly analytical and so are the Sophias) . Live with this until something starts to bother you then try a few different cables in different places and hear what happens. I found it less confusing to start with all cables from one company, then when you introduce another company's cable identifying the difference/change was easier. I always try new cable between CDP and pre first, even if I liked the sound I'd move the cable to between the pre and amp just to hear the difference between the two locations.
Does using same brand cables improve performance?
I have read several recommendations that one should stick with one brand of cables throughout the system to get the best result. What say you? Is this just dealer hype or does it really make a difference. I am buying a system with Wilson Sophia's, ARC ref 110, and a Esoteric DV60 and am struggling over the cable question. It is easier to find good deals on Audiogon if mix and match doesn't hurt performance.