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Keeping Spend Among System Proportional?

Can I assume that most folks keep the spend amongst components and accessories proportional or, in line between the entire system?

For example, here's how I spread my budget:

Amp $2k
(integrated w/Phono)
TT $3k
(arm direct wired)
Cartridge $600
Speakers $1000
Speaker Cables TBD

Has anyone ever thought they had a component that punches out of their weight class and felt justified in spending out of proportion?

For example has anyone spent more on their cart than their TT? Spent more on their speaker cables than their speakers? More on their arm than their TT? etc.

Curious to hear about some of those examples.

I may have the budget to reasonably spend around $800 on speaker cables but, feel compelled to keep in the $300 range.

Thoughts?
pawlowski6132

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erik_squires
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One area you should invest long before cabling is room acoustics. Ask GIK Acoustics for advice. Their products work and are high value.

Next, well, I make my own speakers so for the spend I got far better than average value, plus an irreplaceable pride of ownership.

What I do encourage you to do is use your own ears. If you can be free of the idea that more $$$ is better sound, you can really save a boatload of cash with some effort and time.

Best,


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