recommendation for speaker wire to soften the highs if possible


Hello,
I need help. My problem is my system sounds harsh on the highs to me. Not extremely bad, but enough that I need to fix it. My system consists of Ryan 610's, oppo Sonica Dac, and a Belles 150a hotrod amp. Speaker wires being used are old monster cable from the 90's. I also have monster cable rca. I mostly stream through Tidal. My question is can I make the desired effect by switching cables or should I add  a tube amp or pre amp. My budget on the wire would be around 300.00
Thanks in advance for any suggestions
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Showing 1 response by davesandbag

Perhaps you are expecting more than the 610’s are meant to deliver.  I often find myself increasing volume in an attempt to make my smaller speakers sound as immersive as my floor-standers.  Before long, the soft dome tweeters start sounding stressed.    The Ryans’ felt pad tweeter surround suggests to me that the tweeter section may already be working against its physical limitations.  There is a reason some designers are moving toward lighter, faster metal domes (listen to berrylium), and AMT planars.
Don’t laugh.  Try a sub.  It amazes me that just a little additional bottom end can tame perceived tweeter harshness.  
Caution: Make sure you visually hide/disguise the sw as much as you can before your spouse sees it. Use your imagination to make it more acceptable (a flower stand or sculpture base).  At least throw a tablecloth over it to let the sound work its magic unseen
Good Luck, and call the folks at Ryan.