Speaker Cables for Harbeth P7ES-3 -where to start?


Hi, I'm in the process of building my hifi system with a pair of Harbeth P7ES-3 and want to get a decent pair of
8'-10' single-wire speaker cables (preferrably factry made with spade connectors). Budget is about $600 new or used. Heard good things about Acoustic Zen Hologram and Kimber 8TC/12TC.

How are the Acoustic Zen speaker cables graded? Hologram, Absoulte, double-barrel, etc? What's the difference?

I'd like the cable to deliver dynamics, tight, fuller bass and midbass; excellent resolution; clarity and smoothness in mid and treble.

FYI, I haven't decided on the power and pre-amp yet (will consider Pass XA30.5 or X150.5; Ayre V-5xe; integrated Tube amp or other good options). For now I'm using a Yamaha receiver as amp and a pair of Audio Note AN-B speaker cables. The source is a very modest Philips CD-player (with Audioquest interconnect).

Thanks for your help.
r0817

Showing 1 response by crom

I use Crimson Audio RM Musiclink with the 7es3's. They are within your budget and available for home trial. I agree with Drubin that it would be wise to try cables after deciding on your amplification. You can get some ideas from the Harbeth user group. FYI, I greatly prefer banana's over spades especially with stand mounted speakers.