Speaker Cables Upgrade - Which Ones?


I'm upgrading my speaker cable for my Harbeth C7es-3 speakers. My power amp would be Pass Labs XA30.5.

Not sure it it matters but my pre-amp could be one of these: Audio Research LS 26, Ref 3, CJ ET 3, Leben CS28, Pass Labs XP10.

I'm looking for tight, dynamic bass, neutral/slight warm and medium to full body mid range and extended/smooth treble.

What cables would you recommend? My budget would be around 1k - new or used. What about Audience 24e, Cardas, Auditorium 23, Purist Audio, Acoustic Zen Sologram II? How do they compare in terms of 'sound'?

I appreciate your feedbacks.
r0817

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I spoke with Gene Rubin who recommended the LFD Hybrid speaker cables. Unfortunately, the LFD only comes with banana plugs but the Pass Labs XA30.5 takes spades only.

I guess I'll have to look elsewhere. Also, I realize that Auditorium 23 cables come with bananas only.

Thanks.
I checked LFD's website. The cable only comes with banana plugs fro the factory. I just don't want it to be re-terminated not by the manufacturer.