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VPI to Symphonic Line

I have a VPI Scout with a Lyra Dorian cart. That is connected to a Symphonic Line La Musica amp by a Cardas Golden 5 RCA cable which is connected to Impulse Aria SE speakers using BS active IV speaker cables.

Now i was thinking of changing the Cardas golden 5 for another cable. Since the Cardas is getting a bit old. The RCA connectors are not that tight anymore and maybe some newer cables with newer technology will be better.

The first cables that came to mind were:
Kimber select
JPS lab
Nordost
Audience
NBS

In my opinion a cable between turntable and (phono)amp should be shielded. So where does that leave me? My budget is around €400. The first cable that come to mind is the Kimber KS-1016 or KS-1011.

So what do people here think. Do I even need an other cable. What would be an upgrade etc.

Thank you for answering.
mordante

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pmcneil
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Yes, they should be shielded, such as the Kimber KS-1016, because otherwise they are unshielded, and naked.

And, you are right, the Cardas golden 5, do NOT age well. It's all that oxygen.
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