Interconnect recommendations

@fthompson251 Thanks!

One more question for all, if i upgraded all my cables to just the Transparent Super (let alone the Ultra) that would be $10k.
I know I need a new DAC, but would I be better served upgrading my amp to something like a Coda #8 or Pass Labs & keeping my cables or upgrading to lesser cables like the Zavfino or Verita? 
Thanks!

I recently changed my cables from Nordost Heimdall 2 to Schnerzinger resolution  series. I’m a bit of a cable skeptic, but I’ll have to say that I hear a noticeable improvement, much more natural sound, better soundstage, etc. it’s a little bit of an esoteric brand but a very Too expensive, but to my ear and in my system, a significantly better sound than what I had or what I’ve auditioned before, audio quest and transparent. Of course, some would say this is just expectation bias, etc., and they could be the right, I just know what I heard.

Each to their own, but I think the most intelligent thing about ChatGPT is it’s ability to tell you what you want to hear. I wouldn’t rely on it too strong in my decision-making. On the other hand, I use it sort of like a super google. I think it’s really good at assimilatinh information and it’s good at trying to figure out how you would like to receive that information. I don’t think it’s analytical abilities are all that great.

One more question for all, if i upgraded all my cables to just the Transparent Super (let alone the Ultra) that would be $10k.
I know I need a new DAC, but would I be better served upgrading my amp to something like a Coda #8 or Pass Labs & keeping my cables or upgrading to lesser cables like the Zavfino or Verita?

Throwing $10k worth of cables at a system with a $1600 DAC doesn’t make a lotta sense to me, and you seem to be starting to go all over the place here with possibilities.  I think it’s better for you to step back and identify what specifically you’re looking for in terms of improvements, which may help focus on what makes the most sense to do next.

Budget is open, new or used. Focus is on clarity, transparency and micro details. I want to match or slightly exceed the quality of my existing system. 

What specific qualities would you like to improve as I’m guessing it includes more than just transparency/detail?  Personally I’d start with the DAC as your cables, while not great, are at least good enough to convey the benefits of what a better DAC can bring and then move on to cables from there.  Just my $0.02 FWIW, and best of luck.

What @soix said.

Get your components sorted out first, then consider cables.

I agree with @soix  Begin with the end in mind, save somey.