Is there no end?

Kad are these new cables or used? Even if used, they've been idle for awhile so you still need to allow for some breakin time, but if new then you really need to cook them at high power levels for awhile before drawing any conclusions. Run them for 100 to 200 hours at higher power levels when no one is home (DO be considerate if you have pets!). Several threads on breakin are existing here for your perusal.

My system is a cary cd303, classe 6 preamp, B&K 442 amp and thiel 2.2 speakers. I appreciate all input on this.

I should probably start this thread over given my original lack of information -- the cables are new (10 hours).

Nordost Interconnects tend to be warm and forward.

Cardas cables is your key. Warm and big sounding. Ideal for lean sounding systems.