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Solid core Versus Stranded Speaker cables
Thanks I appreciate all your answers to this thread. I hope I will gather more explanations and gain a better understanding of the inherent pros and cons of these different type of cables. So far I have noticed an improvement in the high mids but ... 
Looking for IC and speaker cable suggestion
Considering our systems almost match, mine is Krell Showcase 7, Krell Kav3250 amp and B&W 803D2 I have auditioned a speaker cable very recent which really are synergetic with the Krell  and B&W brand. Its the best I've tried yet and its no... 
Recommendations for IC and speaker cable
Well I do believe I found the speaker cable that's right for me and I'm one step closer to audio Nirvana. For what its worth it was not very expensive and lived up to its advert and more. Boutique made to specs in USA. The cable is called Cryo Nov... 
Five "Golden Rules" of HiFi?
Superb wisdom by all participants in this thread. It just so happens I agree with them all. A couple of things I found while on my journey toward  musical nirvana were:1) If you can buy used from a reputable site such as audiogon, not ebay. I have... 
Looking for IC and speaker cable suggestion
Been using Blue Jeans cable for IC and speaker for some time and am quite happy with what I'm hearing. As far as cost they were quite inexpensive but far better than my Transparent IC and Monster Speaker cable which BJ cable replaced. Currently se... 
Recommendations for IC and speaker cable
Anyone know anything about JW Audio? Is advertising here on Audiogon.If anyone has tried their cables let me know what you think please. 
Recommendations for IC and speaker cable
Thank you for your input. I'll be keeping all suggestions in mind 
Recommendations for IC and speaker cable
Budget? In this rabbit hole hobby can there be a budget? But yes of course there is a goal which is the best for the least but no more than I can reasonably afford. I checked transparent prices and having a difficult time justifying their prices, ... 
Etiquette for a listening session?
I am fortunate to have friends who are also audiophiles and we regularly visit each others premises for listening sessions ie jamming. Wifes and girlfriends are always welcome but are not usually receptive to extended sessions. It is understood th... 
Subwoofers
Gee, an $8K  sub for a $1K speaker, Great reply and spot on.  
Speakers for Rock - up to 1kusd
B&W's can definitely "rock". but I don't know about models under 1K, Vintage Polk Audio will rock your socks off too but I don't know about the newer stuff from Polk.  
Buying Without Audition
Buying without audition is not a smart thing to do. As far as using reviews by anyone its good for guidelines but usually the reviewer gets paid by the products they review. So take reviews with a grain of salt. Everyones  sonic preferences are un... 
B&W 803 diamond series 1 vs 2
Binding post connectors are Crome rounded as well as the above. 
Bowers and Wilkerson B&W 802 D3: an impolite Brit?
After reading all the posts here I'll put in my 2 cents worth regarding B&W 803D2's. In April of this year I had the opportunity to compare them with my favorite speaker (heavily modded per manufacturers recommendations) and awe inspiring, The... 
Concert Experience for $5k?
If you are looking for a concert experience look for any large Vintage SRS-SDA series speaker in good shape, spend some money upgrading them and you will absolutely have your experience and loss of hearing to go with it. Since I love the concert e...