Speaker Cables

[dannyBCN]

I tried different speaker cables over time in my set up (D250 + Wilson Sophia3). The best one I have found is the Sablon Panatela which I am now using as my reference cables. Previously had used Transparent the wave and Nanotec Special/SR. The Nanotec comes first in terms of value for money. the Panatela keeps the Nanotec's SQ in terms of tonality, transparency, transients ... but adds a fuller bass, slightly larger soundstage and more sheer musicality. Mark at Sablon Audio has a good trial program in place, try them in your system for a couple of weeks and see what you think.

In terms of when to do what, my suggestion is to start with the amp, speakers (and their placement) and room optimization first. Then, particularly with the Devialet, upgrade the power cable and add some good support (Sablon Gran Corona works great + 3 Franc audio ceramics discs). Once I did this I felt like I had changed amp! Only then, I started trying out different speakers (and digital) cables. Hope this is helpful.

This is very helpful, and thanks! You and others have raved enough about the Sablon that I'd like to give them a try, particularly the power cord. So far, I'm following your suggestion: amp upgraded (D-P to 240/50) and now awaiting arrival of new speakers. I was thinking though that I might get the cables and some tweaks settled before tackling room optimization because I have no experience with it and there's going to be a learning curve. Luckily, my room sounds quite good as is, and a dealer agreed but also suggested it can be improved. I definitely see how it can be improved.