Hi markware,

Thank you for reaching out, I would appreciate any advice on how to make the most out of my system, especially with classical music.

I will refer you to the following thread I started a couple days ago - it’s a question of speaker cables, but contains relevant data on my amp as well, so I think it may be the most appropriate place to continue the discussion.

https://forum.ascendacoustics.com/sh...for-ELX-ribbon

My source then is a Marantz Model 40n, it’s a class A/B integrated with DAC and wireless built-in, so basically a good quality Made in Japan machine with all the modern conveniences type thing.

Hopefully, you might shed some light on the matter of the cables that link my Marantz to the ELX ribbon - I know they’re not so critical a part of the system, provided they’re within an acceptable spec (gauge mostly), but reading about how cable might interact with the amp and speakers, it makes sense for me to try to get to the bottom of this and ensure the cables are optimally specified for the specific components on either end.