I have both the cryo'd and non crod versions of the Acrolink. I find both cords are good, different perhaps but both good. I also use 2 Tunami's in the system and find that these cords are very component dependant. If I switch an Acrolink with a Tunami I lose the magic but placed as I have them they work well. I have tried all combinations but the best combination is obvious with the Tunami on my source and the Acrolink on my integrated. I really like these cords. The Acrolink are more user friendly being flexable and the Tunamis are stiff but sound good as well.These cords are quite different from each other. I find one bold and detailed while the other is more mellow and smooth yet detailed. They both have their place in my system and mix well.