@dracule1 , I think it's all relative. If your system has the resolving capability, dynamics and extension to reap the full benefits of high end cables, then it's possible to justify the cost of $10k or even $30k cables. That's not to say that every cable with 3 or 4 zero's on its price ticket is good value or will synergize with a given system. It just highlights that unless you've reached the pinnacle of high end audio systems, there will be a point of which the benefit of higher priced cables begins to plateau.The problem is, there is too much misinformation/aka: b**s*** posted on this forum about TL and cables with fantastic magnets inside by posters who every man and his dog on here knows are not genuine audiophiles
Are audiophiles still out of their minds?
I've been in this hobby for 30 years and owned many gears throughout the years, but never that many cables. I know cables can make a difference in sound quality of your system, but never dramatic like changing speakers, amplifiers, or even more importantly room treatment. Yes, I've evaluated many vaunted cables at dealers and at home over the years, but never heard dramatic effect that I would plunk $5000 for a cable. The most I've ever spent was $2700 for pair of speaker cables, and I kinda regret it to this day. So when I see cable manufacturers charging 5 figures for their latest and "greatest" speaker cables, PC, and ICs, I have to ask myself who buys this stuff. Why would you buy a $10k+ cable, when there are so many great speakers, amplifiers, DACs for that kind of money, or room treatment that would have greater effect on your systems sound? May be I'm getting ornery with age, like the water boy says in Adam Sandler's movie.
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Geoff, truthfully if I published all I know about a couple of members on here, i'd be suspended or banned within 24hrs & receive reprisal attacks in return (as has happened before). Been there, done that. Not getting down in the sewer again. Besides, I think i've said all I need to say already.. |