Audience Au24e vs Cardas Golden Reference


Can someone familiar with both of these cables describe the differences between them? I'm especially interested in speaker cables. Both Cardas and Audience are often mentioned together as great choices. I know Cardas, what can I expect from Audience? Your opinions will be much appreciated.
mike79

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I couldn't imagine a more extreme difference in sound. Audience will bring out the top end detail and air, while the bottom end and lower midrange will tighten up considerably. Switching from Cardas to Audience is a complete tonal shift. I made the switch at one point, and while initially blown away with the difference found Audience painful on poor recordings.

Cardas is much more forgiving up top, while adds warmth (and weight) lower down.

Really depends on your preferences and associated equipment.