Audioquest Vodka vs Wireworld Starlight 8 (Not Platinum) Ethernet

I purchased a used AQ Vodka Ethernet and compared it with my then current (no pun intended) Wireworld Starlight 8. The Vodka clearly was the winner in my rig. More full-bodied and deeper, more taut bass, better natural vocals, and the piano test definitely tipped the Vodka in its favor. Starlight 8 sounded relatively thin. It is excellent for the price, but Vodka is a notch above.

Want to try the EtherRegen device when I am familiar with the Vodka.

Higher priced Tidal, PS Audio DSD w/Bridge II, to VTL 7.5iii preamp to Krell FPB 300 cx (recapped) to Magico A3's. Musically, life is sweet. Neal

@nglazer Your experience mirrors mine in AQ Vodka vs WW Starlight ethernet. Still, I prefer optical over any ethernet, although still using AQ Vodka prior to FMC points.

How much of an influence have you noticed from tbe cable before the fmc?

What are FMC points?

Fiber Media Converters, converts ethernet to fiber optical.