Was very close to springing for the Stager cable when I read a review online comparing the Silver Audio Silver Bullet 4.0 to the Stager (can't actually recall the publication but it would probably show up in a net search). In any event, the reviewer was very positive on the Stager's in the midrange but felt the Silver Audio equalled them in that area and blew them away in the bass and treble department. In any event, the Silver Audio's are more expensive, but I ended up purchasing a used half metre of Silver Audio Bullet 6.0's (six conductors) for $150 used and I can assure you it is a very fine cable. Replaced Kimber Heroes, which they destroy in every area. And definitely not "bright", as many suggest, very smooth in fact. The Hyacinths (new from Silver Audio) may well be excellent as well, but I haven't heard them.
Cable "experts", advice needed
Can you go to the two links provided and tell who, IYO, has the better design? http://marc.stager.com/silver/ http://www.homegrownaudio.com/sss.htm One apears to have more strands than the other, different connectors are used, etc. I am interested in XLR conectors, Marc lists them on his page and pricing, Home Grown mentions them on their FAQ page; I can't tell if I would have to connect them. Marc uses Switchcraft A3F/M, Home Grown mentions Neutrik. I may be interested in a set of RCA's in the future. They both have "sane" prices. Your opinions would be greatly appreciated.