In general, think of buying used… typically 1/2 original price. Used cables is a great place. The $3,000 new price range is a very good range to be in. I usually read reviews via Stereophile and the Absolute Sound to find the characteristics I am looking for.
There are also a lot of folks around here that love Silversmith Fideliums. I have not heard them yet.
Yes, definitely ignore JasonBourne.