Digital Coaxial Cable 75 ohms choices

My tests with digital coax provided much the same results as posted by Ferdinand. The Purist was the winner in every test, and I had both the RCA and balanced versions. The tests between the two versions of the Purist resulted in the single ended edging out the balanced. That result could easily reverse, even with the same two pieces of Purist, auditioned in another high end system. In response to Timo, I have to agree with Redkiwi on the Canare. I understand the desire for inexpensive digital coax, but if you must go that route, try the (professional) Belden precision video cable, version 5881. It is only $1.00 a foot and beats the Canare and even some of the brand name wire. The other factor here on do it yourself coax is the quality of the connector, the type and brand of solder and the quality of your assembly. It can literally reverse the results between two wires!

Redkiwi, contact me via e-mail, I think I can help you with this, and would be extremely happy to do so!

Ferdinand, in my tests, the single ended Purist edged out the balanced Purist. You must remember though, each transport and D to A converter is different, and this is no assurance that my test is conclusive. As in my posting of 6-15-00, this was the result in my system at that time. It is important to consider the components in your own system above my one example. The results I posted are simply part of the on going discussion to provide an open exchange of information so that we can all compare results. The good news is that you only have to try the two Purist Audio cables, since you agree that they are the best choice. Now the test between the single ended and balanced is a short journey, compared to what you have already been though! Best wishes and luck on your quest for the correct combination.