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Do you consider cables to be a "component" of your system?

Meaning, do you think that cabling (AC/InterConnects/SpeakerWire) should be considered a component that is integral to your system?

I have probably as much money in cabling and fuses as I do in most of my components (if not more).

Please, please, PLEASE don't tell me that cables don't make a difference. I disagree and there's nothing you can say or do that will change my mind, so save it for another thread, please.

I just wondered if you had to recommend a set up to someone (who wanted a nice stereo), would you consider cabling to be essential in your build price and your recommendations? If so, would you consider the cost of the cables to be on par with the cost of a component?

 

 

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williewonka
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@coralkong - YES! - cables are components and very important ones at that

The world of cables has changed tremendously in the past couple of years.

Zavfino

  • makes great cables at reasonable prices that actually work.
  • great for entry level to upper mid level systems

 

In-Akustik and Hijiri

  • more for the extreme high end systems

Proucts from In-Akustik and Hijiri will elevate high-res systems to excellent levels of performance

There are other brands, but simply search these forums for member feedback on all three of these brands and you will find very positive feedback

Don’t be fooled into thinking cables have to COST a certain percentage of overall system budget

  • that approach is utter nonsense
    • e.g. my Blusesound Node 2 has an excellent Interconnect cable and it sounds amazing - thanks to that cable
  • all systems will respond to great cable choices - I have great cables on my mini system that cost $350 and it sounded so much better after I added the cables

 

Regards Steve

williewonka
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@vinylmisterd - re:

I always wondered why there is never a discussion of the quality of cabling/wires used “inside” the components we buy when discussing external cables/wire. Just thinkin’

There are those that go to great lengths in replacing wires inside their components, but it is more of a niche segment or for the more specialised DIY community.

  • Many Tube gear owners will rewire their comonents, which is made easier if point to point wiring is employed
  • Ans YES! - it does make a difference

Speakers are a popular components to rewire/rebuild and there are several threads in the forums

Regards - Steve

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