Ethernet Cable

@joecasey  It will be helpful if you state a budget and length.

@lalitk  conducted a direct comparison between a few LAN cables and ultimately chose the Purist (though I think he also liked the SoTM). And I believe he had some fellow audiophiles over to help with the shoot out and they also preferred the Purist, so his recommendation is vetted and a good one.

I like SoTM. There are many other good choices like Wireworld, etc.

@doug_schroeder also conducted a LAN shootout (his review is on Dagogo) and I believe he preferred Wireworld.

AudioBacon is another site to look at for in-depth LAN reviews. Audiostream would be another site to check.

Test a few options within your system to see what works best for you.

PS. I have had success with longer runs using more Cost Effective options like Supra CAT 8 and Oyaide.

Yes, the Neo by Oyaide

Here in English (on their site):

http://www.neo-w.com/english/is-707e.html

@joecasey   Looking forward to your findings with the AQ Vodka and the Supra CAT8 LAN cables.

@lalitk  Let's do it!

@joecasey   Cool! It will be interesting to learn about what you find. 

@joecasey   Great to hear! Glad you are happy with the results. I use the Supra CAT8 for my peripheral connections. Looking forward to your head-to-head impressions with the Oyaide cable.

@lalitk   The build quality is very nice! SOtM could use those, right? : )

Looking forward to learning how you find it works out within your system.

@joecasey  and @lalitk  Great to hear that the Supra CAT 8 has worked out so well for both of you! Thanks for the updates.

Looking forward to your ongoing impressions as well as the new ones from @illuminator 

@illuminator That’s good to know. Many are super pleased with the Wireworld. It’s one I need to try out.

What was different between the two cables and where did the Wireworld stand out and the Supras fall short, for you? Thank you.

@illuminator   Thanks!  Fuller and involving...can't beat that! Great to hear the Wireworld Starlight CAT8 is delivering what you prefer in your system.

I encourage you to 'treat' your router as you would any major audio component. In other words, apply proper isolation and make use of an upgraded power supply and power (DC) cable. This WILL enhance system performance as well.

@respected_ent Congratulations on adding Tidal and streaming music to your repertoire!

LAN cables will make a difference and should provide you with better sound quality. And yes, there are sonic differences and performance levels between LAN cables.