Final Touch Sinope USB?

Hey @bluethinker, I used the Sinope for a while going from an Aurender N30SA to a T+A SDV 3100 HV. It is one of only two USB cables I have ever loved, the second one being the Synergistic Research SRX, which does best it, but also costs considerably more. I’ve tried many USB cables, and the Sinope is amongst the best of them. I’m typically more of an AES/EBU guy, but the two cables mentioned above are exceptional. The Sinope was the first that I felt really got away from the 5VDC-generated noise and presents very naturally. The SRX does the same but at a greater level of realism. I’ve tested many other USB cables in the $1K+ range and the Sinope definitely is a great performer. 

I use the FTA Callisto. I love it. I would love to upgrade to the Sinope one day.  

This might be worth a read: Christiaan compares it to his 2022 USB favourite Sinope. 

https://www.hifi-advice.com/blog/review/cables-reviews/reviews-digital-cable/mad-scientist-audio-prime-usb/

I have a friend who recommends the Final Touch cables, he has several of them including the Callisto USB and ranks them highly. I had been considering trying them out but then got side tracked with Veritas Cables instead. They sound great in my system. I just got their Audax USB which is their top model. No idea how it compares to the FTA Callisto or Sinope but I am very pleased with it so far. 

For reference, I am also using a Zenith mark III, along with a Modwright Elyse DAC, Luxman CL-38uC SE preamp, MQ-88uC amplifier, and then the Tannoy Turnberry GR speakers. I've been slowly switching to Veritas for all of my cables and in a few months will be exclusive once I do the power and speaker cables. 

@blisshifi - Thank you for your reply. I read on the forum that AES/EBU is the way to go, but I guess my Innuos ZENith mkiii works exclusively with USB. I appreciate your thoughtful contributions on Audiogon, btw. Always feels authentic and substantive. 

@campo007 - Would love to hear your thoughts on the Callisto. Based on your experience, what impact does it have on your system? 

@mclinnguy - Thank you. Great read. Oddly enough, I've been intrigued by Mad Scientist. Their USB cables seem to be quite popular and read nothing but good things about them. That Prime cable is definitely up there in budget right next to the Final Touch Sinope, which makes it a good comparison.  

@tubeguy80 - That's a great system you've got there. I bet it sounds fantastic. Yes, I've seen Veritas advertised. Good to know they sound great in your system. I get the sense the guys behind the company are passionate about what I've read.