My interactions weren’t positive either. Two months of waiting for a cable with no delivery or communication is just bad business.
For Those Who Are Unaware of The Cable Company
If you are shopping for new cables and are intimidated by the enormous range of possibilities, The Cable Company might be of interest to you because:
1) Their cable lending library is an affordable means of borrowing already burned in cables and auditioning them at home.
2) They offer individualized advice based upon your budget, gear and sonic preferences.
3) Return/refund policy.
There have been some complaints in the past about salesmen pushing particular brands. This hasn't been my experience, however. I've repeatedly sought out the guidance of one particular guy and I couldn't be more satisfied with how I've been treated and the sonic improvements. If you are intersected, PM me and I will provide you with his name.
They don't carry every cable in existence. Nobody does. But they carry a much greater range than anyone else I know of. Accordingly, my last 5 out of 6 cable purchases have been from them.
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“In fact, if I had the $, I’d try an entire loom of Darwin” I fully acknowledge that everyone hears differently and no two systems are the same. After experimenting with an all-silver loom in my own setup, I’ve found that silver cables are best integrated with a copper loom. A trial is needed with different positions in your system for the most effective outcome. In my experience, going full silver can lead to an overly etched or fatiguing top end unless balanced properly, regardless of brand. Of course, if someone prefers an all-silver loom, it might simply reflect their hearing preferences or room/system synergy — though I sometimes wonder if some of that preference stems from reduced sensitivity to high frequencies. IMHO, silver doesn’t actually amplify or add energy, but its electrical and surface properties can emphasize certain sonic traits, especially treble detail and transient speed thus creating that impression. Silver cables are often perceived to have “more energy” than copper cables primarily due to differences in conductivity and high-frequency behavior. In the end, users can choose how much energy one can handle given their system and more importantly their personal preferences. |
“I wasn’t making any assumptions or assertions” Thanks for the clarification. And I was merely reiterating my experience with a possible outcome of all out silver loom for our readers. Exploring new gear is the fun part of this hobby. It’s always a smart move to only try stuff you can demo at home. |
Thank you! I really appreciate that. And from everything you’ve shared here and your interim system —your passion for music and your thoughtful approach to the hobby really come through. It’s clear you’re navigating some real constraints with both space and aesthetics, but still making the best of it and planning ahead smartly. |
You just described the very traits my audio system embodies and deliver in spades. It’s just not the tonal beauty we seek to create, we also need equal parts coherence, immediacy, and physicality without any listening fatigue. As far as DAC, look into LTA Aero DAC. Based on your preferences, it may be the piece you’re missing. Good luck with your journey! |