I have owned 8TC and Alpha Core MI2 Goertz Veracity and prefer the Alpha Core for about the same money. It is easily the best cable I have tried for the money but the Kimber 8TC is second. I think the Kimber has nice tone but the bass is a little weak. Stereophile recommends 8TC bi wired to improve the bass. I would still prefer the Alpha Core myself as it has terrific midrange tone which is really special and great balance too.
