I have been somewhat entertained by the proponents on both "sides" of this issue. The only thing that was actually "proven", though, was the notion that fur would fly.
Despite of Uncle Fester's tone at times, there was some decent advice. There is plenty of fodder in the thread to support the claim that many just don't like it when people disagree with their opinion and that otherwise mild-mannered folks will cast off the cloak of reason when someone does so.
I decided to check out the aunt's husband's recommendation regarding Nirvana cables, and came up with this "testimonial" from their website (which I quote below) - speaking of gobbledygook!!
"Steve,
This is the best cable I have ever heard-by a big margin over most all, and a surprisingly significant amount over my previous favorite, the Xxxxxxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx. I still can't believe how much better it is. My system has never sounded better. More people should hear these, why would anyone pay $4,000 for a pair of Xxxxxxxxxx with some gobbledygook RC network in an expensive box, when this is available with no bullshit? It's also great that you don't make any secrets about the construction technique, and provide measurements. Wait 'till my friends at Listen Up and Soundings hear this.
Thanks again.
Christopher"
http://www.nirvanaaudio.com/reviews.htm
Despite of Uncle Fester's tone at times, there was some decent advice. There is plenty of fodder in the thread to support the claim that many just don't like it when people disagree with their opinion and that otherwise mild-mannered folks will cast off the cloak of reason when someone does so.
I decided to check out the aunt's husband's recommendation regarding Nirvana cables, and came up with this "testimonial" from their website (which I quote below) - speaking of gobbledygook!!
"Steve,
This is the best cable I have ever heard-by a big margin over most all, and a surprisingly significant amount over my previous favorite, the Xxxxxxxxxxx Xxxxxxxxx. I still can't believe how much better it is. My system has never sounded better. More people should hear these, why would anyone pay $4,000 for a pair of Xxxxxxxxxx with some gobbledygook RC network in an expensive box, when this is available with no bullshit? It's also great that you don't make any secrets about the construction technique, and provide measurements. Wait 'till my friends at Listen Up and Soundings hear this.
Thanks again.
Christopher"
http://www.nirvanaaudio.com/reviews.htm