Replacing stock tonearm cable


It has been suggested that I replace the stock tonearm cable that comes with the new Tri-Planar arm. Does changing out a tonearm cable make an appreciable difference? Is it worth the bucks? Please no "try it and hear's". My contention is that it's like changing interconects. Any suggestions?

By the way, the Tri-Planar has yet to arrive.

Also, through a long-winded combination of luck and coincidence I will be receiving a pair of new Rogue 150 Monoblocks, Conrad Johnson PV10BL preamp, Avid Volvare table, Tri-Planar arm and Lyra Helicon cart all within a week of each other. I'm freakin!!!.

The Rogue'sw are supposed to be something else, 90 watts in triode.
richardmr

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Timo - Actually every purchase is a "try it and hear". I am just looking for educated opinions based on experience. The buyer is always the final determining factor. I sometimes get frustrated, though, that hi-fi isn't finite enough. I really enjoy the process of doing my homework and shopping but, for example, a $700 rug is better than a $100 rug. That's not the case in audio. So the "try it and hear" is expensive. Cable's seem to be the biggest culprit. Thanks for your opinion.

TWL - isn't your response a quandry? I know what you mean and thanks. But "see what it can do" is still mystifying. I may think all sounds great. But, how would I know without countless comparisons. It's very difficult to remain satisfied in this "hobby". That's why I look for strong opinions. Thanks.
Thanks, guys. By the way, anyone heard a Zeus? The 150 monoblocks I'm getting mimic the circuitry of the Zeus.