Silver or copper cables?

What's up Stevemj? This is at least the second post I've come across where you're cuttin it up. Do you really believe your utterances or are you just looking to spice up what you see as being a dull forum?If your experience tells you cables don't make a difference that’s fine. But could it be that a) your hearing can’t decipher the difference(s) b) your gear won’t let you hear the differencec)You don’t want to hear the difference? Regardless of what you choose to believe you will find a legion of “brainwashed” consumers who (like those spending time on this site) hear it differently. Visit your local nose throat and ear specialist, get them to check out your hearing. Then go forth into Audiophilia, bring along your trusty zip cord and take the Pepsi challenge where and whenever you can. After you’ve put in the time, come back and tell us what you've found.

Wasn't this thread about Silver vs. Copper?

Stevemj Why not start a new thread? I'm certain that many folks would be interested in indulging you on the subject.

FYI there are many things that effect the sound of a wire. One could categorize these as factors that increase or decrease accurate transference of the original signal (and moderate distortion of the original signal). One of the most significant “contributors” to the sound of any given cable is the dielectric (its application and composition). Shielding can also improve or detract from a cable’s ability to maintain the accuracy of the information carried. This isn’t even taking into consideration the metal(s) used, purity, resistance to magnetic information, geometry/configuration and how well the finished cable rejects RFI/EMI. There are also legitimate arguments as to conductor depth and vs. signal. Cable construction (resistance, capacitance, inductance and impedance) will effect the relationship between speaker & amp. Accurate (less distorted) transfer of signal is highly dependant on the length of cable run, spacing of conductors (in relation to one another) etc. The considerations your question presents could be taken to extremes. In the end its all dependant on your listening preferences and equipment, and whether or not YOU value the differences and are willing to pay for them.