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Tiny bridges everywhere, but why?

As I am getting closer to my first "complete" system, I am starting to research and get opinions on smaller tweaks. The cherries on top, so to speak. The term "smaller" covers the size, cost and possible impact to SQ. 

I do not know what they are called but I am seeing all sorts of devices holding up cables. Don't know why but they remind me of Navy Seals running out of the ocean with a telephone pole over their shoulder...

Thanks to this forum I have learned that everything in some way impacts SQ, so whatever these thingamabobs are called, do they impact SQ or are they a form of cable management? Both? Do materials matter? Am I going to have to splurge on rosewood versions treated with stain containing ash from one of Jerry Garcia's guitars, or could I use old shoes for now to accomplish whatever mission these fulfill?

I could have Googled this topic, but I want to hear from you - Your experience, choices, etc. 
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tommylion
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My listening room is carpeted, so I was able to cut and notch some pieces of cardboard to test the idea of cable lifters. Sure enough, they made a nice improvement, and I ended up getting a set of Audiquest Fog Lifters, which work great for me.

https://www.audioquest.com/accessories/audio-enhancements/fog-lifters

I like the way they make minimal contact with the cables. Also, the giant spider look has grown on me, but you, or others in your household, might disagree😉

Another related area you might want to delve into, if you haven’t already, is vibration control. I have found the solutions from Herbie’s Audio Lab work very well, and they are reasonably priced (at least in the context of this hobby). Putting Tenderfeet under your components is a good place to start.

https://herbiesaudiolab.com

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