Xangsane Cryo OCC vs Sterling Silver XLRs

An alternate option with the Xangsane XS-1105AG cable is to buy it in bulk ($60 USD/m) and DIY terminate using Viborg XM203AG and XF203AG solid silver conductor XLR connectors (~$40 USD/ea), which works out to roughly the same price as the terminated XS-1105AG with Xangsane connectors.

I offer this because I have been disappointed by an otherwise good cable with subpar connectors. Scant little detail about the metallurgy or construction of the included Xangsane connectors is provided. On the other hand, I have found the Viborg brand to be of consistently solid design, quality, and good fitment, with performance squarely on par with some much more expensive boutique hardware.

@stillbuyingtoys Ah, of course, that makes perfect sense - no reason to DIY anything given you have the option to return for a refund if dissatisfied.

I am curious about the Xangsane silver although I suspect it may be a bit thin and dry in comparison to my present configuration (Belden 8428 18 AWG tinned OFC) and therefore I harbor no expectations. Awaiting your detailed evaluation.