AQ Rocket 88 DBS or no DBS?

Thanks for the replies. The non-DBS Rocket 88 is being sold by what I believe to be an authorized AQ dealer- www.musicdirect.com.

I definitely appreciate the comments about the risks and hazards of purchasing fake audio cabling. We all enjoy a good bargain, but at least for me, I don't want to chances that might screw up my beloved audio system!

This is an old thread, but I want to ask that question again for anyone having the Audioquest Rocket 88s with and without DBS. Audio Advisor sells them without the DBS and want to know if it really is worth the extra to have the DBS.

If it makes a sonic difference to the point where music reproduction is improved, then DBS is worth it.

I use the Rocket 88 for high level input on my sub from the speakers woofer input and the DBS makes a substantial change in the articulation and clarity. I might also add that I prefer the old 72vdc battery packs vs the new ones with the RF trap. Of course YMMV...