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Speaker Cable Burn in Companies
You don't need that.  Just hook them up and let it play for a couple of days.  Loud volume is not necessary. 
What DIN to RCA Cable (for Naim CD Player) do you guys use?
DH Labs D-750 -   DH has a list of well-known Pro-Audio Recording and Mastering studios using that cable.   I find it to be a very analog sounding cable which allows for easy listening over long periods of time.  The price is good as well. 
Which is better Coax or Optical cables
I have always preferred Digital Coax, but must admit that the new DH Labs Glass Master Toslink does indeed sound more analog with no loss in resolution.  The people on this board touting Glass Optical Cables are correct. 
Jumper Cables - use the stock or should they be upgraded ?
If your cables are set-up for bi-wiring, it is usually best to do so.  That being said, DH Labs/Silver-Sonic offers seriously high-quality custom jumper sets for under $50.00.  I use them, and they made a very noticeable difference. 
Which 3.5mm to Stereo RCA Cables for Cary SLP-03 Preamp
DH Labs BL-1 iCable.  Very dynamic, Made In USA and a terrific value. 
Anybody here terminate DH Labs BL-1 cable?
BL-1 is easily the best bang-for-the-buck IC out there.  Assembled my own with Bullet Plugs a few years back, and couldn't be happier !  Super high resolution silver-coated, but you can listen ALL DAY w/o ear fatigue.  That is a difficult combinat... 
Who do you think makes the best TOSLINK cable?
The new DH Labs Glass Master Toslink is the best I have heard by Far !  I have not tested the Lifatec, but glass fibers are most certainly the way to go. 
Which model USB and SPDIF (AES) digital cable you use?
I have found the DH Labs D-110 to be the best choice for performance and value. 
What is the best dielectric?
Silversonic/DH Labs has a dielectric on their Air Matrix Cable that is a Teflon material that is actually 70% air.  Think of it as a less dense Teflon foam. 
Will a RCA to RCA adapter hurt the sound?
You are only as good as your weakest link, and that crap is all made in China. 
looking for long single ended cables phono pre to
DH Labs has a "Made in USA" Phono Cable called Dimension, and I really like the sound and construction.  It is very similar to their Air Matrix in that it offers ultra low resistance and is ideal for long runs.  If you want "bang for buck," there ... 
Nordost Red Dawn "Flatline" interconnect Want to replace with a more musical sounding IC.
DH Labs Revelation. Very Musical and unbelievably neutral for a pure-silver Interconnect. The head honcho at Upscale Audio told me that DH Labs is Nordost without the price tag. That is the best advice I have been given in a long time.....