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Zavfino
The cable was pretty beat up with the prior owner. But you already knew that: https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649786264-zavfino-silver-dart-15m/ 
Zavfino
OP here, quick update:My pursuit of Zavfino is now over. Because the full Zavfino loom is complete.My system is pretty simple. Digital only. Streaming DAC, transport, integrated amp, speakers. Here is my Zavfino lineup:Speaker cables, two runs as ... 
< $400 USB Cable Contenders Late 2021
Spencer @sbank : no problem at all. Sometimes used deals on cables can be found below 50%, depending on how long the cable has been around. I appreciate your post. Very nice gesture.I also have found from the experience over the years that I'd rat... 
< $400 USB Cable Contenders Late 2021
I did not fail to read your original post. I read posts that are longer than TikTok posts. I am just sharing my experiences since you mentioned buying used. Feel free to ignore my post. Best of luck to you. Hopefully someone, just one, will confir... 
< $400 USB Cable Contenders Late 2021
To the OP @sbank Spencer: I no longer use USB cables, but when I did, my favorites were these two:1) Synergistic Atmosphere X Reference (about $1,000 retail): https://www.thecableco.com/cables/usb-cable/atmosphere-x-reference-usb-cable-8099.html2)... 
A budget power cord has speed and transparent but not overly bright.
Absolutely pinpoint observations Steve @williewonka !!Tight pitch twist is their main construction / stranding / geometry, as well as Pure Copper 6N (PC) Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC). The highest up in the line (Silver Darts) have hybrid silver copp... 
New speaker cables recommendations sought
Nobody gives a flying frack to what you say or link. You seem to be full of yourself. 
A budget power cord has speed and transparent but not overly bright.
If gauge does not matter, the Zavfino Fina may be a good choice at $288 for 1.5 meter.https://zavfinousa.com/collections/power-cables/products/fina-occ-power-cable-14awgIt’s 14 gauge, and the entry level to their OCC range. 
Zavfino
Here, I found my Cardas Clear Reflection old ad: https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lis9c097-cardas-audio-clear-reflection-cardas-clear-reflection-spe...It looks like I sold them almost three years ago.  
Zavfino
Honestly @sdl4 it’s been several years since I owned Cardas Clear Reflections. Different speakers, different amps. It’s been a while and there is no way for me to remember and compare with Zavfino. I did not even know Zavfino existed until earlier... 
New speaker cables recommendations sought
Zavfino Prima MKII. That’s what I have and I am very happy.https://zavfinousa.com/collections/speaker-cables/products/prima-speaker-cableAbout $600 for a 2.5 meter pair.I used to own Cardas Clear Reflection a few years back. They were pretty good ... 
Network Switches
You have definitely placed an immense amount of importance, AND work, on your network, as well as power, if not more. Kudos to you! 
Zavfino
Not yet @kimurastanley.@kimurastanley.I received two silver darts power cords yesterday, but I am letting them break in somewhere else (not audio).I currently have and use the following: One Prima MKII power cordPrima MKII speaker cables (I use tw... 
@mention
Yup that works @jea48  but it’s a lot of work 😂 
If Power Cords Don't Matter...
I don’t know my man. Sherlock Holmes. I just use plain old fashion ears. Put it on. Listen. Repeat. While you are at it, buy a $25,000 audio Precission equipment. Or a Null Tester from Ethan. Whatever turns you on. Or read stuff people with AP pos...