Ethernet Cables, do they make a difference?

“My proposal is that gear that is susceptible to a change in a short length of Ethernet cable is faulty”

Great, this is coming from a guy who conduct listening tests on a headphone. 

And the other one, who clearly do not believe that cables can make difference slams his seal of approval on the proposal. I am guessing he doesn’t even stream music; cause all he talks about how his F5 clone, an engineering marvel impervious to aftermarket fuses and cables - PC or IC’s. 

Everyone here who have tried variety of Ethernet cables regardless of price point, heard differences in how music is being conveyed. Some of us appreciated the improvements we heard and some didn’t. I have no qualms with those unable to hear the differences. 

One wouldn’t hear, “more detail, air, articulation, speed of transients and a lower noise floor” by trying different cables and tweaks if they own faulty components, IMHO. 

Peace out! 

@kosst_amojan

“.... unsubstantiated claims you can't back up with any evidence.”

The scientific method is to develop a theory and then test it. The engineer who designed my Bel Canto Black EX DAC developed the theory – Ethernet cables from the wall mount to the Black EX DAC make a difference in sound quality – and I tested it. He tested it. His theory is correct.

I think your response suffers from the Dunning-Kruger effect. I think John Stronczer may be more of an authority on this issue.

Great, this is coming from a guy who conduct listening tests on a headphone.

WGUtz didn't have any headphones when I was out there. 

Lying can't help you now. 

My proposal is that gear that is susceptible to a change in a short length of Ethernet cable is faulty.

My proposal is that gear that is NOT susceptible to a change in a short length of Ethernet cable, need to replace POS gear!