Builder3...thanks for the heads up on the DH Labs sale. I've been toying with the idea of upgrading an older Pangea usb cable that sits between my Aurender and Qutest. Earlier this morning I sent them a quick question on cable length, very quick response. Ordered a .5M Mirage and I've already got a USPS tracking number. Color me impressed.
BTW: they said order the length that you need, that they've had great results with USB cables as short as 7cm.