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why do people feel the need to buy expensive cable

I have tried expensive cables and one's moderately priced. I would say there were some differences but I can't actually say the expensive cables were better. IMHO I believe a lot of people buy expensive cables because they don't actual trust their ears and are afraid of making a mistake. They figure the expensive cables are better for the fact they cost more. If you have a difference of opinion or share the same thoughts, I would like to hear about it.
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jl35
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thanks...

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geoffkait
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Twelve pages?! How about 40 years? 
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lloydc
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Science is not a religion. That's ridiculous.
firstgrowth
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I've been in this hobby for more than 40 years and have, over that time gone the expensive cable route.  Those are all gone thanks to a friend who builds world class amps and pre amps for a living.  I now run 16ga Duelund tinned copper for my speakers and Duelund 20ga for home made ICs.  The RCAs are $4 switchcraft.  The sound is incredible.  Musical and open.
I'd never knock anyone who has the resources and desire to spend more.  We all make choices.  
I don't get the Porsche analogy though.  How can one compare something mechanical to something passive?  Of course higher grade parts on a machine will make a difference.  But on wire?  
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jafant
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I hope taters makes his comeback in 2018 !
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