I didn't bother to read through everything, so sorry if I duplicate what anyone has said.I tried the ceramic type cable risers and they worked well. Giving a small but noticeable improvement. Then Synergistic came out with a mark II version of their original risers and I picked up a set when on sale. They were a slight improvement over my old ceramics, so without hearing the new ones, I would think that they are even better. Don't expect a change that will blow you away, but there is an across the board improvement in your sound quality, clarity, soundstage, etc.As always YMMV.Good listening,Mike