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Suggestions for a good I2s cable $300-$400 range?

I need an I2s cable to go between my Dinafrips Hermes and Venus II DAC. Some cables I am looking at are:

DH Labs Silversonic 2.1

Purist Audio Design Diamond

Magic HDMI from Harmonic Technology.

I have also heard of the Tubulus Agrentus I2s, but it seems a bit pricey to me @ $539. Is it worth it?

 

Has anyone used any of these or can make another recommendation in my range? I want to stay away from anything that is on the bright side soundwise, but detailed is preferred.

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lordmelton
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Since they are both Denafrips you should be able to use any HDMI or RJ45 (ethernet) cable that hasn’t been altered because the connections will be the same.

Even a cheapo you use with your DVD player.

It only becomes an I2s cable when the wires have been swapped around.

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sfseay
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A high end I2S cable won't make a difference in sound output, but make you feel better.

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sfseay
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A "high end" I2S cable won't make a difference in sound output, but make you feel better.

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fthompson251 OP
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@sfseay sfseay  and I guess you feel impelled to give this advice no matter what? does that make you feel better as well?

jerrybj
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@sfseay 

You say upgraded I2S cables make no difference, having tried some?

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