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WHY CABLES MATTER!

I have seen the argument over and over again on why cables matter and the that wire is just wire and how scientifically it’s impossible for them to make a difference. The thing that surprises me the most is that different materials are used. Different shielding is used. Different connectors are used. Different braiding methods of the cables are used. Materials are sourced from different manufacturers and put through different creative processes but I always get some guy who comes on and says. WIRE IS WIRE AND YOU ARE NOT HEARING WHAT YOU ARE HEARING? To me it’s pure arrogance to think you know more than everybody else to the point where you tell me what we are hearing through my ears and we are not smart enough to know when are minds are playing trick on us. But using all these different materials, process and shielding and creative processes don’t make a difference. I spent the last 15 years trying all the cables I could try.  Thoughts anyone?

calvinj
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ernstmach
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Facten,

appreciate what you are saying. " I realize the science end has fewer proponents.

"Are you really in a position to say/conclude that what they stated doesn’t occur?"

Not saying it doesn't happen. I do know that my work with pulling deep vacuum says anything will out gas just cannot say it means anything hence the ongoing questionnaire. As far as contaminates in 4-9s pure wire I find it hard to believe that contaminant size has enough mass to be of consequence.

I'm far more inclined to believe the words of someone that has the credentials earned towards this subject. 

Has anyone considered that the wire might sound even more different due to cold working ot the wire? 

Thanks for the responses!

calvinj OP
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@tonywinga my system actually sounds better in a carpeted room. I have hard woods. I will be at lone star audio fest in Dallas with my system minus the subs in June 

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Cool.  My son lives in Dallas. 

calvinj OP
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@tonywinga come check us out.  Looking forward 

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ernstmach
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@ tvrgeek

Thanks for your detailed response. I'm usually skeptical about such claims as I listed. 

I also realize I have much to learn. Working in a research environment has helped me to be skeptical but with a need/want to understand.

After reading through this thread, it is obvious that everyone has their insights and preference built on their experience and knowledge. That is what I was looking for.

Thanks to all that responded.

 

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