Ethernet cables


I’m of the opinion given what I’ve read that Ethernet cables, along with everything else in the streaming chain, can make a significant difference in ultimate streaming performance (please those who think it’s just 1s and 0s please stay out of this).  Due to this I bought a Wireworld Starlight 8 Ethernet cable because it seems much better than generic cables but certainly far short of the higher $$$ Ethernet cables (the WW platinum would be an obvious case in point).  My question is, with the Starlight 8 how much good can I expect over lower-priced or generic Ethernet cables and how much more performance can I expect from stepping up to better Ethernet cables?  Please be specific if you’ve directly A/Bed the Starlight 8 versus better cables as that’d be very useful and helpful info.  Thanks!

soix

@audphile1 ​​@soix 

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My systems use a wall wart range extender plugged in next to my systems. I know many $100K+ systems running this way. A good streamer / short Ethernet cable and you have a fantastic sounding system.

I suggest the Blue Jeans Cat 5e (Belden 1700A) patch cable - https://www.bluejeanscable.com/store/data-cables/index.htm. Proven performance as every cable is tested before it ships to make sure it's within spec (you're given the test printout in the package).

 

If you want to future-proof your in-wall run, I would go with the Blue Jeans Horizontal 6A cable.

 

yage

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If you want to future-proof your in-wall run, I would go with the Blue Jeans Horizontal 6A cable.

Interesting. Running an obsolete cable is future proofing your in wall network run. Who would’ve thought….

@audphile1

How is Cat 6A obsolete?

Seeing as how streamers that cost thousands of dollars already use obsolete processors and gigabit Ethernet, I think most audiophiles will be ok.

1. Cat8 is the current version. Copper Ethernet for home use is unlikely the future

2. Running cables in walls is nearly a thing of the past with the introduction of mesh network.