Suggestions on Ethernet cables for Accuphase digital separates..


I have a quick question that hopefully the members here can help me with. I recently purchased the Accuphase separates DC 1000 and DP 1000 and the DAC and Transport are connected by an ethernet cable.  A J45 if I have that correct, is the standard connection for this application. I would appreciate if any members here who own these pieces have upgraded this cable connection and what cable they went to and why. Thank you in advance.....      

garebear

I don’t pick cables based on equipment, I base the decision on what cable provides the sound characteristics I’m looking for. Just because one person likes XYZ cable with their equipment in their system for their tastes doesn’t mean it’ll work for you. Everyone’s sonic preferences and systems are unique so I’d suggest reading a lot of reviews and whittle it down to those that exhibit the sound characteristics you’re looking for. Then if you can find them used do that — buying/selling used cables is easy and often with little/no loss if you purchase wisely, and you’ll save a bundle as well. Just my $0.02 FWIW, and best of luck.

.......SOIX I agree 100%, but with that said, I was hoping that others who own these pieces could shed some of their ideas and opinions. This is my first venture into Ethernet cables. I don't want to cheap out but do agree that of some these cables and their manufacturers have them way over priced. Looking for that happy medium as as you noted, will provide the sonic characteristics. Thank you again for your response.      

I don’t pick cables based on equipment, I base the decision on what cable provides the sound characteristics I’m looking for.

^^^^ this ^^^^

try cables from supra or dhlabs... well made with quality materials and reasonably priced

@garebear cat 7 or cat 8 doesn’t matter. RJ45 connections are standard. What matters is they don’t all sound the same and even if someone with the exact same components gives you a recommendation it will not guarantee your results with the same cable considering other variables such as the rest of the audio chain, room acoustics and personal preference for sound qualities. 
So I get you didn’t like my response and it wasn’t what you wanted to hear but it’s the reality. 

I’ll add that I agree with you about the cable company as I had few bad interactions in the last couple of years but it’s still a viable option.