cable doubter no more

Jae,
The transition of going from talking about cables to electronics is not as smooth. To answer your questions head on: Price alone is neither indicative of a component's performance (objectively) nor of its sound (subjectively)!

Zieman,
I beg to differ. Take a closer look. Name one component that is at the leading edge of technology in audio that is past my Digital Audio Denmark AX24? Name one component in my room that can be outperformed/outclassed by a component at Best Buy. You are getting into it with someone with advanced degrees not only in Physics but also in Electrical Engineering. I think that I know a thing or two about the state of electronics, both digital and analog circuit design, digital filters, cable transmission and electrical and acoustic prorogation theory. I will gladly submit my credentials up for scrutiny and you should do the same. Before you start questioning my contribution you better make sure you know what kind of tree it is that you are barking at!

Carlos, I would simply refer you to comments already posted about your collection.

11-13-08: Carlos269

The transition of going from talking about cables to electronics is not as smooth. To answer your questions head on: Price alone is neither indicative of a component's performance (objectively) nor of its sound (subjectively)!

Carlos,
Why can't we throw the same blanket over power cords and interconnects?

Jea48,

Surely we can.

Its a lot cheaper and easier to switch from one decent wire to another, especially when one buys used. Wires are also low risk used compared to more complex audio technologies and they tend to depreciate in value from new just like other gear.

Also one can get carried away regarding the price/value proposition with most anything, not just stereo gear.

Wow dudes, I'm amazed at how a simple statement in the original post turned into pure bulls**t!!!