Shunyata Anaconda VX or Elrod III?

Both cables are great. Depends on what you need. Anaconda for warmth and musicality. Elrod for transparency.

For what it's worth: the Elrod cords are NOT Electraglide cords. From what I've heard, they have been SIGNIFICANTLY improved (see Bob Neill's review in Positive Feedback, for example). Also, be aware that the Signature Elrods are considerably better than the standard cords. Finally, the Signatures are less expensive than the Anaconda. I have no connection with Elrod (or any other manufacturer or dealer), by the way. I'm just a very happy customer/user of the Elrod cords, including having upgraded from the standards to the Signatures. Also, if you're looking for great cords for much less money, you might want to consider the TG SLVR cord. (see also Bob Neill's review in PF). Good luck.

Elrod 3 Signature or Kimber Palladium PK10

Either is as good or better than the Annaconda VX IMHO.

I have compared the VX to the Palladium in a reference system, and the Palladiums are as good or better. I think the Elrod 3 Signature is a slightly better cord than the Palladium (it is a matter of taste and system and component). The 3 Signature performs remarkably on my Ayre CX-7 CDP.

KF