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I have received my ALO Cryo SXC 18G iMod cable this morning via FedEx priority and it only took about 2-3 days to be shipped here (Singapore). I was impressed with how Ken treated the item with proper packaging and care when it comes to shipping.

The LOD itself, I feel (yes I can), is a product built with pride and love. The level of attention given into the making and finish is truely remarkable. I really appreciate the final touches like the ALO labeling and treatment used throughout the various parts of the item. I must also commend that the braids implemented are really even and very professionally done.

Now for the sound, I have only plugged it into my 4G Nano and i-Qube to let it burn in before the iMod comes back from Vinnie (hopefully, 2 weeks later). I can sense some improvement over the DIY 22G I have with me, right out of it's sealed packaging, and I really want to see how burning in can help the Blackgates. I see a true potential in this product and it does better than my Ultimate Link Silver Master-i line out dock (24G pure silver).

As described, it produces the highs that are comparable to Silver, but also compensates and add to the lower spectrum of the sound as to what copper should. It gives a fuller sound without losing the details, which I really appreciate, especially when used with my ER4P/S and i-Qube.

My only main concern will be to reform the wires so that it can fit the 5.5G 80GB iMod and the i-Qube. I'm thinking of applying some heat using warm air from a hair dryer. Is this step of heating to soften the wires and then to reform them, a recommended procedure? Please advice.

Lastly, I would like to thank Ken for being such a pleasure to do business with. He answers to all my questions (no matter how ridiculous they are) and never fail to give good advice. I will definitely turn to him for any cable related issues.