All depends what you want to spend in this hobbyNope ... since we can enjoy what we have .
Absolutely I'm just pointing out how expensive seemingly every "chain" is now getting
I'm not exactly one to talk because regular price of the Sonorous X that I use is around that same ballpark.. I was very fortunate to find them for about two grand a year ago--including an obviously high-tier silver cable. Not only do they sound superb with the right pairing (and the N8ii definitely qualifies), but it's a bit of a nostalgic piece because their exquisite design was a "no holds barred" last audio product from the legendary founder of Final (Takai-san) before he passed away.
A new pair of Traillii + Orpheus sets you $ 14K further ...