markt1600
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Hi everyone,
I'm a proud owner of a new copper Kimber Axios cable that pairs when my Focal Stellias.
Love the boxing, build quality and overall experience of using these cables. I have never seen cables braided so beautifully and they are a joy to look at and to hold. But (and I hope this doesn't ruffle any feathers), I'm not entirely sure I can detect an audible difference with using these cables.
I should preface this by saying that I don't think I have particularly "golden ears". I can barely discern the difference between many DACs and after adjusting for volume and power, even between amps of equivalent quality.
If I train myself to listen, in a quiet listening environment and with concentration, I can discern subtle differences IF I know what to look for and this is rewarding for me. For everyday listening, even if I am not paying 100% attention and listening critically, it's nice to know that those subtle details are there if I were to look for them.
My question is for high end cables (going from stock cables that are already of pretty decent quality), what should I be listening for?
I'm a proud owner of a new copper Kimber Axios cable that pairs when my Focal Stellias.
Love the boxing, build quality and overall experience of using these cables. I have never seen cables braided so beautifully and they are a joy to look at and to hold. But (and I hope this doesn't ruffle any feathers), I'm not entirely sure I can detect an audible difference with using these cables.
I should preface this by saying that I don't think I have particularly "golden ears". I can barely discern the difference between many DACs and after adjusting for volume and power, even between amps of equivalent quality.
If I train myself to listen, in a quiet listening environment and with concentration, I can discern subtle differences IF I know what to look for and this is rewarding for me. For everyday listening, even if I am not paying 100% attention and listening critically, it's nice to know that those subtle details are there if I were to look for them.
My question is for high end cables (going from stock cables that are already of pretty decent quality), what should I be listening for?