Cable Asylum: REVIEW: DIY by Chris VenHaus Cat5 Speaker Cable Cable by TopPop

Model:	Cat5 Speaker Cable
Category:	Cable
Suggested Retail Price:	materials cost about $45
Description:	Braided Cat5 Network Cable
Manufacturer URL:	DIY by Chris VenHaus
Manufacturer URL:	DIY by Chris VenHaus

Review by TopPop ( A ) on January 06, 2003 at 20:39:31
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First of all, I would like to say that I don't have a system that is anything close to what everyone else on this site probably have. Thus said, however, I can still tell a difference with these cables. I thought that it would be an interesting project, even if they didn't end up any better than my 12 awg Monster Cable wire. When I first hooked them up, I have to be honest, I couldn't tell much of a difference. The longer I listen, however, and the more cds I listen to, I can start to hear the soundfield start to broaden a bit. I can actually begin to place where sounds are supposed to be coming from around my room. In conclusion, aside from the horrid fingers you will end up with, these cables are definitely worth your while, even if you don't have a high-end system.

Product Weakness: Will mess up your fingers!
Product Strengths: Clarity

Associated Equipment for this Review:
Amplifier:	Onkyo TX-DS575x
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	none
Sources (CDP/Turntable):	Denon DCD-610
Speakers:	Polk Monitor 10s
Cables/Interconnects:	Monster Cable / DIY
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Jazz/Rock
Type of Audition/Review:	Product Owner

Product Weakness:	Will mess up your fingers!
Product Strengths:	Clarity