Is there really a difference between different fiber optic cables?

[eye bro kit]

I recently bought the Monster Ultra 1000 and the Ultra 600
for Dolby Digital. Not only am I not able to hear a
difference between the two cables, but I don't hear a
difference between them and a relatively generic optical
cable I had on hand from years back.
I'm using the PSB Image 5.1 setup, and an NAD surround
preamp and power amp, with LAT International interconnects
and speaker cable (pricey cables, but they were given to me
by a friend who tests equipment for a living). My sources
are a Dish Network 610 receiver and a Sony PS3 for Blu-Ray
movies.
If there are nothing but 0s and 1s going to the preamp, why
would I be able to here a difference between the optical
cables, to begin with? Of course, the salesman insists there
will be a huge difference, but couldn't really explain why.
I've got another 22 days to return them, but would love to
get some opinions nonetheless.
Thanks for any answers you offer. I apologize if this has
been discussed ad nauseum.

ebk

[George M. Middius]

eye bro kit said:

> If there are nothing but 0s and 1s going to the preamp, why
> would I be able to here a difference between the optical
> cables, to begin with?

You're worshipping the wrong god.




--

Krooscience: The antidote to education, experience, and excellence.

[AZ Nomad]

On Sun, 22 Apr 2007 16:38:06 GMT, eye bro kit > wrote:


>I recently bought the Monster Ultra 1000 and the Ultra 600
>for Dolby Digital. Not only am I not able to hear a
>difference between the two cables, but I don't hear a
>difference between them and a relatively generic optical
The only people who hear differences are those who are lying
to themselves.
Invariably when put to a blind test, they suddenly can't hear any differences.

[George M. Middius]

Bozoborg takes the bait.

> >I recently bought the Monster Ultra 1000 and the Ultra 600
> >for Dolby Digital. Not only am I not able to hear a
> >difference between the two cables, but I don't hear a
> >difference between them and a relatively generic optical

> Invariably when put to a blind test, they suddenly can't hear any differences.

If you listen to bottom-feeders like Bozoborg, you'll start to believe
"blind tests" are the cure for class envy.

Bozo has never participated in any "blind tests" of consumer audio gear.
Surprised that he'd try to shove them down your throat without any
proven results that they work? That's the beauty of faith--you can
believe in anything, whether it exists or not.




--

Krooscience: The antidote to education, experience, and excellence.

[MiNe 109]

In article >,
eye bro kit > wrote:

> I recently bought the Monster Ultra 1000 and the Ultra 600
> for Dolby Digital. Not only am I not able to hear a
> difference between the two cables, but I don't hear a
> difference between them and a relatively generic optical
> cable I had on hand from years back.
> I'm using the PSB Image 5.1 setup, and an NAD surround
> preamp and power amp, with LAT International interconnects
> and speaker cable (pricey cables, but they were given to me
> by a friend who tests equipment for a living). My sources
> are a Dish Network 610 receiver and a Sony PS3 for Blu-Ray
> movies.
> If there are nothing but 0s and 1s going to the preamp, why
> would I be able to here a difference between the optical
> cables, to begin with? Of course, the salesman insists there
> will be a huge difference, but couldn't really explain why.
> I've got another 22 days to return them, but would love to
> get some opinions nonetheless.
> Thanks for any answers you offer. I apologize if this has
> been discussed ad nauseum.

If that's what you think, go with it.

If cheepniss is your thing, these look utilitarian:

http://www.amazon.com/Fiber-Optical-Toslink-Digital-Interface/dp/customer
-reviews/B0002MQGOK

Stephen

[eye bro kit]

MiNe 109 wrote:
> In article >,
> eye bro kit > wrote:
>
>> I recently bought the Monster Ultra 1000 and the Ultra 600
>> for Dolby Digital. Not only am I not able to hear a
>> difference between the two cables, but I don't hear a
>> difference between them and a relatively generic optical
>> cable I had on hand from years back.
>> I'm using the PSB Image 5.1 setup, and an NAD surround
>> preamp and power amp, with LAT International interconnects
>> and speaker cable (pricey cables, but they were given to me
>> by a friend who tests equipment for a living). My sources
>> are a Dish Network 610 receiver and a Sony PS3 for Blu-Ray
>> movies.
>> If there are nothing but 0s and 1s going to the preamp, why
>> would I be able to here a difference between the optical
>> cables, to begin with? Of course, the salesman insists there
>> will be a huge difference, but couldn't really explain why.
>> I've got another 22 days to return them, but would love to
>> get some opinions nonetheless.
>> Thanks for any answers you offer. I apologize if this has
>> been discussed ad nauseum.
>
> If that's what you think, go with it.
>
> If cheepniss is your thing, these look utilitarian:
>
> http://www.amazon.com/Fiber-Optical-Toslink-Digital-Interface/dp/customer
> -reviews/B0002MQGOK
>
> Stephen

Thanks to you all for your assistance. Off to see the wizard...

ebk