18-Jan-2024, 15:27
(18-Jan-2024, 10:59)Norty Wrote: Looking for input on an ethernet cable. Is it worth the investment for “music grade” cable or wil a good Cat 6 /7 do the job? I only need 1M+ and I only get 25Mbps’s max internet speed. I got the Lumin U2 mini so a very good streamer. If you do believe it makes a difference any suggestions on recommended cables at the value end of the line would be appreciated. When I bought the streamer, I went well above my budget, it was worth it but there is a limit. Currently using a Cat6 which came with the unit.
I like the low-mid range of Audioquest ethernet cables (e.g. Cinnamon and below). In Audioquest cables, the shield is terminated on the 'source' end only, which is something to note. Normal shielded ethernet cables have the shields terminated on both ends, creating a possible ground connection (and potential ground loop) between the devices it is connected to.
While on this topic, I highly recommend you try an ethernet isolator like this one. These make a more noticeable difference, and aren't too expensive.
LAN iSilencer by iFi audio - LAN iSilencer (ifi-audio.com)
Devialet 1000 Pro CI - AQ Diamond AES RCA-XLR Link
PC - ifi iDefender+ - FIBBR Alpha Optical USB + "Studer 900" LPS - Singxer SU-6 - AQ Diamond AES
PSB Imagine T3 - AQ William Tell Zero / Tornado / DBS Level-X - PliXir Balanced AC
