High-Quality Blue Jeans Cable BJC LC-1 Stereo Audio Cables (Black, 3 Foot) - Perfect for Home Theater, Studio Recording & Hi-Fi Systems

As an aside, while writing this, I'm listening to Mozart's Piano Concerto 22 through a pair of Edifier R2000DB self-powered speakers. I'm running the Edifiers via a Schitt Modi 3 Digital to Analog converter (DAC) attached to my desktop PC. I'm using a custom Audioquest USB cable from the Modi 3 to the PC, and the BJC LC-1 Audio Cables from the Modi 3 to the Edifier Speakers.As I'm listening I have goosebumps on my arms and at times, tears in my eyes. And why? Because one simple investment - the BJC audio cable - brought a world of difference to the audio quality of the combination mentioned above. Please read on...Prior to investing in the BJC cables, I had been using a variety of Monster or Esoteric audio cables - all previously expensive versions left over from my die-hard audiophile days (when I almost went broke). Since that time I have been confining my audiophile endeavors to the immediate space by my desktop computer - because it is here that I spend a good 4-7 hours a day working, communicating, researching, and what have you. And during this process, I tend to listen to various classical, jazz, big band, Latin instrumentals, and other types of music. One thing is for certain and that is that although I've long since left my overly expensive audiophile tastes behind, my love for music and my discerning requirements haven't wavered.Up until I received the BJC cables, I was becoming increasingly frustrated with the audio quality I was getting with the Edifier and Modi 3 combination. I began to wonder if the either the speakers or the DAC were at fault and it was getting a bit depressing. I tried everything to get the music to sound more open, to get more depth and imaging. Yet there still seemed to be a sonic veil in front of the music - a feeling that performances just couldn't break open. In other-words, that feeling of "you are there" when listening to great equipment and great performers was sorely absent. I was almost ready to start looking for other speakers and DAC's when I began reading about the BJC cables. Initially, I had assumed that any investment in great cables was nothing more than snake oil - as my previous audiophile experiences had taught me (up to a point of course).So at the last minute I purchased a 3' pair of the BJC LC-1 audio cables off of Amazon. When they arrived I was immediately taken aback at their heft, size, and superior build quality. I wasted no time in getting them connected, that's for sure. When I began to listen to familiar pieces of various classical and jazz music, my jaw dropped, and I'll explain below:Now my comments below are not based on false assumptions, nor did I imagine any of this. I have what some would call critical ears when it comes to sound reproduction (within reason and limited budget of course).1. Build quality: Unbelievable for this price point. If you first saw these cables and were not aware of what they really cost, you would have assumed that they would have gone for well over $100 - up to $400 (not an exaggeration). They are substantially thicker than most other cables, and as mentioned, have some heft to them and superb connectors. Do note that because of their build qualities, if you have to get them into very tight spaces, they don't bend too freely, so you will have to do some adjustments here to be sure.2. Sound-staging, depth, and instrumental separation.The very first thing that struck me - like a slap in the face (in a positive way of course) - is how the sound staging opened up on the Edifiers. Music was much more open with plenty of air around the instruments. Imaging was superb - greatly improved over previous cables that I used. The depth was substantially improved with great instrumental recognition from front to rear. In other words, the speakers managed to disappear and only the performances were remaining.3. Orchestral Timbre and tone:Now look, I'm not a loud rock or heavy metal fan, so if that is what you're looking for, it won't really matter what cables you use. While listening, I had for the first time, heard tones and instruments that were previously hidden with other cables. Music sounded more alive - had more presence. Brass instruments now had a bite (yet with a rich, non-strident tone) that sounded as if you were there. High frequencies were exceptionally delineated without sounding harsh (unless of course, the music source material was bad to begin with). In particular, stringed instruments had a silky smooth sheen that was seductive.4. Bass capabilities:The bass tones improved dramatically, taking on a fuller (tighter with less bloat) than I had remembered with previous cables - and this was remarkable! When I played one of my favorite audio test pieces, "Copland's Fanfare for the Common Man," the visceral impact of both the kettle and bass drums were an eye opener.In the end, I felt like I was listening to an entirely new system - and that is no exaggeration. While listening to various pieces of music, the speakers seemingly disappeared, leaving only a crystal clear performance. What else can I possibly add to relay my admiration (and gratitude) for these BJC cables.So folks keep in mind that no one audio item within your music chain may is a "standard setter" per se. A truly great audio performance is the sum of all the other superb ancillary components and cables within the chain. Taken together - synergistically, that is - recorded music can come alive. All it needed in the particular setup I currently have was the inclusion of the BJC cables. Never before - in the 40+ years that I've enjoyed good audio - had any one cable contributed to so much of an improvement as what has occurred in my system. Thank you BJC - I'll definitely be buying more in the near future (and I've got your website bookmarked also).EDITED COMMENTS AFTER USING THESE LC-1 CABLES FOR A MONTH:My aforementioned comments stand about the Blue Jeans Cables in general. I've since (since the purchase of the LC-1's off of Amazon) approached Blue Jeans Cable (via their website) to ask about creating custom cables, or custom lengths. They were eager to oblige and we worked closely to devise the cables. For example, in one cas,e for anyone familiar with the excellent Edifier line of self-powered active speakers, you'll know that for many models, a unique proprietary type of speaker cable/plug assembly is included. The problem with these proprietary cables is that Edifier includes 11 - 16 long cables - not good if you want to space your near field monitors closely - let's say on a PC desktop.When I approached Blue Jeans Cable about possibly creating a higher quality, custom - yet much shorter 6' length of this Edifier proprietary cable, they asked that I send them the stock cable so they can evaluate and map out all of the connections - which they did. Their efforts resulted in a gorgeous, custom constructed speaker cord (with XLR type connectors), superbly sheathed being delivered to my doorstep within a week and the fit and sound results were exemplary. Additionally, these new shorter (yet higher quality) cord resulted in more open music, better delineation of instruments, and so much more.So as you can tell, I appreciate this company very much - they aim to please, but more so, their cable products are reasonably priced, yet allow you to achieve audiophile results.Ben HerrmannFuquay Varina, NC