I know there's not supposed to be any difference in sound using different digital coax cables... but there is in my system... I bought this to replace another cable I bought that definitely caused harsh, bright sound. System sounds great using this cable. Balanced and neutral. Plugs, conductors, terminations and casing are all of very high quality. Nice looking cable. The price here is a steal. Glad I checked before purchasing elsewhere. Cables arrived quickly. Thanks Overstock!!!