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Ethernet Cables, do they make a difference?

I stream music via TIDAL and the only cable in my system that is not an "Audiophile" cable is the one going from my Gateway to my PC, it is a CAT6 cable. Question is, do "Audiophile" Ethernet cables make any difference/ improvement in sound quality?

Any and all feedback is most appreciated, especially if you noted improvements in your streaming audio SQ with a High-End Ethernet cable.

Thanks!
grm
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david_ten
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Reading assignment:

https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/most-important-unloved-cable?highlight=unloved%2Bcable
illuminator
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I agree with David_Ten.  The cable does make a difference.
illuminator
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Here is the review by Doug on Dagogo:

https://www.dagogo.com/audio-blast-ethernet-cables-xlr-y-adapters-survey/

clearthink
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Of course cables make a difference unless you are not actually listening in which case then they make no difference. There is a lot of evidence about the audibility of audio cables right here on Audiogon.
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lalitk
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@grm,

Before you spend $$$ on a high end Ethernet cable, I suggest you try the Supra CAT 8 cable. If you hear audible improvements over your existing cable then you can step up to Purist or SoTM CAT 8 cables.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Supra-CAT-8-STP-patch-cable-1-meter-Made-In-Sweden-THE-BEST-FOR-NETWORK-AUD...

IME, Supra is quite an amazing cable for the money.
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