I just sold a pair of these cables on the 'Gon so now I feel I can give an unbiased opinion - the fact is, I sold a pair of the entry-level Liquid Airs because I upgraded to the Liquid Ilusions. I think they are simply outstanding cables for the money that do all they're reported to - excellent PRAT, resolution, air, dynamics and smoothness. They're extremely well-balanced, although they may give a slight amount of emphasis to the upper midrange. But I think that's part of what gives them their PRAT, and they do so without ever compromising their smooth, juicy sound. At the same time, it's my experience that these cables will definitely expose the shortcomings of inferior sources. I also think these cables mate particularly well with tube amps, as their extreme fidelity comes across as a little "solid-state" to my ears - in a good way, mind you.
One other thing that should be said - Jerry Ramsey is one of the finest folks in audio you will ever deal with - part of a dying breed in this industry, IMHO.
One other thing that should be said - Jerry Ramsey is one of the finest folks in audio you will ever deal with - part of a dying breed in this industry, IMHO.