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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!
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kosst_amojan
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@geoffkait 
Please explain to the crowd how the nature of the electromagnetic wave makes an "on" signal different from any other "on" signal. It's either "on" or it's "off". There's no "kinda on" in digital. 
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jinjuku
223 posts
 
I don't understand why folks that choose not to believe in differences in cabling actually debate with those of us that can detect differences in sound quality.

WRT to Ethernet cabling it's as simple as putting money where your mouth is.

If you don't trust your ears why should anyone else?

kosst_amojan
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It's not a choice to not believe in the mythical power of Ethernet cables. The facts don't allow for any choice in the matter. By definition, if you're choosing to believe in the differences of Ethernet cables, you're willfully delusional. 
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jinjuku
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Michters single barrel bourbon? Whoa! Sorry, Charlie! We want tuna that tastes good, not tuna with good taste.

I'll bet you know a good Bourbon same as you know when a cable sounds good.

By looking at the label as you drink it.

Michters is the Bourbon that Pappy Van Winkle noted to get if you can't get theirs.

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rja
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Instead of asking this stupid question why don't you borrow a few from Cable Company and find out for yourself. No one here can answer your question better than you can.
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