What About Loom Theory?

Like anything else in audio, the only way to know if it works for you is to try it.
Listen to a loom that you think might work and then try to change a few cables here or there and see what it does to the overall sound.
The loom theory works for me----and my loom is not Nordost.

If there really was something to the loom thing, then why doesn't it apply to the rest of our systems? Why not have all our components from one manufacturer and reap all that synergy stuff. Now if the objection to that is something along the lines that no single manufacturer has the expertise to make entire systems, then what makes you think an interconnect maker knows how to design a digital cable or even a power cord? Just because they look similar does not mean they are they operate the same. An eel can look like a snake, but one is a fish and the other is a reptile.

nordost would be foolish to not recommend a loom! Come on people....think!

Onhwy61
I have no experience with the loom theory as it applies to digital cables or pcs---only with interconnects and speaker cables. You make a valid point in that some manufacturers are known for their preamps, others for their amps, others for a source and many of us mix and match components. Once the sound of the component combo worked for me (and the system is only as good as the weakest link at this point), that's when I try to preserve/maximize its strengths and minimize its weaknesses with a single loom. This will not work for everyone--but it sure is easy and it did work for me. The only area where I thought of varying was the ic between source and pre and that's because I am not completely satisfied with the sound of my cdp. But no cable preserved its clarity while providing better heft. I tried other cdps which did give me what I was seeking. I will eventually upgrade my source to one of those--- a Wadia, MSB or ARC source, but for now I'm ok with my BelCanto and my loom.

Q: >> what makes you think an interconnect maker knows how to design a digital cable or even a power cord?<<

A: Careful listening plus understanding the materials, design and theory behind a manufacturer's offerings.