I know from experience that expensive cables are a waste, but I am getting tempted to buy some nicer ones for my new Yamaha RX-X1400 receiver that I am finally hooking up tomorrow. I have to get some new ones to take advantage of my DVD player that plays DVD-A. I know I will get the cheaper Radio Shack Gold Series but the temptation is there. Why? I have tried Monster cables in the past and I have never been able to hear any difference at all except for the draining sound of my bank account. Took them back ASAP. I guess I can understand how people get suckered. They want to best for their new toy. I guess people get caught up in the excitement of hooking up a new component. They just don’t understand the best is not always more expensive.

Sorry to rant, but I thought I would just relay my thoughts/temptations just prior to hooking up. And again, I don’t believe the cable hype out there. I just find it funny that I am getting tempted to waste money. Radio Shack, here I come. I must be strong.

JSE