Designed for asymmetric applications, the double-balanced asymmetric geometry offers a relatively lower impedance to ground for a richer and more dynamic experience. While many single-ended cable designs use a single path for ground and shielding, double-balanced designs separate the two for cleaner, quieter performance.
Long Grain Copper (LGC) has fewer impurities and fewer internal grain boundaries, which reduces distortion and digital timing errors.
This plug design allows for a solder-free connection, which is a common source of distortion. Instead of soldering, the process uses a high-pressure technique. Because the ground shells are stamped rather than machined, the metal used can be chosen for low distortion instead of machinability.
Valerian
I didn't really notice a difference compared to a more "low cost" cable, but perhaps my setup isn't high-end enough for the cable to make much of a difference.
Comment from October 21, 2020 — Experience from August 19, 2020
