I agree with the previous three responses.The gains in using balanced cables is usually out-weighed by the added cost.I have a Classe' amp and pre. when using XLO balanced cables with Neutrik connectors the improvement was negligable.If you need a very long run of cable it might be worth it,otherwise stick to the regular RCA. P.S. WBT connectors are fantastic and make an audible difference.
Are balanced interconnects usually better?
I just replaced my amp with the Bel Canto EVO 200.2 which accomodates balanced interconnects. Previously, I used MIT RCA interconnects which I probably bought for about $150.00 for the pair to connect my amp and Conrad Johnson PV12 preamp. I see that Signal Cables are very reasonably priced and favorably commented upon and I'm wondering if I should replace the unbalanced cables with Signal balanced ones? Are balanced cables usually better? Can you really tell the difference? Any thoughts?