Between a Node 2i and DAC: Does Coax cable quality really matter?

Seriously.
I am seeking a little upgrade help.

I use a simple DH Labs coax/SPDIF cable to a Chord Qutest.Sounds ok to me.
Would I possible hear a SQ improvement if the coax cable was "upgraded"?

if so, to what?
Thanks.

ianrmack03-11-2021 3:19pm

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rareace Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 113 posts 03-12-2021 at 03:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @lowrider57 My Gen 2 has no issues. Why not order it and compare with your Gen 1? I agree with you it gets better with a LPS. -Alex
rareace Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 113 posts 03-12-2021 at 12:54am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes better cable helps but the bigger difference for me was adding the iFi SPDIF iPurifier 2. Amazon carries it so risk free trial. -Alex
rareace Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 113 posts 03-12-2021 at 03:48am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @lowrider57 I’ve never tried the first generation. Only have the Purifier 2. -Alex

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