"Phono" Cable - Necessary if you have RCA outs?


I have a VPI Aries/JMW 10.5 tonearm, which has RCA outs. I am using a .5 meter Kimber Silver Streak to connect to my CAT preamp. It seems to do OK, but my question is: are there any advantages to using a cable marketed as a "phono" cable, vs. using a standard set of interconnects? I see that most phono cables have the DIN connection, which I don't need, but some are also RCA at both ends. Any thoughts/experiences?
greggey

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XLO, Purist and a few others make and market special phonocables to go from your arm to your pre-pre or preamp.
Usually they are expensive, but worth your while if you own a very high resolution vinyl system. In fact, there they are a must. I don't know what your system is, but if you're curious and live in the States, try to borrow a pair from the Cable Company and find out for yourself. (www.fatwyre.com)