What's better than Oritek X-2

I would recommend the Jade Vermeil as well if you want to give the X-2s a run for the money. In my system the Vermeil and X-2 were very close. In the end I did prefer the X-2s, but I hope to be able to make the leap to the Jade Gold and compare them against the X-2s. If you want to try a silver cable that also compares favorably against the X-2, try the Crystal Cable Micros. You can get them on a 30 day trial so there is little risk. Has the speed and detail you desire, but may not be as musical as you like. Only way to tell is to try them out. Same for the Ridge Street Audio Poemia!!!. Another silver cable that will suprise you. I've had a pair in my system now for over a year and they are tough to beat.