We have to accept 1 fact - that most people cannot hear a difference between components and cables. It is nothing new or surprising. You cannot hear a difference between DACs? Welcome to the 90% of humanity club. You cannot hear a difference between cables? Welcome to the same 90% club.
If I grab my entire family, none of which are audiophiles nor hobbyists, but they do love music - and ask them if 2 amps sound different, they will not be able to tell. Cables? They will not be able to tell.
If I grab random strangers on the street? Same thing. Most people will not understand the difference. However, some will be able to tell X has more or less bass. And that Y sounds clearer or more details.
Again, to bring the point home. Most people cannot hear a difference between 2 pieces of gear.

