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Multi-Channel Interconnects SACD

As an option to using six single interconnects, does anyone know of a quality interconnect that is packaged as a "mini-snake", allowing ananlog connection of an SACD player to a pre/pro? I see that Cobalt has a product like this, but so far, that's all I have found. How good is Cobalt? I am not familiar with them. In the end, sound quality is top priority, but it would be nice to have the cables neatly packaged. The back of my system is getting pretty cluttered as it is!

Thanks, Tom.
tombowlus
eldartford
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Use three stereo interconnects and braid them.
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kr4
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See also Harmonic Technology and RS Audio for 6 conductor audio interconnects.
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atagi
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i have the cobalt cable 6 cable that i use for sacd in my ht set up. never used anything else. they seem fine to me. sorry for the lame answer but the cobalts are relatively inexpensive, and they always seem to be having 10-20% off specials. keep in mind that the six cable bundle is not as flexible as six individual cables so you need more space behind your rack as well as between components, and are a little more difficult to connect imho. but they definitely tidy up your wires.

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macjup
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I use Verastarr interconnects 6 cables with locking rca connectors. well made and nicely braided. you should check out. Mike is very good to deal with. have been pleased with sound, I paid approx 1k
tombowlus OP
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Thanks for the replies. Your responses bring up two questions. First, if the wires were otherwise of simliar quality, are there any sonic advantages or disadvantages to running a 6-channel "snake" versus six individual cables (or 3 pairs)? Second, flexibility is somewhat of a concern, so for those of you with the snakes, just how flexible or inflexible are they? It's okay to a degree, but I wouldn't want something ultra stiff.

Thanks, Tom.

P.S.
Any idea how the Cobalts or Verastarr compare (sonically) to the Harmonic Technology cables?
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