Why does Spectral have such a cult following


I've never thought their stuff sounded that special. They have very few dealers and they don't advertise at all. I'm not saying it's bad gear. I just don't understand why some people act like it's the holy grail.
taters
"09-04-13: Schipo
I am curious has anyone tried anything other than MIT cables? It seems nothing more than an advertising scam. All these years and still must be used with MIT cable and nothing else? Just sounds so ridicules."

Yes. AQ, Tara, Kimber and Siltech. They all worked fine.
Yess it is based on nothing. Audioquest was superior compared to MIT on Avalon. Always use your own ears. Or you would be a fool!!
Zd542
Thanks for the reply. Your answer using other cable and sounding fine makes good sense.
Spectral is but one brand that has me scratching my head, I also don't understand their popularity, their gear has always left me cold. However, they are not alone in that regard, there are many other expensive name brands that I have never really understood their popularity. Maybe it's me....