Regarding the Oxygen-Free Copper Conductors used for Audio Equipment…
Does anyone know of any independent studies (as in non-biased type of study), where through a Double-Blind process, the validity of claims towards Oxygen-Free Copper's Sound perception has been proven, or disproved?
What seems peculiar to me is that I haven't noticed too much attention placed on the use of OFHC for Patch Cords - or anything in the "Preamp" or "Line Level" areas; only in the Loudspeaker Connection areas - excluding the use of OFHC for Voice Coils, Leads, Crossover Components, and Terminals.
Seems that these would be the more crucial areas to use the Megabuck Copper.
I may not had noticed any references, probably since the entire issue is $$$ oriented to me, so it becomes unnoticed!
I have heard some Audiophiles claim that OFHC Speaker Wire does make a noticeable difference in the complete sound package.
On the flip side, these same Audiophiles purchase Hubbell 5362 Receptacles for $180.00 each, so describes the Quagmire I am facing!
Scott35
