26 Jun
2008
26 Jun
'08
4:22 p.m.
On 2008-06-14 21:08, Kevin McGregor wrote:
Only 33267 cents per metre!
http://www.usa.denon.com/ProductDetails/3429.asp
Apparently it's not a joke, despite the ad copy: "...will bring out all the nuances in digital audio reproduction..." "...signal directional markings are provided for optimum signal transfer..."
That's right, US$499 for 1.5 metres. I suspect the explanation is in the first sentence: "...designed for the audio enthusiast." They'll buy anything. This is what's known as "cable porn".
As featured in a UF comic series, starting here...
http://ars.userfriendly.org/cartoons/?id=20080618
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