paul: i can't possibly begin to explain 'how' it changes the sound.

 i couldn't point out any numerical value or changes in waveform shape, cos i can't discern that by ear, though apparently you can merely from the specs.  but i can hear it's changed.

it you'd ask me 'why' it changes the sound then i'd tell you its all to do with storing and relelasing electrons. after all thats how dielectric constant values are arrived at.

there's no need to get upset and start using potty mouth, just because i haven't quoted my ultimate knowledge base or all scientific truth, Wikipedia..

i'll state my case for you, once more with feeling.

i don't beleive that symetrically designed cables are directional, and i don't believe that 'we' can hear that they are, becuase they aren't. i also don't believe there is any valid scientific knowledge base to prove they are.

I am however eternally greatful for you stating that you are just pointing out the inconsistencies in my statements, if you could just get on and point them out insterad of alluding to them by saying thats what you are doing then i'm sure it would be all a lot clearer...

if you've got confused half way through, there's no shame in admitting it, we'll understand, if you are a little bit slowing 'reading words' there's no shame in admitting your stupidity..

but please little boy refrain from potty mouth....