Noob looking for 3.5mm to phono cable advice

[soziblewuup]

Hi guys,

 

I currently own a very cheap, thin black 3.5mm to phono cable, which is running between my amp and my Macbook Pro. I think it's probably time to upgrade as there is no reason I should have such a cheap cable in my chain. I'm ideally still looking for a value cable, just one that isn't £1; the max i'd be able to spend is between £15 and £20 but ideal would be £10.

Would I notice any discernible difference with a new cable at this price?

 

Also my setup is: Macbook Pro > Audirvana Plus > Fiio E10K > Pioneer A-676 (Old) > Monitor Audio BR2's > BK XXLS400

 

As you can see it's a fairly basic system. The Fiio is being delivered as I type this and I just didn't want a cable to be holding the whole thing back.

 

Any advice would be welcomed, thanks .

[soziblewuup]

Thanks for the reply. I have to say I am in two minds. It does seem like this could be a total waste of money. I had concerns solely because my current cable is very, very cheap. Just out if interest, is there a certain price point where cables start to make a difference?

[soziblewuup]

I'll look into those brands, see what I can get here in the UK. I appreciate the advice, thank you.

[soziblewuup]

I've just had a look and i've encountered a problem. I need a 3 metre cable if at all possible. Most of the higher quality brands simply don't do 3m cables.

[soziblewuup]

In the end I decided to splash out a little more and get a QED Performance J2P cable. I can't believe how much cheaper you can get the same cables on the US Amazon over the UK site. Anyhow it cost me £32 for the 3m.