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Another reason for using balanced-line cables is that they totally elimiate ground loop problems (e.g. hum). The high-end hifi manufacturers have really got no excuse whatsoever.

A few years ago I had to abandon my trusty old hifi and switch to professional active studio monitor speakers. Balanced was available on the studio speakers, but I couldn't find any hifi components that did. Luckily the speakers also had digital inputs, so I was able to use those instead. Why...

The reason is because most high-end hifi manufacturers are selling snake-oil. Balanced-line cables are used throughout professional audio circles because they have been scientifically proven to be inifinitely better. Full stop.