The endless cable debate still goes on......The main topics are always:
1. Copper, Silver, Hybrid: Each "usually" has their type of sound - but do not confuse type of wire with type of sound
2. Cable Topology: Twists, dialectric, shielding, LRC, connector type, etc
3. Cable Cost: How much are you willing to pay
Each cable, IMO, has their own sound signature. One has to determine which type of sound you are looking for in the price range you are looking to pay.
I have listened to many different manufactures cables in my setup: DH Labs, DIY Belden, Signal Cable, Monster, Nordost, Rad Shack, Audioquest, MIT, JPS Labs, Tara Labs, Kimber, and Zu Cable to name a few. I have found what I like best and no matter what I paid for them, it is what I like.
It does not matter if the people who think paying anything more than Rad Shack cable price agree or not, I like it in my setup - the bottom line.
Rich makes a good point in that The Cable Company will be able to give you a wide range of cables to try out and see what you like. If you like the $5000 IC, then buy it, if you like the $20 IC, then buy it - it is really as simple as that, and should not be made any more difficult.