DiMarzio Instrument Cables are top rated by Guitar Player Magazine - They easily passed Guitar Player"s "Zildjian cymbal guillotine test" and "jump rope test" of 9/97, demonstrating how well built and reliable they are in real world conditions. In order to carry the DiMarzio name, they have to sound great too. Guitar Player describes them as "quiet and transparent with a clear balance from lows to highs." They sonically outperform cables costing many times their price. They are noise-free when they are moved and are 100% shielded with a combination braided shield and carbon jacket. They are low capacitance, measured by Guitar Player at only 620 pf for the 18" model. They come with Switchcraft connectors to ensure reliability and they have a lifetime warranty.Noise-free when moved 100% shielded with a combination braided shield and carbon jacket Low capacitance (620 pf for 18" cable) Switchcraft connectors Lifetime warranty