Hmmmmm isn't that like a classic sign of sexual tension? LOL...... Yes for the most part wire is wire is wire......Unless of course your getting some really good ****..... and paying out he ass for raw silver.....Not really worth it to spend more cause of a name..... Now on connections? Yes I will pay the extra few bucks for a good conection kit, but that is the extent of it.....Your wire is only as good as what is connecting it afterall.