These are a slight step up from the standard sssnake cables sold by thomann. While the more basic cables are great for keeping loads around for rehearsals and use where rugged construction is not a critical factor, these cables seem sturdy enough to be trusted with live use if you're on a tight budget. They have a longer sleeve on them than the more basic cables, and are still screw type rather than moulded, which makes repair easy if they are mistreated. For the price, these are fantastic, and you'll be hard pushed to find a cable of equal quality at the same price! No noticeable loss in high frequencies or any other problems that some people seem to think happens with cheaper cabling.