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USB, ethernet, optical, coaxial and AES/EBU cables for streaming and digital audio. The connections between computers, servers, streamers and DACs.
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Digital cable, and why it is not only data
A digital cable either delivers the data or it does not, but that is only half the story. Timing errors and electrical noise travel along the cable alongside the signal and arrive at the DAC, where both affect what comes out of the analogue stage. This is why digital cables can sound different from one another despite carrying identical data.
Choose by connection first. USB is the most common link from a computer or streamer to a DAC. Ethernet carries network audio and is the fastest growing area in digital hi-fi. Optical isolates two components electrically, which helps where noise is a problem, but has bandwidth limits at high sample rates. Coaxial S/PDIF generally handles higher rates and keeps a direct electrical connection. AES/EBU on XLR is the professional standard and appears on higher end transports and DACs.
Impedance is not optional on coaxial and AES/EBU, at 75 ohm and 110 ohm respectively, so a standard interconnect is not a substitute even though the plugs fit. Tell us the source, the DAC and the sample rates involved and we will tell you which connection to use.
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£62.21Ex. VATThe Kordz PRO SlimCat™ RJ45 Crimp Connector is designed specifically for use with the Kordz PRO SlimCat™ Network Cable, as part of the multi-award-winning PRO SlimCat™ Network Cable System. It features an innovative composite construction that incorporates a transparent body and a durable snap-proof nylon latch.
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From£150.00Ex. VAT
The Entreq Primer Hexa Digital Signal Cable, introduced in the Autumn of 2023, represents Entreq's entry-level range at a price point below their previous starting range, the Primer Pro. These cables offer a substantial amount of Primer Pro performance at a more affordable price, making Entreq's renowned performance accessible to budget-conscious customers or those with modest equipment.
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From£48.33Ex. VAT
The Atlas Element Streaming Cable is meticulously designed with specific objectives to elevate the fidelity of digital audio transmission. By minimising the "work-done" in digital audio receiver circuitry, this cable enables the full potential of upstream audio engineering excellence. Serving as a clear upgrade to generic data cables often included with digital audio systems, the Atlas Element Streaming Cable applies Atlas's digital audio design principles, ensuring an enhanced audio experience for all users.
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From£927.08Ex. VATThe Atlas Arran SC USB Grun cable is designed with a set of clear objectives to minimise reflective losses in high-speed USB cables. By incorporating improved termination methodology, higher purity conductors (OCC copper), solid core conductors, and advanced screening (Grun), the cable aims to achieve better consistency by length and improved fidelity for digital audio systems.
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£2,583.33Ex. VATThe Waversa Systems WLAN Reference LAN Isolator stands out for its advanced noise reduction capabilities. Designed to eliminate RFI, EMI, and Impulse noise from digital sources, this isolator ensures a clean and distortion-free audio experience. Rated at Level 10 performance, it surpasses standard isolators with patented passive filter technology, offering a 10x improvement over previous models.
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£6,833.33Ex. VATThe Waversa Systems WLAN Reference Plus LAN Isolator offers a solution to the common problem of noise degradation in digital audio systems. With a focus on reducing EMI, RFI, and Impulse noise, this isolator employs patented passive filter technology to maintain high-quality audio reproduction and minimise unwanted noise. This innovative approach ensures a clean and distortion-free audio experience.
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£3,750.00Ex. VATThe Waversa Systems WBridge Standard Digital Hub offers a comprehensive solution for connecting all digital sources seamlessly, serving as a unified interface for both input and output. Its versatile design allows for the transfer of digital signals via WNDR to other Waversa devices, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.
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£1,416.67Ex. VATThe Waversa Systems WSmartHub 3.0 Ethernet & USB Hub and Filter is a must-have solution for eliminating streaming noise and enhancing audio quality. With its advanced features and technologies, it offers unparalleled performance and convenience for audio enthusiasts.
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£229.17Ex. VATThe Shunyata Research Gamma SPDIF Digital Audio Cable, crafted with single-crystal, continuous cast Ohno copper and Precision Matched Impedance (PMZ) technology, offers unparalleled signal integrity and lifelike sonic reproduction. With innovative features like Ohno wire, Fluorocarbon Dielectrics, and the proprietary KPIP v2™ Processing, these cables provide crystal-clear transient detail and dynamic expression, setting a new standard in cable technology and making them an essential investment for audiophiles seeking uncompromising performance.
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£458.33Ex. VATThe Shunyata Research Theta SPDIF Digital Audio Cable epitomises cutting-edge technology with its use of continuous-cast Ohno copper and meticulous extrusion process, resulting in exceptional sonic qualities and precise shielding. Through advanced processes like the Kinetic Phase Inversion ProcessTM (KPIPv2TM), it achieves a relaxed, life-like sound with explosive dynamics and pitch-perfect frequency extension, setting a new standard in audio cable performance.
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£583.33Ex. VATThe Shunyata Research Theta Clock-75 Digital Clock Cable, featuring continuous-cast Ohno copper and PMZ process, offers unparalleled sonic performance, enhancing dynamic shifts and reducing signal jitter for a coherent listening experience. Utilising advanced technologies like VTX conductors and KPIP v2™ processing, these cables provide crystal clear transient detail and a relaxed presentation, surpassing expectations regardless of cost.
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£708.33Ex. VATThe Shunyata Research Theta Clock-50 Digital Clock Cable, part of the Theta Series, utilises advanced technology such as continuous-cast Ohno copper and Precision Matched Impedance (PMZ) to achieve unparalleled signal resolution and precision shielding. With enhancements like the Kinetic Phase Inversion Process (KPIPv2), these cables deliver a natural, life-like sound, effortlessly expressing dynamic shifts and eliminating perceived noise, ultimately providing a cohesive, distortion-free audio experience that exceeds expectations.
