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Audio Cables

Analog or Digital? Find more information on different types of audio cables.

  • Oxygen-Free vs Pure Bare Copper Audio Cables: What’s the Difference?

    When shopping for speaker wire or audio cables, you may come across terms like “oxygen-free copper” and “pure bare copper.” While they sound similar, there are a few key differences that can help you ...

  • How to Connect Toslink Cables

    Toslink cables, also known as optical audio cables, are a great way to transmit high-quality digital audio between devices like TVs, soundbars, receivers, and gaming consoles. They use light to carry ...

  • What Is Bend Radius and Why Does It Matter?

    When installing cables for your home theater, office, or network setup, one of the most overlooked but important factors is the bend radius. Understanding bend radius helps ensure your cables perform ...

  • In-Wall Cables: Do You Need Them?

    If you're planning to run cables through walls, ceilings, or other hidden spaces, using in-wall rated cables is essential. These cables are designed to meet fire safety standards and building codes. U...

  • Shielding vs. Gauge in Audio Cables

    When selecting audio cables for your setup, whether it's for home use, studio work, or live performance, two key factors to understand are gauge and shielding. Each plays a different role in how your ...

  • Why Should You Use TS Instead of TRS Audio Cable for a Guitar

    Introduction When connecting your electric guitar to an amplifier or audio interface, the type of cable you use can significantly impact your sound quality and overall performance. The two most common...

  • What is the difference between TS, TRS and TRRS?

    TS, TRS, and TRRS refer to different types of audio connectors that vary in their number of contact points: TS (Tip-Sleeve) Two contact points: tip and sleeve Also called a mono jack Typical uses: Gui...

  • Are your Toslink Digital Optical cables plastic or glass? Is one better than the other?

    All our Toslink cables are POF (Plastic Optical Fiber). For most audio systems, you should not hear any difference between a plastic optical cable and a glass quartz optical cable unless you are at le...