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AudioQuest - Carbon Optical 9.8' Digital Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor with Toslink to Toslink Connectors - Gray on Black

Model: OPTCAR03
SKU: 13059358
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Enjoy cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful sound from a wide range of modern and legacy digital devices—CD players, cable boxes, HDTVs, powered speakers and subwoofers, soundbars, laptops, portable-audio players, game consoles, and more—with this high-performance, low-noise AudioQuest Carbon optical cable. Like all AudioQuest products, Carbon Optical cable is meticulously designed for outstanding performance and exceptional value. The single large fiber in most Toslink cables allows light from the LED source to enter at many different angles, causing signal paths of various lengths, smearing the data across time, reducing bandwidth, and causing a loss of information: audible signal distortion caused by the complex dispersion of light. AudioQuest’s Carbon Optical cable, however, features 19 narrow-aperture fibers of the highest-purity synthetic, creating a cleaner, more direct signal path with significantly reduced dispersion and lower distortion. Further, AudioQuest Carbon Optical cable uses precision-polished fiber ends. The non-metallic connection provides critical galvanic isolation, eliminating the transmission and pickup of induced radio-frequency noise. Includes 3.5mm mini-toslink adaptor. All standard lengths of AudioQuest Carbon Optical cable of 8m and greater feature a PVC outer jacket rated for in-wall use. Enjoy cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful and intelligible sound with AudioQuest Carbon Optical cable.

Features

  • 19 Narrow-Aperture High-Purity Synthetic Fibers

    Unlike most optical cables, which use a single large fiber to transmit the audio signal and are highly vulnerable to distortion caused by their indirect light dispersion, AudioQuests Carbon Optical cable features 19 narrow-aperture fibers of the highest-purity synthetic, creating a cleaner, more direct signal path with significantly reduced dispersion and lower distortion.

  • Precision-Polished Fiber Ends

    AudioQuest Carbon Optical cable uses a non-metallic connection, which provides critical galvanic isolation to eliminate the transmission and pickup of induced radio-frequency noise. Music is presented with a satisfying combination of realistic detail and natural warmth.

  • Versatile Connectivity

    The AudioQuest Carbon Optical cable seamlessly connects soundbars, subwoofers, and various A/V components, enhancing your audio experience by minimizing timing errors and optimizing performance using 19 high-purity synthetic fibers.

  • Enhanced Home Theater Sound

    Enjoy a more immersive home theater audio experience with AudioQuest Carbon Optical. Its precision-polished fiber ends and low-jitter design reduce signal distortion, ensuring a cleaner, clearer sound for your favorite movies and shows.

  • Audiophile-Approved Sound Quality

    This cable's 19 narrow-aperture fibers reduce distortion for cleaner highs and deeper bass, making it ideal for audiophiles who appreciate crisp, clear, and naturally dynamic sound.

  • Essential for Gamers

    The low-jitter and high-purity fibers of the AudioQuest Carbon Optical cable enhance in-game audio clarity and detail, perfect for gaming on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and more. Experience every detail, from quiet footsteps to explosive action.

  • Smart Device Compatibility

    Connects effortlessly to smart TVs and AV receivers, offering superior sound for all your smart home devices. Its non-metallic connection provides critical galvanic isolation, eliminating RF noise.

  • Equipment Protection

    Precision-polished fiber ends prevent signal degradation and protect your equipment from audio distortion, offering peace of mind with every connection.

  • High-Quality Design

    Features a sleek, durable design with a mini-adaptor for versatile installation and use. Its narrow fiber conductors ensure easy setup and fitting into any entertainment space.

  • Elevate Your Audio Experience

    Upgrade your audio setup with AudioQuest Carbon Optical. Enjoy cleaner, more dynamic sound and immerse yourself in high-quality audio. Take action now to revolutionize your listening experience.

Specifications

  • Cable Length
    9.8 feet
    Connector Type (End 1)
    Toslink
    Gender (End 1)
    Male
    Connector Type (End 2)
    Toslink
    Gender (End 2)
    Male
    In-Wall Rated
    No
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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Real Estate mortgage Broker

    It is improved sound, excellent, great bass, detailed

    This review is from AudioQuest - Carbon Optical 2.5' Digital Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor with Toslink to Toslink Connectors - Gray on Black

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Optical Cable

    This is an excellent cable. It's small, lightweight and seems to do the job perfectly transmitting the sound from device to device. There is no audible distortion so it's doing something right. I opted for the more expensive cable because i'm using it with a high end DAC.

    This review is from AudioQuest - Cinnamon Optical 2.5' Digital Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor with Toslink to Toslink Connectors - Red on Black

    Posted by Matt

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Get what you pay for.

    Audioquest is a good company and they take pride in their products. The quality is alway first rate and they back it up with a solid warranty. I purchased this cable for my DAC to Preamp. It is a solid performer and is neutral and that is what you want from a cable, not to add or attend the original source signal. I have been a fan of Audioquest for over 20 years now. I do have other cables from other manufacturers but for the price and value, AQ is hard to beat.

    This review is from AudioQuest - Cinnamon Optical 4.9' Digital Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor with Toslink to Toslink Connectors - Red on Black

    Posted by HALOBLAST

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    excellent product

    fit every connection that I tried it with and I tried with several.. The quality of the fiber optic is probably not any better that the Monster one but several reviewers stat that the Monsters cable it did not fit tightly with some of their connections.. Not a problem withe this cable. Can definitely tell the quality over the one provided with my LB Soundbar.

    This review is from AudioQuest - Cinnamon Optical 4.9' Digital Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor with Toslink to Toslink Connectors - Red on Black

    Posted by jkmcgee

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Digital Optical Cable

    I bought this cord to connect my Panasonic 65VT50 to my MartinLogan Motion Vision sound bar. I have heard nothing bad about AudioQuest so I decided to go with that brand for my digital optical cable. Figured with a high end TV and high end audio, I didn't want to sacrifice the audio quality with a cheap/inexpensive cable that wasn't as good. I went with the cinnamon cable because it didn't break the wallet and was still very high quality and it seems that decision was a great one so far. The audio from the sound bar and the subwoofer is amazing so the cable must be doing its job! Would recommend this cable to anyone with high end audio that doesn't want to lose good audio quality. Also, from an aesthetic point of view, the cable is pretty sexy for a cable!

    This review is from AudioQuest - Cinnamon Optical 4.9' Digital Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor with Toslink to Toslink Connectors - Red on Black

    Posted by SomeGuy27

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Questions & Answers

  • What types of devices are compatible with this Toslink cable?

    This Toslink cable is compatible with devices that have Toslink connectors, such as cable boxes, TV sets, subwoofers,and some portable devices. It can also be used with devices that have a 3.5mm Mini Optical connector, also known asMini-Toslink.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the warranty coverage for the 0.75M Carbon Optical Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable?

    The 0.75M Carbon Optical Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor comes with a limited lifetime warranty on both partsand labor.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the length of the 0.75M Carbon Optical Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable?

    The 0.75M Carbon Optical Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable is 0.75 meters long, which is equivalent to 2.5 feet. Thisinformation can be found in the product specifications section of the context provided.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What type of connectors does the cable have?

    The cable has Toslink connectors on both ends.

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  • How long is the carbon optical Toslink cable?

    The 3.0M Carbon Optical Toslink Fiber-Optic Cable + Mini-Adaptor has a cable length of 10 feet.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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