AudioQuest - Root Beer 18 49.5' 4K-8K 18Gbps In-Wall Rated HDMI Cable - Black with Brown Stripes
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the exceptional picture quality provided by this HDMI cable, which is the most frequently praised feature. Users also appreciate the convenient cable length and the overall durability of the product's flexible design. These combined attributes make it a highly regarded choice for those seeking a reliable connection for their television.
Cable Length
50'Features
4K/8K
AudioQuest 18Gbps High Speed HDMI cables have the bandwidth required for video up to 8K/30, which is 7680 x 4320 resolution at up to 30 frames oer second.
18Gbps Bandwidth
All AudioQuest 18Gbps High Speed HDMI cables are guaranteed to have the 18Gbps bandwidth required for compelling features like 8K/30 video, HDR imagery, and eArc.
Quartz Glass
Optical Fiber AV conductors eliminate multiple forms of degradation over distance. Powered by the HDMI port, no AC adaptor required.
Long-Distance 18Gbps Audio Experience
Root Beer 18 active optical cable provides 18Gbps performance for lengths up to 100ft (30m).
Clear Signal Transmission
Minimizes interference and reduces distortion to provide clean, clear, naturally beautiful sound.
High-Quality Materials and Design
High-purity conductor metal, carefully selected insulation, and sophisticated shielding ensure minimal distortion.
Versatile Connectivity
Ideal for connecting TVs, projectors, soundbars, AV receivers, and more.
Durable and Reliable Design
Built to withstand everyday use, ensuring consistent performance.
Seamless Connectivity for Long Distances
AudioQuest's Root Beer 18 HDMI cable ensures optimal audio/video performance over long distances, without the need for additional power sources.
Elevate Your Home Theater Experience
With 18Gbps bandwidth support, experience 4K/8K video and HDR imagery, enhancing clarity, color depth, and visual dynamics for a captivating viewing journey.
Superior Sound Quality
The active optical design minimizes interference, ensuring cleaner, clearer, more naturally beautiful soundperfect for audiophiles.
A Gamer's Essential
The Root Beer 18 reduces lag, offering exceptional response times, making it ideal for gamers seeking smooth and immersive experiences.
Enhanced Connectivity for Various Devices
Compatible with TVs, projectors, soundbars, and gaming consoles, the Root Beer 18 seamlessly integrates into your entertainment setup.
Built-in Protection and Durability
Long-lasting materials and advanced shielding protect your equipment from signal interference, ensuring reliable performance.
Sophisticated Design and Ease of Use
Developed with high-quality materials and robust construction, this cable is easy to install and complements modern living spaces.
Experience Excellence Today
Step up your home entertainment with the Root Beer 18, designed to provide unrivaled audio and video quality.
Specifications
- Cable Length50 feetHDMI Cable TypeHigh Speed HDMI CableConnector Type (End 1)HDMI Type AGender (End 1)MaleConnector Type (End 2)HDMI Type AGender (End 2)Male
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 44 reviews
- Picture Quality (33)
- Cable Length (4)
- Flexibility (4)
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Like the well-proven Cherry Cola 18, Root Beer 18 is an active optical cable that provides outstanding audio/video performance at distances up to 100ft (30m). Optical Fiber eliminates multiple forms of degradation over distance; powered by the HDMI port, no AC adaptor is required. Further, Optical Fibers provide total RF immunity and galvanic isolation for the audio/video signal—important advantages in the fight against radio-frequency noise. As with Toslink and other optical cables, optical fibers do not pick up or transmit induced RF-Noise.
AudioQuest Carbon 48 8K-10K 48Gbps HDMI cable combines superior materials and thoughtful design to create a deeply immersive entertainment experience. Featuring solid 5% Silver conductors that have been direction-controlled for the most efficient dissipation of high-frequency noise, AudioQuest Carbon 48 is meticulously designed for enhanced sound quality and outstanding overall performance. Of course, all AudioQuest 48Gbps HDMI cables can transfer up to professional 10K Ultra HD video, support Dynamic HDR, and have the conductors and bandwidth required for eARC’s enhanced sonic capabilities. Taking performance even further, in AudioQuest HDMI cables, the ARC-channel conductor pair is internally controlled for direction, running in the opposite direction from the four pairs that carry information to the TV, to ensure superior audio performance.
Use this 15m AudioQuest HDMI cable to set up your home theater. Its foamed polyethylene insulation is filled with air to prevent energy absorption and distorted output.
Forest 18 features high-purity Solid 0.5% Silver conductors and Level 1 Noise-Dissipation for the most efficient dissipation of radio-frequency noise.
| Pros for AudioQuest - Root Beer 18 49.5' 4K-8K 18Gbps In-Wall Rated HDMI Cable - Black with Brown Stripes | |||
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| Picture Quality, Cable Length, Flexibility | Picture Quality, HDMI, Performance, Color, Speed | Picture Quality, Cable Length | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for AudioQuest - Root Beer 18 49.5' 4K-8K 18Gbps In-Wall Rated HDMI Cable - Black with Brown Stripes | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Price | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
Specs
Questions & Answers
If this is a 4k-8k cable, wouldn't the rating be 48Gbps? 4k is rated at 18Gbps and 8k is 48Gbps, so I'm just confused as to why it's only rated for 4k, just curious.
Answered by AudioQuest Customer ServiceThe BlueBerry is a HDMI 2.0 rated cable at 18Gbps that will support up to 4K/60 or 8K/30 (8-bit, 4:2:0) resolutions. Our "48" series of HDMI cables are HDMI 2.1 certified at 48Gbps and will support 4K/120 or 8K/60 resolutions.
How thick is the cable and how flexible is it?
Answered by cliffA bit thicker than the ordinary thin cables., Quite flexible.
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