Digital Interconnect Questions


I've always used inexpensive consumer grade digital cables of the $25 - $40 variety from Circus City, GoofGuys, etc. I'm talking about the 75ohm coaxial cable for attaching CD transport to DAC. Is there a significant difference in sound quality with higher-end digital interconnects? I've always been skeptical of over priced cables, especially the digital interconnect. I'm not seeking a debate but would like to know if anyone can actually hear a SIGNIFICANT difference. Thanks.
abecollins

Showing 1 response by soix

Try the Apogee Wyde Eye digital cable(see Audioreview.com and Stereophile recommended components). You can pick it up at Guitar Center, and a 0.5m cable will only set you back about $35(although a 1.0m digital cable is better in theory). Apogee uses true 75 ohm connectors and I found a significant improvement over the "consumer grade" cables you mentioned. Very detailed, not bright, with a voluminous soundstage. This might be the most inexpensive way to see how much difference a more expensive cable might make in your system, and you can always return it. Just make sure you pay attention to the directionality of this or any digital cable you try. Best of luck.

Tim