digital optical interlink vs. coaxial


Hi, what do u prefer for a digital interlink: an optical (I mean not the Toslink, but the real optical one with real glass fibre, like the Wadia IT&T and the Accuphase) or a coaxial one (S/PDIF)? I'm asking because theoretical the optical connection is perfect regarding data transfer, but still others claim the S/PDIF sounds better (more musical perhaps?). Do you have some explanation for this theory vs. real life situation controversy?
dazzdax

Showing 1 response by pictura

Hi there! I was using the Aural Symphonic Optimism AT & T cable. Just sold it here on the Audiogon. It was the best cable I have used. Reluctant to let it go as the replacement digital cable might not be on par. Problem is that the latest universal transport doesn't support this type of connection. The Lexicon RT-10, the Theta Compli and the Teac DV-50 and the Krell SACD standard does not have optical connections at the back. Sigh!

Might have to settle for coaxial digital cable. Some machines don't even have a XLR Balanced digital out.

Happy hunting.