USB cable


Hi

what the best usb cable for the price 200-250$, my set-up
integrated amp Kora TB-140
dac aqua la voce S3
speakers audio physic Avanti
mac mini
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Showing 2 responses by melm

Solid core cables are best for USB.  All Audioquest cables ae solid core, for ex.  Silver helps too.  A Hong Kong ebay advertiser of solid core silver USB cables made one up for me that is a great performer.  

I had been experimenting with USB cables and was shocked at what a difference they can make, especially if you have quality components at both ends.

Contrary to what @kijanki writes, even if your DAC or USB board is self powered you MUST have the ground connection (pins 4) connected or it will not work. And ONLY the data?
There are people who lift the ground after handshaking takes place.  Others install a small resistor in the ground line.