Toslink cable, which one?

danger boy
danger boy Posts: 15,722
edited March 2005 in Electronics
Ok. i want to upgrade my Toslink optical cable. and I don't want to spend over $75. can anyone recommend a good thick optical cable?

what kind do you all use?
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,204
    edited March 2005
    As long as it's a high quality cable , brand here I found doesn't make any difference. I have used Kimber Kable , Transparent , Monster and even a cheap one from Mitsubishi (which was the worse out of the bunch)

    Monsters Optical cables are well built. Pro Solutions also makes a nice optical cable.

    Dan
    Dan
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  • Dennis Gardner
    Dennis Gardner Posts: 4,861
    edited March 2005
    Go with the cable that gives the most snug fit. I find that some that are too small, almost fall out when touched or moved around.
    This is suppose to be a universal fitting, but brands vary.

    DG
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    2 Channel Thorens TD 318 Grado ZF1, SACD/CD Marantz 8260, Soundstream/Krell DAC1, Audio Mirror PP1, Odyssey Stratos, ADS L-1290, ICs-DIY Twisted , Speaker-Raymond Cable
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  • Toxis
    Toxis Posts: 5,116
    edited March 2005
    http://www.cobaltcable.com/product/toslink_cable.htm

    I can't check right now because the shop is under maintainance, but I think the "newsletter" coupon for 30% off should still work. But if not, it's still only $53 and they ship for free. 90 day satisfaction guarantee. Great build quality...
    Never kick a fresh **** on a hot day.

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  • maggiefan
    maggiefan Posts: 223
    edited March 2005
    Check these out, excellant quality and good price, highly recommened. And they're glass, not plastic.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=5732495139
    Larry
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  • Willow
    Willow Posts: 11,064
    edited March 2005
    I find AR makes a nice tight fit !!
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited March 2005
    Larry,

    thanks for the link. I went ahead and ordered one from the guy.... from the reviews his cables have gotten.. it sounds like it would be worth a try. Cost seemed reasonable too.

    thanks, al
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  • Maurice
    Maurice Posts: 517
    edited March 2005
    Check out www.accessories4less.com, they have a great sale on AR cables.
    Everytime I think I'm out, THEY PULL ME BACK IN!!!!!!

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  • Toxis
    Toxis Posts: 5,116
    edited March 2005
    Ebay auction
    The series utilize glass fiber optic conductors and precision connectors to reduce digital jitter for a dramatic upgrade over conventional toslink optical cables, which utilize plastic fiber optic conductors. Glass fiber optic transmission allows superior high resolution, amazing clarity reproduction, ultra spatial effects and dynamic impact. It's ideal for use with DVD, DVD Audio, SACD, CD, D-VHS, game console, S/PDIF, Dolby DigitalR and DTSR professional audio applications.
    ARE YOU SERIOUS? I'm not really sure I'd trust a guy who doesn't even know how to hook up electronics... but that's just me.
    Never kick a fresh **** on a hot day.

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    Car Setup: OEM Radio, RF 360.2v2, Polk SR6500 quad amped off 4 Xtant 1.1 100w mono amps, Xtant 6.1 to run an eD 13av.2, all Stinger wiring and Raammat deadener.
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited March 2005
    Originally posted by Maurice
    Check out www.accessories4less.com, they have a great sale on AR cables.
    ..


    Maurice, i think you need to update your link. AC4L.com

    cherrio
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  • PolkThug
    PolkThug Posts: 7,532
    edited March 2005
    Knuconceptz fits really tight!
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  • Maurice
    Maurice Posts: 517
    edited March 2005
    An updated link does help.;)
    Everytime I think I'm out, THEY PULL ME BACK IN!!!!!!

    Polk 70's,40,30's
    Velo DLS 3500 Sub
    JVC 61" HD-ILA
    Sony DA4ES AVR
    Oppo 981 DVD
    Sony CDP-CX235 CD
    Signal Bi-wires
    AR ProII IC's
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