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AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable

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AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable

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Overview

Forest

Brand
AudioQuest
Category
USB Cables
SKU
65-087-12
Length
0.75m, 1.5m, 3m, 5m

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Redefine your digital audio experience with the AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable. This premium cable is more than just a data transmitter, it's the silent hero behind perfect sound. The solid 0.5% silver conductors minimise harmful electrical and magnetic effects, enhancing the quality of sound; while Hard-Cell Foam Insulation maintains critical signal-pair geometry contributing to consistent, distortion-free audio. This is technology that challenges old ideas, asserting that not all digital audio cables are created equal. Discover the superior performance of the Forest USB and immerse yourself in a sound experience you didn't believe was possible from a digital cable. Note: The 0.75m and 1.5m lengths are readily available, while other lengths can be acquired upon request. Please inquire for availability.

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AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable

Embark on an audio journey unhindered by distortion and noise with the AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable. Ignite your senses with a product cultivated from 1982’s technological upheaval when Sony declared "Perfect sound forever." This bold promise paved the way to the debunking of the notion that all CD players sound the same, noting evident qualitative differences between them. This revolutionary insight gave birth to the concept of separate transport and DAC combos, leading to the denial of the prevailing attitude that "all S/PDIF digital audio cables sound the same." We are now standing at the verge of another captivating frontier, raising the question, "Is digital audio really just ones and zeros?" Our answer? Not at all. AudioQuest's Forest USB gives you unparalleled audio clarity worthy of your attention. Featuring SOLID 0.5% SILVER CONDUCTORS, adept at minimizing electrical and magnetic strand-to-strand interaction, this cable enhances your experience by significantly reducing unwanted noise. Plus, noise-dissipation is amplified through the strategically thick layers of silver plating applied to AudioQuest’s Long-Grain Copper (LGC) conductors. Improved HARD-CELL FOAM INSULATION ensures a reliable signal-pair geometry and, coupled with RF NOISE DIRECTIONALITY, delivers a cleaner, distortion-free sound. Only 0.75m and 1.5m lengths are regular stock, while the rest are usually available in limited quantity, ready to enhance your audio expedition today. Ready to hear the difference? Ask us for more information!

Features:

  1. Solid 0.5% Silver Conductors: Unlike most digital cables, the AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable employs solid conductors that reduce the deleterious impacts of both electrical and magnetic interactions between strands. These conductors, lavishly coated in silver plating, redirect high-frequency signals on the surface of the conductor, enhancing the noise-dissipation process and offering pristine sound quality.

  2. Hard-Cell Foam Insulation: Equipped with Hard-Cell Foam (HCF) Insulation, this cable inhibits signal-pair distortion and maintains an unfaltering signal-pair geometry. The nitrogen-injected HCF insulation creates air pockets, which unlike solid materials, do not absorb energy and consequently decrease the release of distortion.

  3. Controlled Conductors for RF Noise Directionality: Every conductor in the Forest USB cable is designed to minimize radio frequency noise in a specific direction, ensuring a cleaner and more immersive audio experience. Different lengths available are adeptly handled to cater to your specific needs.

Benefits:

  1. Superior Sound Quality: The AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable transports you to a sonically-enriched environment, upgrading your digital audio journey and transcending the binary dichotomy of 'ones and zeros.' This cable's solid silver conductors and remarkable noise dissipation properties ensure exceptional sound clarity.

  2. Minimal Signal Distortion: The HCF insulation and strict control of RF noise directionality work in concert to mitigate signal distortion. This promises a more accurate rendering of your music, free from interference and deliberate in its acoustic delivery.

  3. Wide Availability: With 0.75m and 1.5m lengths as standard stock and larger lengths available on request, you can easily find a Forest USB cable that perfectly fits your needs. Standard lengths are readily available, and larger lengths are promptly provided upon request.

  4. Cost-Effective: By combining high-performance conductors with optimized insulation, you get a cable that offers superior digital audio quality at a competitive price. You're thus not only investing in improved sound but also purchasing a cable built to last, offering a budget-conscious way to elevate your audio experience.

Specification Description
Brand AudioQuest
Product Name Forest - USB A to B Cable
Product Type Digital Audio Cable
Material Solid 0.5% Silver Conductors, Hard-Cell Foam Insulation
Conductor Design Solid conductors designed to minimize the effects of electrical and magnetic strand-to-strand interaction.
Silver Plating Applied to Long-Grain Copper (LGC) conductors to improve Noise-Dissipation and optimize overall performance.
Insulation Implemented using Hard-Cell Foam (HCF) to maintain a stable relationship along the cable's full length, minimize distortion, and ensure critical signal-pair geometry.
Noise Directionality Control All conductors controlled for RF noise directionality for smooth signal transmission.
Stock 0.75m and 1.5m lengths are kept in stock while other lengths are usually limited or are requested as needed.
Overall Benefit Provides superior digital audio experience by enhancing signal quality and reducing distortion.
Enquire for Availability Yes
Product Origin Debunking the "it's just digital" myth, this cable challenges conventional thinking and performance expectations for digital audio.

Ultimately, the AudioQuest - Forest - USB A to B Cable from The Audio Tailor is not merely a cable; it's a gateway to an elevated listening experience, a testament to the immense leaps in digital audio technology. Whether you're an audio enthusiast or a casual music lover, this product allows you to immerse in extraordinary sonic transparency, breaking down barriers between you and your favourite soundscapes. It stands as a bold response to those who question the need for exceptional quality in digital audio cables. With its unparalleled conductors and advanced insulation, this cable minimizes noise and maximizes clarity, hence, delivering a sound experience that's as close to perfect as can be. Contact us today at 1300 308 711, email us at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au, or visit our Brisbane store at Unit 9/20 Rivergate Place, Murarrie QLD 4172 for a cable that will redefine the way you perceive digital audio. Discover why we were voted Australia's #1 Hi-Fi store and begin your journey towards impeccable sound quality today with AudioQuest.

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Specification Description
Brand AudioQuest
Product Name Forest - USB A to B Cable
Product Type Digital Audio Cable
Material Solid 0.5% Silver Conductors, Hard-Cell Foam Insulation
Conductor Design Solid conductors designed to minimize the effects of electrical and magnetic strand-to-strand interaction.
Silver Plating Applied to Long-Grain Copper (LGC) conductors to improve Noise-Dissipation and optimize overall performance.
Insulation Implemented using Hard-Cell Foam (HCF) to maintain a stable relationship along the cable's full length, minimize distortion, and ensure critical signal-pair geometry.
Noise Directionality Control All conductors controlled for RF noise directionality for smooth signal transmission.
Stock 0.75m and 1.5m lengths are kept in stock while other lengths are usually limited or are requested as needed.
Overall Benefit Provides superior digital audio experience by enhancing signal quality and reducing distortion.
Enquire for Availability Yes
Product Origin Debunking the "it's just digital" myth, this cable challenges conventional thinking and performance expectations for digital audio.

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