{"title":"USB Cables","description":"\u003cp\u003eA USB audio cable connects a computer, streamer or USB source to a DAC and transmits the digital signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a good USB cable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB is today one of the most important connections to the DAC, because it easily transports high resolutions and DSD. A USB audio cable carries both data and power in one line – good examples separate or shield cleanly, so as little interference as possible from the computer reaches the DAC. So it's less about tonal colour and more about a clean, low-interference handover to the converter stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat matters is the right connectors (often USB-A or USB-C to USB-B on the DAC), good shielding and solid build quality. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we check which connections your source and your DAC have, and whether the USB connection is even the best choice in your case – modern DACs with asynchronous USB are often the first choice. We select the cable to match the interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for – and straight talk\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone connecting a computer, a streamer or a USB source to an external DAC – from a desktop setup to a fully-fledged streaming chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e with USB cable too, the rule is: data either arrives correctly or not at all. The debated added value lies in better shielding and clean power delivery, not in \"prettier bits\". A solid, correctly terminated cable covers the needs of most. Whether more effort is audible depends on the DAC and source – we tell you honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerdict:\u003c\/strong\u003e the right connectors, good shielding, solid build quality – then the USB connection to the DAC runs stably. In very noisy setups, it's worth looking at shielding and power delivery; we advise you on that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a USB cable sound different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe data itself is transmitted correctly; any audible difference stems at most from better shielding and clean power delivery that keep interference away from the DAC. How large the effect is depends on the setup. We assess this realistically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich connector do I need – USB-A, USB-B or USB-C?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat depends on your devices: many DACs use USB-A or USB-C on the source side and the classic USB-B input on the device side. Tell us which sockets your source and DAC have, and we'll supply the right combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long can a USB audio cable be?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor stable USB audio transmission, shorter runs of up to around two to three metres are ideal. The longer the cable, the more important quality and shielding become. If you need a greater length, we'll find a suitable solution for your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat about jitter and interference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern DACs with asynchronous USB clock the signal themselves and are less sensitive to jitter. Good shielding still helps keep high-frequency interference from the computer at bay. We recommend the connection that best suits your DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an audiophile USB cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot necessarily. A solid, correctly terminated cable covers the needs of most setups. More effort pays off especially in noisy environments or high-resolution chains. We advise you based on need, not on the price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy USB cables at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we know your devices' interfaces and tell you whether USB is even the best connection to the DAC, or something else. Instead of bit esotericism, you get a suitable, low-interference solution. We advise you personally and deliver throughout Switzerland – free shipping from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does a USB cable sound different?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The data itself is transmitted correctly; any audible difference stems at most from better shielding and clean power delivery that keep interference away from the DAC. How large the effect is depends on the setup. We assess this realistically.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which connector do I need – USB-A, USB-B or USB-C?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"That depends on your devices: many DACs use USB-A or USB-C on the source side and the classic USB-B input on the device side. 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We advise you personally and deliver throughout Switzerland – free shipping from CHF 190.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDAC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/streamer\"\u003eStreamers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/digitalkabel\"\u003eDigital Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eAll Cables \u0026amp; Connectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"audioquest-dragontail-usb-extender","title":"AudioQuest DragonTail USB Extension","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest DragonTail is a roughly 11.5-centimeter-short USB extension that provides a USB-A socket for your stick DAC on one end and the plug your device requires on the other. That solves the most banal problem of mobile digital playback: the DragonFly doesn't fit where the port is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the DragonTail?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA USB stick DAC is wider than a memory stick and readily covers the neighboring port, bumps against housing edges, or sits so awkwardly on a tablet that any movement tugs at the plug. The DragonTail moves the converter a bit further away – and it doesn't do that with cheap material, but with semi-solid conductors and 5% silver, Hard-Cell Foam insulation, and carbon-based noise dissipation. In other words, with the construction AudioQuest otherwise uses in its Carbon class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree versions, all with a USB-A socket for the stick DAC: \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-A\u003c\/strong\u003e for computers and laptops, \u003cstrong\u003eMicro-USB (OTG)\u003c\/strong\u003e for older Android devices, and \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/strong\u003e for current smartphones, tablets and laptops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the DragonTail for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: as a connection between a streamer and a desktop DAC, it's the wrong tool – proper USB audio cables exist for that. Its place is right at the mobile device, when a stick DAC otherwise doesn't sit cleanly. If you can already comfortably plug in your DragonFly, you don't need it. Everyone else will wonder after two days how they ever managed without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small part, a big difference in everyday use – and technically far beyond what a standard adapter offers. We'll tell you which of the three versions suits your device in a quick chat: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e short USB 2.0 extension for USB stick DACs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 11.5 cm (4.5 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice-side connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-A, Micro-USB (OTG) or USB-C – depending on version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDAC-side connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-A socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-solid, 5% silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard-Cell Foam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon-based noise-dissipation system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the DragonTail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoughly 11.5 centimeters, or 4.5 inches. That's deliberately kept short: enough to get a wide stick DAC clear of a tightly built connection panel, but too short to dangle around anywhere. For real distances, you're better off with a regular USB audio cable from the Forest or Cinnamon series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich variant do I need for my device?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three end in a USB-A socket, where your stick DAC plugs in. The connector at the other end differs: USB-A for laptops and computers, Micro-USB in OTG mode for older Android devices, USB-C for current smartphones and tablets. Tell us your device, and we'll pick the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the DragonTail only fit the DragonFly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Any USB stick DAC or even an ordinary USB device fits into the USB-A socket. The DragonTail was developed for the DragonFly family, but the principle works just as well with other compact converters that would otherwise bump into the neighboring connector or block the port next to it. If in doubt, just ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's technically inside the DragonTail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than in a hardware-store adapter: semi-solid conductors with 5% silver, Hard-Cell Foam insulation, and carbon-based noise dissipation – in other words, the construction AudioQuest otherwise uses in its Carbon class. That keeps the short intermediate stretch electrically clean, instead of eating back up the convenience you just gained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the DragonTail from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we first clarify which port your device has, and if needed, recommend the matching stick DAC right along with it. Our team in Wädenswil has looked after headphone and computer audio for years and has already solved the typical connection problems dozens of times. Get in touch by phone or WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching converter is among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs \u0026amp; D\/A Converters\u003c\/a\u003e, stationary connections are under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/usb-kabel\"\u003eUSB Cables\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the brand's range awaits in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"USB-A","offer_id":53020003467600,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Android (Micro-USB OTG)","offer_id":53020003500368,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"USB-C","offer_id":53020003533136,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-dragontail-usb-verlaengerung-schraegansicht.png?v=1785436158"},{"product_id":"audioquest-forest-usb-kabel","title":"AudioQuest Forest USB Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest Forest USB is a USB audio cable that connects a computer or streamer to your DAC, using semi-solid conductors that are 0.5% silver-plated. It's the entry level of the AudioQuest USB range – and the moment the grey bundled cable from the printer box can finally retire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Forest?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB delivers data, but at the same time drags high-frequency noise from the power supply and mainboard toward the converter. The Forest counters this with semi-solid conductors in a concentric design, whose surface is 0.5% silver-plated – at the high frequencies of a USB signal, the current flows exactly there. On top of that comes Hard-Cell Foam insulation: nitrogen-injected polyethylene that keeps the geometry stable and stores hardly any energy. A metal-layer noise-dissipation system and direction-controlled conductors take care of the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as A–B in 0.75, 1.5, 3 and 5 m, as well as A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B and C–C in 0.75 and 1.5 m. We can request special lengths from the distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Forest for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraight talk: if you're blasting music from a Bluetooth speaker in the bathroom, you don't need a Forest. But as soon as a real USB DAC is in play – on a laptop, a music server, a streamer – this is the first sensible step. If you're already running a high-resolution system, the path leads more toward Cinnamon or Carbon; the Forest plays to its strengths at the entry level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quieter background, clearer contours, no voodoo: the Forest is the most sensible upgrade you can give a USB connection. Which connector combination and length fit your devices, we'll clarify in two minutes – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB audio cable (USB 2.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-solid, concentric, 0.5% silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard-Cell Foam (nitrogen-injected polyethylene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal-layer noise dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirectionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e direction-controlled conductors for RF noise dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B, A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B, C–C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B 0.75 \/ 1.5 \/ 3 \/ 5 m; other variants 0.75 and 1.5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you even hear a USB cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a real USB DAC, yes; on a Bluetooth speaker, no. The bits arrive either way – what becomes audible is how much high-frequency noise the computer sends along the line. The Forest reduces this portion, which usually shows up as a quieter background and a more stable soundstage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I also use the Forest for an external hard drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it's a standard-compliant USB 2.0 cable and transfers any kind of data. However, it was developed for audio – for mass storage with high data rates, the extra effort brings no benefit. The Forest makes sense wherever a DAC is connected at the other end and it's about music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eForest or straight to Cinnamon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Forest is enough as long as the DAC and system are at the entry level. The Cinnamon with 1.25% silver becomes worthwhile as soon as the system resolves more finely – then you'll hear more nuances. Describe your devices to us, and we'll tell you honestly when the extra cost pays off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the conductors direction-controlled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAudioQuest controls the grain direction of the metal in every conductor and marks the cable with arrows. The goal is to preferentially drain high-frequency noise in one direction – away from the sensitive converter. Just plug the cable in the way the arrows point: toward the DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the Forest from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause before selling, we ask what ports your devices have – A, B, C or Micro-B – and what length is actually needed. We've been working with digital systems since the nineties, know the typical pitfalls, and order special lengths from the distributor. 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It draws more fine detail out of the connection between source and DAC than the Forest – while staying pleasantly composed instead of pushing itself into the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Cinnamon?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference from the entry-level tier lies in the conductor surface: 1.25% silver instead of 0.5% on solid-core copper conductors. Because a USB signal travels almost exclusively along the surface, that's exactly where every improvement counts. Hard-Cell Foam keeps the geometry stable, a metal-layer Noise-Dissipation System catches RF interference, and the silver-plated connector contacts ensure a clean transition into the device. Together, this adds up to more texture and calm, without anything sounding emphasized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as A–B in 0.75, 1.5, 3 and 5 m, as well as A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B and C–C in 0.75 and 1.5 m. We can order other lengths on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Cinnamon suited for – and who isn't it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonestly: on an office laptop with a small stick DAC, the Forest is the smarter choice – the extra cost simply evaporates there. As soon as a serious DAC, a streamer or a music server is involved, the Cinnamon becomes the sweet spot of the range. It doesn't stop here in terms of what's possible above it, but rarely does the ratio of cost to benefit work out this well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore nuance, the same composure: the Cinnamon is the tier where most systems could stop – and many still don't. Whether the step up is worth it for your DAC, we'll tell you straight: HD Zürisee, Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB audio cable (USB 2.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid-core, 1.25% silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard-Cell Foam (nitrogen-injected foamed polyethylene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e metal-layer Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e direction-controlled conductors for RF noise dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector contacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B, A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B, C–C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B 0.75 \/ 1.5 \/ 3 \/ 5 m; other variants 0.75 and 1.5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much does the step from Forest to Cinnamon bring?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeably more fine detail, without shifting the basic character. Instead of 0.5%, 1.25% silver sits on the solid-core conductors, further reducing distortion at high frequencies. On a resolving DAC you'll hear more texture in voices and strings; on a simple setup the difference stays small.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the higher silver content make the sound brighter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Silver conducts better at the conductor surface, which is exactly where the high-frequency USB signal travels anyway – that brings openness, not harshness. If a system sounds thin or harsh after the switch, that's almost always down to the room, the setup, or the DAC – not the cable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the Cinnamon with a smartphone or tablet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with the right connector combination. For modern devices choose C–B or C–C, for older Android models A–Micro B 2.0. Whether your device actually powers a USB DAC at all depends on the model – just ask us, we'll check that before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a new USB cable need to be run in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our experience it takes a few hours of use for the dielectric to settle. The effect isn't dramatic, and you don't need to sit there and monitor it – just listen to music normally for a few evenings. Judge the cable after that, not in the first quarter hour after unpacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the Cinnamon from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we'll tell you when the next tier is worth it and when it isn't. Our specialist team in Wädenswil has been building digital systems for decades, knows the common DACs and streamers, and finds the right connector combination. Call us, message us on WhatsApp, or send us an email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find the matching DAC among our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs \u0026amp; D\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e, the other tiers under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/usb-kabel\"\u003eUSB cables\u003c\/a\u003e, and the brand's full range in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"A–B \/ 0.75 m","offer_id":53020030075216,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–B \/ 1.5 m","offer_id":53020030107984,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–B \/ 3 m","offer_id":53020030140752,"sku":null,"price":199.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–B \/ 5 m","offer_id":53020030173520,"sku":null,"price":249.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–C \/ 0.75 m","offer_id":53020030206288,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–C \/ 1.5 m","offer_id":53020030239056,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–Micro B 2.0 \/ 0.75 m","offer_id":53020030271824,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"A–Micro B 2.0 \/ 1.5 m","offer_id":53020030304592,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"C–B \/ 0.75 m","offer_id":53020030337360,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"C–B \/ 1.5 m","offer_id":53020030370128,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"C–C \/ 0.75 m","offer_id":53020030402896,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"C–C \/ 1.5 m","offer_id":53020030435664,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-cinnamon-usb-kabel-produktansicht.png?v=1785435764"},{"product_id":"audioquest-carbon-usb-kabel","title":"AudioQuest Carbon USB Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest Carbon USB is a USB audio cable with 5% silver on semi-solid conductors and a three-layer, carbon-based Noise-Dissipation System. This marks the point in the AudioQuest range where it's no longer just the conductor material doing the work, but the entire cable construction fighting interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Carbon?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo things set the Carbon apart from the two tiers below it. First, the silver content of 5% on concentrically constructed conductors made of long-grain copper. Second, the carbon-based Noise-Dissipation System: three alternating layers of metal and carbon-loaded plastic that convert high-frequency interference into heat instead of letting it pass through to the DAC. Hard-Cell Foam keeps the geometry stable. What this gives you: a noticeably darker background, from which voices and instruments emerge with more presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade up as A–B in 0.75, 1.5, 3 and 5 m, as well as A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B and C–C in 0.75 and 1.5 m. We order other lengths through the distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Carbon suited for – and who isn't it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlainly put: on a stick DAC for on the go, the Carbon is simply too much cable – the Forest or Cinnamon does the job there, and the rest of the budget is better spent on the source. Its territory is stationary systems with a DAC that actually shows resolution. There, it's one of the tiers where the improvement no longer needs discussing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm, space and substance – the Carbon is the tier where USB audio grows up. Whether your DAC can exploit that, we're happy to assess with you before you order: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB audio cable (USB 2.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-solid, concentric, long-grain copper with 5% silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard-Cell Foam (nitrogen-injected foamed polyethylene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon-based 3-layer Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e direction-controlled conductors for RF noise dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDielectric bias:\u003c\/strong\u003e no DBS (only from Coffee upward)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B, A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B, C–C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B 0.75 \/ 1.5 \/ 3 \/ 5 m; other variants 0.75 and 1.5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the carbon-based Noise-Dissipation System do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt draws off high-frequency interference before it reaches the DAC. In the Carbon, three alternating layers of metal and carbon-loaded plastic take care of this – a considerably more effective principle than the pure metal-layer dissipation of the Forest and Cinnamon. Audibly, this shows up above all as a deeper black background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Carbon have a DBS battery module?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The active 72-volt Dielectric-Bias System remains reserved, for USB, for the Coffee and Diamond tiers. The Carbon achieves its calm purely passively through conductor material, Hard-Cell Foam and the three-layer carbon dissipation – so you never have to think about a battery, and there's one less component that can age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Carbon also work on the USB output of a streamer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, that's exactly what it's made for. Streamers, music servers and network players usually put out their signal via USB-A or USB-C – the A–B, C–B and C–C variants match those. Tell us your source and DAC, and you'll get the combination that truly fits, without any adapter tinkering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long can a USB audio cable be?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 5 metres stays within the USB 2.0 specification, and that's as far as the Carbon goes in the A–B version. Shorter is still better: the shorter the run, the less surface for interference to attack. Measure the distance before you order – we'll help you estimate it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the Carbon from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we know the whole USB ladder and can tell you where in your system the money is best spent – sometimes that's not the cable at all. In Wädenswil we plan digital systems in full, from source to DAC. Give us a call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Carbon deserves a DAC on the same level – find one among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs \u0026amp; D\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e. 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It's the connection for systems where the DAC is no longer the weakest link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Coffee?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver content rises to 10% – and on top of that comes technology that isn't found below this tier. The DBS uses a battery module to apply a constant 72 volts to the insulation, keeping the dielectric polarised so that it stores and releases hardly any energy. A carbon-based 3-layer Noise-Dissipation System and Hard-Cell Foam handle the passive side, silver-plated contacts the transition into the device. The result: a silence between the notes that's hard to give up once you've heard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn A–B cable in 0.75, 1.5, 3 or 5 m, each with the DBS module fitted. There are no other connector combinations for the Coffee – for that, Carbon and Diamond are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Coffee suited for – and who isn't it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHonestly: on a mid-range DAC, most of what the Coffee can do goes unused – there, the Carbon is the smarter investment. This tier makes sense once the DAC, amplifier and speakers already show what a calmer feed can bring. And if your device only has USB-C, the question is settled anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose to reference, but not uncompromisingly expensive: the Coffee delivers most of what the Diamond can do. 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A 72-volt battery applies a voltage to the insulation, keeping the dielectric permanently polarised so it stores less energy. No current flows through the signal conductors – the module works in parallel and is mounted on the cable, without sitting in the signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the DBS battery last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery long, since practically no current flows – AudioQuest counts in years, not months. Should the battery ever run down, the cable keeps working, it just loses the added benefit of the bias. We'll source a replacement for you through the distributor – just let us know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the Coffee only available as A–B?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause AudioQuest designed this tier for the classic connection between a computer or streamer and a desktop DAC. If you need USB-C or Micro-B, go for Carbon or Diamond – both come in C–B, C–C and A–Micro B. We'll tell you which tier makes sense in that case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee or Diamond – where's the line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the conductor material. The Coffee works with 10% silver on copper, the Diamond with solid Perfect-Surface Silver. Both carry the active 72-volt DBS. The step up only pays off on high-end DACs; below that, you're better off investing in the source or the power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the Coffee from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a cable at this level deserves an honest assessment, not sales talk. We'll tell you whether your DAC can carry this tier, and we take care of ordering, length and warranty handling. Our team in Wädenswil is reachable by phone, WhatsApp and email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this level, the DAC on the other end matters – take a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs \u0026amp; D\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e. 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It sits at the top of the range that starts with the Forest – and leaves nothing more open on the material side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Diamond?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow this tier, silver is always just a percentage on copper. In the Diamond, the conductor consists entirely of Perfect-Surface Silver, a material with an especially smooth surface – exactly where a high-frequency USB signal travels almost exclusively anyway. Add to that Hard-Cell Foam as insulation, a carbon-based 3-layer Noise-Dissipation System, and the 72-volt DBS that keeps the insulation permanently polarised. The effect is unspectacular to describe yet unmistakable: less background noise, more body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as A–B in 0.75, 1.5, 3 and 5 m, as well as A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B and C–C in 0.75 and 1.5 m – each with the DBS module. Special lengths on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the Diamond suited for – and who isn't it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlainly put: below a genuinely good DAC, the Diamond is the wrong place to invest – there, Carbon or Coffee practically get you the same result, and the remaining budget works harder in the source. Its justification lies in systems where every other position is already sorted and the USB run is the last open detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a gimmick, but the end of the line: the Diamond takes the last remaining unrest out of the digital feed. Whether your system plays in that league, we're happy to assess soberly with you – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB audio cable (USB 2.0), reference tier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid-core, 100% Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard-Cell Foam (nitrogen-injected foamed polyethylene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon-based 3-layer Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDielectric bias:\u003c\/strong\u003e active 72V DBS (battery module on the cable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector contacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B, A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B, C–C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e A–B 0.75 \/ 1.5 \/ 3 \/ 5 m; other variants 0.75 and 1.5 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's behind Perfect-Surface Silver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA manufacturing process for especially smooth conductor surfaces. Because a high-frequency USB signal travels almost only along the surface, irregularities there act like small obstructions. In the Diamond, the conductor is 100% this silver, not just the plating – material-wise, there's simply nowhere further to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a cable change the transmitted bits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and AudioQuest doesn't claim that either. The data arrives identical with any working USB cable. Differences come from noise that travels alongside the data line into the DAC and disturbs its analog section there. That's exactly what the Diamond works on, not the zeros and ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich connector combinations does the Diamond come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs A–B, A–C, A–Micro B 2.0, C–B and C–C. The A–B version runs from 0.75 to 5 metres, the other variants we carry in 0.75 and 1.5 metres. That covers classic desktop DACs as well as modern devices with a USB-C jack. We can request special lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen does the step from Coffee to Diamond pay off?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the DAC, amplifier and speakers are already very finely resolving and the room plays along. Then the solid silver adds a bit more body and calm. In a system that's held back elsewhere, the money is better spent there – we'll tell you honestly where.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the Diamond from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause with a reference cable, we look at the system first and the cable second. Our practiced specialist team plans digital systems from source to speaker, takes care of warranty and DBS battery replacements, and is personally reachable in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reference cable wants a DAC of the same calibre – take a look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs \u0026amp; D\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e. 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