Gefen
Gefen Digital Audio Extender
Extend your digital audio signals with the Gefen Digital Audio Extender. This device allows you to transmit S/PDIF and TOSLINK audio up to 330 feet over a single CAT-5e cable, maintaining pristine audio quality. Ideal for installations where source components need to be out of sight, it supports multichannel formats like Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS. The digital transmission ensures zero signal loss, providing a clear, local connection experience. The system includes sender and receiver units, a TOSLINK cable, and a power supply for a complete setup.
$298.28
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1701
/ 2576
#1701 in Repeaters & Transceivers
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Maximum extension distance
330100
/ feet ( meters)
Who it's for
- Extended Range Capability
- Maintains High Fidelity Audio
- Utilizes Standard Infrastructure
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- Requires External Power and Setup
- Limited to Digital Audio Formats
Key Specs
Maximum extension distance
330 feet (100 meters)
S/PDIF performance
96 kHz
TOSLINK performance
192 kHz
Input/Output
S/PDIF, optical TOSLINK
Link Connector
RJ-45 Shielded
Power Supply
5V DC
Maximum Power Consumption
5W per power supply
Dimensions
3.8 x 1.2 x 1.4 inches
Features
- Extends digital audio up to 330 feet
- Uses one CAT-5e cable for extension
- Maintains clear audio quality over distance
- Supports multichannel audio formats
- Allows remote or hidden source placement
- Zero signal loss via digital transmission
- Works with S/PDIF and TOSLINK inputs
What customers say
This digital audio extender earns high praise for its exceptional reliability and robust build quality, especially among AV professionals. Users consistently value its superior ability to maintain perfect signal integrity over long distances, ensuring flawless, high-fidelity audio transmission without introducing noise or latency. It is recognized as a dependable, set-it-and-forget-it solution for complex, multi-room audio distribution challenges. While its premium price is noted, many feel the professional performance and durability justify the investment for mission-critical setups. Overall, it is seen as a top-tier, trustworthy component for serious audio integration.
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