AudioQuest
Audioquest Big Sur RCA Interconnection cables
Best high-fidelity connection for audiophiles upgrading vintage or specialized audio equipment.
Connect a wide range of audio electronics with this AudioQuest Big Sur 5 Pin DIN to 2-Male RCA analog interconnect, designed for outstanding flexibility and versatility. Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors minimize distortion, while Foamed-Polyethylene insulation preserves dynamic contrasts. The Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation system efficiently dissipates high-frequency noise, ensuring cleaner, clearer, and more naturally beautiful music reproduction. Its Asymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry offers a relatively lower impedance on the ground for a richer, more dynamic experience, separating the ground and shield for cleaner, quieter performance.
$150.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1969
/ 5745
#1969 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Type
Interconnect Cable
/ Interconnect Cable
Who it's for
- System builders prioritizing durable and low-distortion connections
- Audiophiles seeking cleaner and smoother sound reproduction
- Listeners wanting a lower noise floor for quieter backgrounds
Who should skip it
- Critical listeners demanding the highest possible resolution
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for more affordable alternatives
- Users with tight spaces or complex cable routing needs
Performance breakdown
Signal Purity
Solid PSC+ conductors effectively eliminate harsh grain and signal distortion.
Noise Rejection
Metal-layer shielding keeps high-frequency interference from coloring your audio playback.
Dynamic Range
Foamed-polyethylene insulation ensures subtle musical contrasts remain vivid and preserved.
Build Integrity
Cold-welded, gold-plated terminations provide a secure and long-lasting physical connection.
Grounding Efficiency
Asymmetrical geometry lowers ground impedance for a quieter, more stable background.
Installation Versatility
Flexible design allows for easy routing in complex home audio setups.
Key Specs
Type
Interconnect Cable
Connector Type
RCA
Conductor Material
Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)
Geometry
Asymmetrical Double-Balanced
Shielding Type
Double Shielded
Connector Plating
Gold Plated
Cable Shape
Round
Intended Use
Professional Audio
Features
- Solid PSC+ conductors for minimized distortion
- Foamed-Polyethylene insulation for preserved dynamic contrasts
- Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation for reduced RFI
- Asymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry for richer sound
- Cold-welded, gold-plated terminations for reliable connection
- High-purity Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ conductors
- Superior audio interconnect performance
What customers say
Audioquest Big Sur interconnects offer a notable sonic upgrade, enhancing transparency and detail retrieval. Users appreciate the expanded soundstage and deeper immersion, thanks to superior instrument placement. The integrated Noise Dissipation System effectively minimizes background noise, allowing subtle musical nuances to emerge with greater clarity and dynamic range. While a premium product, owners find the substantial sonic improvements justify the investment, particularly with high-end equipment. The robust build quality suggests excellent long-term reliability. Overall, satisfaction is high among those seeking demonstrable performance gains and a more immersive listening experience.
Know before you buy
Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) features an exceptionally smooth and pure surface, which minimizes the harshness and distortion often caused by grain boundaries in standard copper conductors.
This design uses separate paths for the ground and shield, which results in lower impedance on the ground plane. This configuration helps deliver a more dynamic, rich, and quiet audio signal compared to standard cable geometries.
Yes, it is designed to prevent radio-frequency interference (RFI) from reaching your audio equipment. By dissipating this noise before it can distort the signal, the cable ensures a cleaner, more natural sound reproduction.
Cold-welding creates a permanent, high-pressure connection without the use of solder, which can often act as a point of resistance or impurity. This method maintains the integrity of the signal path between the cable and the connector.
Absolutely. The Big Sur is built with high-purity materials and robust shielding, making it well-suited for professional environments where signal clarity and noise rejection are critical.
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