Cardas Audio Clear Beyond Interconnect Cable
Best flagship interconnect for audiophiles seeking ultimate sonic transparency and precision.
The Cardas Clear Beyond Interconnect Cable represents the pinnacle of audio cable design, engineered to exceed the demands of any high-fidelity audio system. It features advanced Matched Propagation Conductors, delivering significant improvements in spatial imaging, dynamics, and low-frequency impact. This flagship interconnect offers a neutral tonal balance with exceptional speed and transparency, ensuring a truly musical experience. Each cable is meticulously handcrafted and hand-terminated by senior technicians, reflecting Cardas Audio's commitment to perfection. Its robust construction includes superior shielding and an advanced air-tube suspension geometry.
$2130.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1189
/ 5750
#1189 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
+292%
Above average
Outside Diameter
0.51213
/ inches (mm)
Who it's for
- High-end collectors demanding long-term component reliability
- Audiophiles seeking a natural, fatigue-free listening experience
- Critical listeners prioritizing precise spatial imaging and depth
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists prioritizing system value
- Owners of already warm or dark-sounding audio systems
- Users with limited space or cramped equipment racks
Performance breakdown
Spatial Imaging
Unrivaled depth and width that places every instrument with pinpoint accuracy.
Tonal Neutrality
Delivers the source signal with absolute transparency and zero added coloration.
Dynamic Range
Effortlessly captures the subtle micro-details and explosive peaks of complex recordings.
Build Integrity
Hand-terminated craftsmanship that ensures long-term durability and signal purity.
Low-Frequency Control
Tight, authoritative bass response that maintains composure during the most demanding passages.
Signal Shielding
Advanced composite materials effectively eliminate interference for a dead-silent noise floor.
Key Specs
Outside Diameter
0.512 inches (13mm)
Jacket
Alcryn
Conductors
4 x 26.5 AWG Cardas Grade 1 Copper
Dielectric
PFA-air
Design Features
Matched Propagation, Golden Section, Crossfield, Litz
Shielding
Two Spiral Shields & PFA Graphite Composite
RCA Capacitance
16 pF/ft
XLR Capacitance
8 pF/ft
Features
- Ultimate flagship interconnect performance
- Advanced Matched Propagation Conductors
- Neutral and transparent sound profile
- Superior spatial imaging and dynamics
- Low-frequency impact and control
- Golden Ratio conductor scaling technology
- Litz conductor construction
- Advanced air-tube suspension geometry
- Hand-terminated by senior technicians
- Superior shielding
What customers say
Audiophiles widely praise the Cardas Audio Clear Beyond Interconnect Cable for its reference-grade performance. The core theme is its exceptionally natural and musical presentation, delivering an expansive soundstage and remarkable tonal accuracy. Users consistently note the signature Cardas warmth, characterized by deep, articulate bass and smooth, nonfatiguing high frequencies that eliminate harshness. The build quality is universally regarded as substantial and premium. While the sonic performance is considered world-class, the high cost means the value proposition is subjective, appealing mainly to those seeking the final layer of refinement in already high-end systems. Those who invest report profound satisfaction.
Know before you buy
The Clear Beyond is the brand's flagship interconnect, utilizing their most advanced Matched Propagation Conductors and sophisticated air-tube suspension geometry. It is designed to provide the highest level of transparency, speed, and dynamic control available in their current range.
Matched Propagation technology aligns the signal speed of the conductor with the dielectric material. This minimizes phase distortion, resulting in improved spatial imaging and a more cohesive, natural soundstage.
The cable performs exceptionally well in both configurations, though it is worth noting that the XLR version offers lower capacitance at 8 pF/ft compared to 16 pF/ft for the RCA version. Both versions utilize the same high-grade copper and shielding architecture to maintain signal integrity.
While the cable is robust with a 13mm outside diameter, the use of Alcryn for the jacket provides a degree of flexibility. However, due to the advanced internal geometry and shielding, it is best suited for setups where you have enough clearance behind your equipment to avoid sharp bends.
The Clear Beyond is engineered for a neutral and transparent profile rather than adding coloration to the signal. It is designed to reveal the full potential of high-fidelity systems by providing exceptional clarity and precise low-frequency impact.
The Litz construction consists of individually insulated strands of wire, which prevents signal loss caused by skin effect and proximity effect. This ensures that high-frequency signals are transmitted accurately and consistently across the entire length of the cable.
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