AudioQuest
AudioQuest Sydney 3.5mm to 3.5mm Analog Audio Interconnect Cable
Best high-fidelity connection for audiophiles upgrading their portable audio setups.
Elevate your audio experience with the AudioQuest Sydney interconnect cable. This 1.5-meter cable features 3.5mm connectors, utilizing Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors to minimize distortion and enhance clarity. Its asymmetrical design separates ground and shield paths for quieter performance, while Polyethylene Air-Tube insulation maintains stable geometry. The integrated Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation System effectively combats RFI, ensuring a cleaner signal path for a richer, more dynamic sound. Ideal for connecting your audio devices with confidence and precision.
$339.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1189
/ 5745
#1189 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
-37%
Below average
Model
01.5
/ SYDM
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking pristine sound clarity and precise detail
- Listeners in environments prone to radio frequency interference
- Users prioritizing long-term durability and reliable connection integrity
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers using standard or entry-level audio equipment
- People needing to route cables through tight or cramped spaces
- Owners of modest systems that cannot resolve subtle sonic improvements
Performance breakdown
Signal Purity
Solid PSC+ conductors virtually eliminate graininess and distortion in the signal.
Noise Rejection
Carbon-based shielding effectively blocks external interference for a silent background.
Build Integrity
Robust TPE jacket and air-tube insulation ensure long-term structural reliability.
Connection Precision
Direct silver-plated terminations provide a secure, high-conductivity interface for audio devices.
Sonic Transparency
Asymmetrical geometry maintains a clean, dynamic, and uncolored sound signature.
Flexibility
High-performance materials result in a slightly stiffer cable than standard alternatives.
Key Specs
Model
SYD01.5M
Length
1.5 meters
Conductor Material
Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)
Insulation
Polyethylene Air-Tube
Shielding
Carbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS)
Geometry
Asymmetrical Double-Balanced
Connector Type
3.5mm Audio Jack
Terminations
Direct Silver-Plated
Features
- Solid PSC+ conductors for exceptional clarity
- Asymmetrical design for quieter performance
- Air-tube insulation reduces energy absorption
- NDS shield system prevents RFI interference
- Direct silver-plated terminations
- Richer, more dynamic sound reproduction
- Optimized for single-ended setups
- High-purity metal for reduced harshness
What customers say
This cable is celebrated for its exceptional build quality and significant sonic enhancements. Users consistently report improved clarity, richer bass, and a more defined soundstage, marking a clear upgrade from typical cables. Despite its premium price, many feel the superior audio performance validates the investment, making it a valuable choice for discerning listeners. The core feedback emphasizes outstanding quality and dependable, high fidelity sound reproduction.
Know before you buy
Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) is a high-purity metal that minimizes grain boundaries within the conductor. This results in significantly less signal distortion and a smoother, more detailed sound compared to standard copper cables.
The NDS acts as a shield that prevents radio-frequency interference (RFI) from reaching the signal path. By absorbing this external noise, the cable ensures a cleaner, quieter background, which allows for better clarity in your music.
This design separates the ground and shield paths, which helps prevent the ground from being used as an inferior audio conductor. This separation is key to achieving a quieter, more stable performance.
Polyethylene air-tubes are used because air absorbs very little energy, and polyethylene is low-loss. This combination minimizes the energy absorption that typically occurs in standard insulation, keeping the signal integrity intact.
Yes, the Sydney cable uses standard 3.5mm stereo plugs. It is fully compatible with any device featuring a standard 3.5mm auxiliary input or output, such as smartphones, laptops, and portable digital audio players.
Direct silver-plating provides a superior electrical connection compared to nickel or gold-over-brass alternatives. It ensures a high-conductivity interface that maintains the signal quality provided by the high-purity copper conductors.
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