AudioQuest
AudioQuest Angel Interconnect Cable
Best high-end interconnect for audiophiles seeking uncompromising signal clarity.
The AudioQuest Angel is a premium analog interconnect cable designed for uncompromising audio performance. It features solid 100% Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) conductors, FEP Air-Tube insulation, and AudioQuest's Dielectric-Bias System (DBS) to minimize distortion and enhance clarity. The cable also incorporates a Carbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS) and an Asymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry for cleaner signal transfer. Terminated with cold-welded, direct-silver plated pure red copper RCA plugs, this 0.6-meter pair ensures a high-fidelity analog connection.
$1099.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1980
/ 5849
#1980 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
+103%
Above average
Conductors
100
/ Solid % Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)
Who it's for
- Listeners wanting a clean signal free from background interference
- Audiophiles seeking maximum detail and sonic transparency
- Owners of high-end systems requiring durable, reliable connections
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for entry-level pricing
- Owners of modest audio setups with limited resolution
- Users with tight spaces requiring flexible cable routing
Performance breakdown
Signal Purity
Perfect-Surface Silver conductors deliver an exceptionally clean and transparent audio signal.
Noise Rejection
Advanced carbon-based shielding effectively eliminates interference for a silent background.
Build Integrity
Cold-welded terminations ensure a robust, distortion-free connection for long-term reliability.
Dynamic Range
Asymmetrical geometry preserves the full impact and nuance of complex musical passages.
Insulation Efficiency
FEP Air-Tube design minimizes energy absorption to maintain signal integrity.
Soundstage Depth
The Dielectric-Bias System creates a remarkably realistic and expansive spatial presentation.
Key Specs
Conductors
Solid 100% Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)
Insulation
FEP Air-Tube
Bias System
Dielectric-Bias System (DBS)
Noise Dissipation
Carbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS)
Geometry
Asymmetrical Double-Balanced
Connectors
Cold-Welded Direct-Silver Plated Pure Red Copper RCA Plugs
Termination
RCA to RCA
Length
0.6 Meter
Features
- Solid 100% Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) conductors for exceptional clarity and dynamic contrast.
- FEP Air-Tube insulation minimizes energy absorption and distortion.
- Dielectric-Bias System (DBS) organizes insulation molecules for reduced distortion and improved soundstage.
- Carbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS) prevents RF interference from affecting ground reference.
- Asymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry offers lower impedance for a richer, more dynamic sound.
- Cold-welded, direct-silver plated pure red copper RCA plugs eliminate solder distortion.
- Provides an astonishing depth and realistic, tangible presentation of music.
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the AudioQuest Angel Interconnect Cable for its exceptional sound quality, describing a noticeable enhancement in clarity, detail, and overall musicality. While acknowledging its premium price, many users express that the profound improvement in audio performance justifies the investment. The consistent theme revolves around its ability to elevate the listening experience, making it a highly valued component for those seeking top tier sound reproduction.
Know before you buy
Perfect-Surface Silver conductors provide an extremely smooth and pure surface, which minimizes harshness and distortion caused by grain boundaries in standard metal conductors. This results in superior clarity and a more natural, dynamic presentation of your music.
The DBS creates an electrostatic field that organizes the cable's insulation molecules before you even start listening. This reduces time-delay distortion, resulting in a cleaner, more focused soundstage and better background silence.
Solder is a common point of signal degradation because it creates a junction of dissimilar metals. Cold-welding creates a permanent, high-pressure connection that maintains the integrity of the signal path for better conductivity.
The NDS uses layers of carbon-loaded synthetic materials to prevent radio-frequency interference from reaching your equipment's ground reference. This helps keep the noise floor low, allowing for finer details in the music to emerge.
This length is ideal for connecting components that are stacked or placed directly next to each other, such as a DAC to an amplifier. If your equipment is further apart, you may need a longer cable to avoid putting tension on the connectors.
This geometry uses separate conductors for the positive and negative signals, which allows for lower impedance and a more dynamic sound. By keeping the ground path separate, it effectively prevents the ground from being used as an inferior audio conductor.
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