AudioQuest Big Sur Interconnect Cable
The AudioQuest Big Sur cable is designed to be a landmark in affordable analog interconnects, allowing the natural beauty of your music and audio entertainment to flow through with superior engineering and metallurgy. It features Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ Conductors (PSC+) for low distortion, Foamed-Polyethylene insulation to minimize energy absorption, and a Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS) to prevent RF interference from modulating the equipment's ground reference. The Double-Balanced Asymmetrical Geometry ensures a richer, more dynamic experience, while the cold-welded, gold-plated "Purple-Copper" plugs offer a solder-free connection that reduces distortion. This cable has been recognized with "Recommended Component" honors by Stereophile for 2025.
$979.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
4998
/ 5849
#4998 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
+81%
Above average
Length
20.0
/ Meter
Who it's for
- Enhanced Audio Clarity
- Superior Build Quality
- Advanced Noise Reduction
Who should skip it
- Premium Price Point
- System-Dependent Impact
- Subjective Value Proposition
Key Specs
Length
20.0 Meter
Conductor Material
Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)
Insulation
Foamed-Polyethylene
Noise-Dissipation System
Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS)
Geometry
Double-Balanced Asymmetrical
Connector Plating
Gold-Plated
Connector Type
3.5mm
Features
- Superior engineering and metallurgy for natural audio flow
- Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors for low distortion
- Foamed-Polyethylene insulation minimizes energy absorption
- Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS) prevents RF interference
- Double-Balanced Asymmetrical Geometry for richer, dynamic sound
- Cold-welded, gold-plated Purple-Copper plugs for solder-free connection
- Recognized as a Stereophile Recommended Component 2025
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the AudioQuest Big Sur Interconnect Cable for its exceptional sound quality and robust build. Many reviewers highlight a noticeable improvement in audio clarity, detail, and soundstage, suggesting a premium listening experience. While some acknowledge the investment, the prevailing sentiment indicates that the cable delivers significant sonic enhancements, justifying its price point for serious audiophiles. The perceived quality and the tangible upgrade in sound performance are the dominant themes.
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