Cardas Audio Clear Cygnus Interconnect Cable
Best high-fidelity interconnect for audiophiles seeking neutral, detailed sound performance.
The Cardas Audio Clear Cygnus interconnect cable offers enhanced performance with a neutral tonal balance, benefiting from the Clear product line's advancements. It features a more economical version of the Clear Beyond interconnect's air-tube suspension, providing greater detail and richer low-frequency performance than its predecessor. This cable is suitable for any system length and configuration, delivering Cardas' signature musicality. It utilizes Matched Propagation Kevlar core conductors made of pure OFHC copper, insulated in PTFE tape-wrapped jacket with a Star-Quad geometry and a composite shield. Available with Cardas GRMO RCA or Neutrik XLR terminations, it's finished in a soft TPR jacket.
$3500.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1974
/ 5782
#1974 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
+545%
Above average
Length
5.0
/ Meter
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking transparent sound and expansive musical detail
- Listeners prioritizing long-term durability and premium build quality
- Music lovers desiring an immersive and emotionally engaging listening experience
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for entry-level cable solutions
- Owners of modest audio systems seeking immediate, transformative upgrades
- Skeptics who prefer measurable technical specifications over subjective sonic improvements
Performance breakdown
Tonal Neutrality
Delivers a balanced sound profile that remains faithful to the source.
Signal Clarity
Matched Propagation conductors ensure exceptional detail across the entire frequency range.
Low-Frequency Authority
Provides deep, controlled bass response that anchors the musical performance.
Build Quality
Premium copper and robust shielding offer long-term durability and signal integrity.
Flexibility
The ultra-soft TPR jacket makes routing through tight spaces remarkably easy.
Termination Precision
High-grade RCA or XLR connectors ensure a secure, low-resistance connection.
Key Specs
Length
5.0 Meter
Conductors
Matched Propagation Kevlar core, Cardas Grade One 99.9999% pure OFHC copper
Geometry
Star-Quad four conductor, anti-static LDPE air-tubes
Termination
Cardas GRMO RCA plugs or Neutrik XLRs
Jacket Material
Ultra soft extruded TPR
Features
- Economical version of Clear Beyond interconnect's air-tube suspension
- More detailed with better low-frequency performance
- Neutral tonal balance
- Suitable for any system at any length, in both single-ended and balanced configurations
- Uses Matched Propagation Conductors for clarity
- Features Cardas Grade One copper
- Terminated with Cardas GRMO RCA plugs or Neutrik XLRs
- Finished in an ultra-soft extruded TPR jacket
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Cardas Audio Clear Cygnus Interconnect Cable for its exceptional sound quality and robust build. Many users report a significant enhancement in their audio system's clarity, detail, and overall musicality, noting a more expansive and natural soundstage. The cable's craftsmanship is frequently highlighted, reflecting Cardas Audio's commitment to premium materials and construction. While a premium investment, enthusiasts often find its sonic performance delivers substantial value, elevating their listening experience to new levels. This cable is seen as a reliable and high performing upgrade.
Know before you buy
The Clear Cygnus incorporates a more economical version of the air-tube suspension technology found in the flagship Clear Beyond line. This design provides improved detail retrieval and more authoritative low-frequency performance compared to earlier Cardas models.
These conductors are designed to ensure that the signal travels through the cable at the same speed as the electromagnetic wave. This minimizes timing errors, resulting in greater clarity and a more coherent soundstage.
The cable is equally effective in both configurations. It is available with high-quality Cardas GRMO RCA plugs or Neutrik XLR connectors, allowing you to choose the termination that best matches your specific audio components.
The Clear Cygnus is finished in an ultra-soft extruded TPR jacket, which makes it significantly more flexible and easier to route behind equipment racks than many other high-end interconnects.
The Clear Cygnus is designed to be tonally neutral. It aims to preserve the character of your existing system while enhancing resolution and musicality rather than imposing a specific coloration on the sound.
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