Cardas Audio Clear Cygnus Interconnect Cable
Best high-fidelity interconnect for audiophiles seeking organic, detailed sound reproduction.
The Cardas Audio Clear Cygnus Interconnect Cable offers enhanced performance and a neutral tonal balance, benefiting from the latest developments in the Clear product line. It features a more economical version of the Clear Beyond interconnect's air-tube suspension, delivering improved detail and a richer low-frequency response compared to its predecessor. Constructed with Matched Propagation Kevlar core and Cardas Grade One 99.9999% pure OFHC copper conductors, it utilizes a Star-Quad geometry with PTFE air tubes and a composite shield. Available with Cardas GRMO RCA or Neutrik XLR terminations and finished in a soft TPR jacket, it provides an organic, rich, and spacious sound.
$2000.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1974
/ 5782
#1974 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
+269%
Above average
Gauge
425.5
/ x AWG
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking an immersive and natural musical presentation
- Listeners prioritizing long-term reliability and premium build quality
- System builders looking to enhance overall component coherence
Who should skip it
- Listeners preferring a strictly neutral or analytical sonic signature
- Users wanting immediate, out-of-the-box performance from new gear
- Budget-conscious buyers avoiding high-end accessory investments
Performance breakdown
Tonal Neutrality
Delivers a balanced, transparent sound signature that honors the original recording.
Low-Frequency Definition
Provides a rich, authoritative bass response with impressive depth and control.
Signal Clarity
Matched Propagation technology ensures exceptional detail retrieval across the entire frequency range.
Build Quality
Premium copper and robust shielding offer a sophisticated, long-lasting physical construction.
Cable Flexibility
The soft TPR jacket allows for easy routing in tight equipment racks.
Soundstage Spaciousness
Advanced air-tube suspension creates an expansive, immersive, and organic listening environment.
Key Specs
Gauge
4x25.5 AWG
Outside Diameter
9.76mm
Conductors
Matched Propagation Kevlar core, Cardas Grade One 99.9999% pure OFHC copper
Geometry
Star-Quad four conductor with 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 and richer low-frequency performance
- Neutral tonal balance
- Matched Propagation Conductors for unprecedented clarity
- Cardas Grade One copper conductors
- Star-Quad four conductor geometry
- Composite shield suspended away from signal conductors
- 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. Reviewers frequently highlight how these cables bring a noticeable improvement to their audio systems, revealing greater detail, clarity, and a more expansive soundstage. The perceived value stems from this significant sonic enhancement, making the investment worthwhile for serious audiophiles seeking to elevate their listening experience. The craftsmanship and durability are also frequently noted, reinforcing a sense of premium quality.
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 results in a more neutral tonal balance with noticeably improved detail and a richer low-frequency response compared to earlier models.
The Star-Quad four-conductor geometry helps cancel out electromagnetic interference and noise. By pairing this with a composite shield suspended away from the signal conductors, the cable maintains a cleaner, more spacious soundstage.
Yes, the Clear Cygnus is available with either Cardas GRMO RCA plugs or Neutrik XLR terminations. You should select the option that matches the inputs and outputs of your specific audio components.
Yes, the cable is finished in an ultra-soft extruded TPR jacket, which makes it significantly more flexible and easier to route in tight spaces than many other high-end, stiff interconnects.
You can expect an organic, rich, and spacious sound profile. It is designed to be tonally neutral, meaning it aims to preserve the natural character of your recordings without adding artificial coloration.
The cable utilizes Cardas Grade One 99.9999% pure OFHC copper conductors wrapped around a Matched Propagation Kevlar core. This combination is engineered to minimize signal degradation and ensure high-fidelity clarity.
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