AudioQuest
AudioQuest Vodka RJ/E Ethernet Cable
Best high-fidelity ethernet cable for serious audiophiles seeking pristine digital streaming.
Experience true audiophile-grade performance with this 5.0-meter Ethernet cable. It features solid 10% silver conductors, eliminating strand-interaction distortion and reducing jitter for high-frequency audio. The solid high-density polyethylene insulation minimizes phase distortion, ensuring critical signal-pair geometry. Precision-made, low-loss connectors with 100% shield coverage and silver-plated contacts provide superior signal integrity. Designed to meet or exceed Cat 7 standards for 10-Gigabit Ethernet, this cable offers high-speed data capacity and extremely low-jitter, bit-perfect communication for your audio system.
$1599.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
6547
/ 6568
#6547 in Network Cables
Price vs Category Average
+327%
Above average
Length
5.0
/ meters
Who it's for
- Audiophiles prioritizing long-term durability and signal integrity
- Listeners seeking cleaner audio through reduced RF interference
- High-end system owners chasing maximum sonic refinement
Who should skip it
- Casual listeners using typical home audio setups
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking standard network performance
- Skeptics questioning the audible impact of digital cables
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Solid silver conductors virtually eliminate distortion for pristine data transmission.
Shielding Effectiveness
Full coverage shielding blocks external interference from compromising delicate audio signals.
Build Quality
Precision-engineered connectors and robust materials ensure long-term durability and reliability.
Data Throughput
Cat 7 certification easily handles high-resolution streaming without bandwidth bottlenecks.
Jitter Reduction
Advanced design minimizes timing errors for bit-perfect digital audio delivery.
Installation Ease
Directional design requires careful planning during setup for optimal performance.
Key Specs
Length
5.0 meters
Conductors
Solid 10% Silver
Insulation
Solid High-Density Polyethylene
Connectors
Precision-made low-loss ultra-wide bandwidth with 100% shield coverage and strain relief
Connector Contacts
Silver
Shielding
100% shield coverage
Data Rate
10 Gbps
Category
Cat 7
Know before you buy
AudioQuest designs their cables with specific directionality to control the noise-draining characteristics of the conductors. You will see arrows on the cable jacket indicating the correct flow of the music signal, which should point from the source component toward the receiving device.
Yes, this cable is fully compatible with any standard RJ45 Ethernet port found on routers, switches, and audio streamers. It meets Cat 7 standards, ensuring it handles high-speed data transfer without issue.
The solid 10% silver conductors significantly reduce strand-interaction distortion, which is a common source of jitter in digital audio. By minimizing this distortion, the cable helps maintain a cleaner, more precise signal path for your high-resolution audio files.
No, this cable does not support Power over Ethernet. It is engineered specifically for high-fidelity audio data transmission, not for powering network devices like security cameras or access points.
While standard Cat 7 cables provide basic shielding, the AudioQuest Vodka features 100% shield coverage combined with precision-made, low-loss connectors. This design is focused on preventing external radio frequency interference from corrupting the delicate digital signal, which is critical for maintaining bit-perfect communication.
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