Cardas Audio Clear Reflection Interconnect Cable
Best high-end interconnect for audiophiles seeking a neutral, detailed sound.
The Cardas Audio Clear Reflection Interconnect Cable brings flagship performance to your audio system, offering excellent high-frequency extension and speed with a neutral, dynamic sound and a pitch-black background. It blends classic design with modern technology, featuring Matched Propagation Conductors with Grade 1, 99.9999% pure oxygen-free copper. The cable utilizes a suspended air core twisted pair design with a PFA jacket and double composite shields for optimal signal integrity. Finished in a black TPR jacket, it terminates with Cardas SRCA-CU connectors, providing a musically satisfying and balanced listening experience.
$3550.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
333
/ 5753
#333 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
+554%
Above average
Conductors
199.9999
/ Matched Propagation Kevlar core, Grade , % pure oxygen free copper
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking a musical, non-fatiguing, and clear listening experience
- Listeners prioritizing long-term durability and premium build quality
- Music lovers desiring a spacious and well-defined soundstage
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers wary of high-end audio pricing
- Owners of less resolving systems seeking dramatic sonic changes
- Users with already warm-sounding audio setups
Performance breakdown
Signal Transparency
Matched Propagation technology ensures an incredibly clean and uncolored signal path.
High-Frequency Extension
Delivers crisp, airy treble detail without any hint of harshness.
Noise Floor
Double shielding creates a pitch-black background for maximum sonic contrast.
Dynamic Range
Handles complex musical passages with effortless speed and authoritative punch.
Build Quality
Premium materials and robust construction ensure long-term mechanical and electrical integrity.
Connector Precision
Custom SRCA-CU connectors provide a secure, low-resistance connection for every component.
Key Specs
Conductors
Matched Propagation Kevlar core, Grade 1, 99.9999% pure oxygen free copper
Gauge
2x25.5 AWG
Outside Diameter
10.66mm
Insulation
Extruded PFA jacket
Geometry
Cross-field layer
Shielding
Double composite shields of tinned copper and magnet wire
Jacket
Black ultra soft extruded TPR
Features
- Flagship level performance for real-world systems
- Excellent high frequency extension and speed
- Neutral and dynamic sound with a pitch black background
- Blends classic Golden Reference design with new Clear technology
- Introduces new copper colored SRCA connector
- Matched Propagation Conductors for optimal signal integrity
- Suspended air core twisted pair design
- Double composite shields
What customers say
Customers consistently express high satisfaction with the Cardas Audio Clear Reflection Interconnect Cable. A dominant theme is the exceptional quality of sound reproduction it delivers, with many noting a significant enhancement in clarity, warmth, and musicality across their audio systems. Reviewers frequently describe the cable as a transformative upgrade, justifying its premium price point through its profound impact on their listening experience. The perceived value for money is strong, as users feel the sonic improvements far outweigh the investment, making it a highly regarded component for serious audiophiles.
Know before you buy
The Clear Reflection is designed to be neutral and dynamic. It offers a very quiet, 'pitch-black' background that allows for excellent high-frequency extension and speed without sounding overly analytical.
This cable bridges the gap between classic Cardas designs, like the Golden Reference, and modern Clear technology. It incorporates Matched Propagation Conductors to improve signal integrity and phase accuracy compared to older legacy cables.
The Clear Reflection is terminated with the Cardas SRCA-CU connectors. These are high-quality, copper-based RCA connectors specifically designed to maintain the signal purity of the cable.
While the cable has a substantial outside diameter of 10.66mm, it is finished with a soft, extruded TPR jacket. This makes it more manageable and flexible than many other high-performance cables of this thickness.
The cable utilizes double composite shielding consisting of tinned copper and magnet wire. This construction is designed to protect the signal from external electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.
Matched Propagation technology ensures that the signal travels through the conductor at the same speed as the electromagnetic wave. This minimizes smearing and timing errors, resulting in a more coherent and detailed soundstage.
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