Optical audio cables

What is an optical audio cable?

Optical audio cable is often called fiber optic cable, optical cable or TOSLINK (from "TOShiba LINK". "TOShiba LINK", since Toshiba developed this standard connector). An optical cable transmits sound by means of light rather than electricity. The built-in connector is usually rectangular in shape with rounded corners and has small holes for fiber optics.

What can I connect an optical audio cable to?

An optical audio cable can connect a number of audio/video devices together. The list includes TVs, soundbars, home theater systems, DVD players, Blu-Ray players, audio set-top boxes and many others. All they need is an optical input or output. Optical audio cables, however, are not only used by people who want high-quality sound in their audio/video system. Professionals in the recording, film or music industry are also reaching for them.

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Looking for high-quality optical audio cables? Count on Hurtel.com. Our suppliers include Wozinsky and Ugreen, who rely on proven cable quality and connectors. Optical audio cable lengths depend on the manufacturer, but are usually available in lengths from 1 meter to 5 meters. It is important to choose a cable of the right length and quality to ensure the highest possible sound quality. It is also worth checking whether the cable is compatible with the particular devices it is to be connected to.