AudioQuest Products Named TAS Editors’ Choice
A wonderful array of AudioQuest products have received The Absolute Sound’s 2025 Editors’ Choice Award.
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Amplifier-End Connector: Multi-Spade, Banana, U-Spade, or V-Spade
Often, the choice between terminating your speaker cables with spade lugs or banana plugs will come down to personal preference. However, the EU-compliant isolated binding posts used on some power amplifiers often makes it difficult if not impossible to tighten spade lugs with high torque or pressure. In these applications, the AudioQuest banana connector is the superior choice, and may be the only choice.
AudioQuest has conducted a fairly extensive survey of contemporary amplifier manufacturers to determine whether spades or bananas will be most appropriate for a given brand and model of amplifier. Please contact us, provide the brand and model of the amplifier, and we’ll respond with the optimal connector type.
Given the girth and weight of our Mythical Creature Series speaker cables, a spade may be better capable of fully supporting the cable. This is particularly a concern with binding posts that do not allow a banana connector to fully seat into the post. The EU-compliant posts will neither accept our V-Spade nor allow our Multi-Spade to be fully seated. For these applications (or when you’re not certain), we highly recommend the U-Spade, as it can accommodate any binding post. The V-Spade is a specialty spade connector that works well with large wingnut binding posts (such as the Mundorf ), as it allows extra clearance.
Speaker-End Connector: Spade or Banana
Here we typically recommend the U-Spade or banana connector. However, even though there is less weight and pressure on this side of the cable (particularly for BiWire sets), it is nevertheless important to note the binding post’s design. If a banana connector cannot seat all the way into the binding post, we recommend one of our spade connectors.
Key Features & Technology Explained
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Experience Cleaner, Clearer Sound:
- Solid 1.25% Silver Conductors: Solid conductors help eliminate strand-interaction distortion. Silver-plated conductors are excellent for very high-frequency applications like Ethernet audio, resulting in a cost-effective way of manufacturing very high-quality Ethernet cables.
- Geometry Stabilizing Solid High-Density Polyethylene: Carefully selected and optimized for its ability within an Ethernet cable to minimize distortion and preserve dynamics.
- Gold-Plated Nickel Connectors with 100% Shield Coverage: Further reduces distortion and complements efficient noise-dissipation for clearer, cleaner sound.
The AudioQuest Cinnamon RJ/E Ethernet Cable, with its high-purity Solid 1.25% Silver conductors, is crafted to enhance your audio experience. Perfect for those who value high-genus quality sound, this cable brings clarity and depth to your digital music collection, making every note count without adding any coloration. As eminent for streaming your favorite playlists and movies as for powering up your gaming sessions, Cinnamon RJ/E ensures reliable and superior performance across all applications.
Reliable and Stable Connections:
Built to support fast and stable network connections, the Cinnamon RJ/E Ethernet Cable offers outstanding bandwidth capabilities. With its precision-engineered design, it helps maintain consistent speeds, reducing lag and buffering during critical activities like gaming, streaming, or transferring large files. Experience seamless digital performance that’s both swift and steadfast.
Ideal for the Smart Home:
In today’s connected world, smart devices aren't just conveniences—they’re essentials. Cinnamon RJ/E makes sure your smart home stays reliable and responsive. By fortifying critical connections to routers, smart hubs, and other devices, it minimizes signal dropouts and network interruptions. Perfect for security systems, smart speakers, and more.
A Gamer's Best Friend:
Every gamer knows the frustration of unstable wireless connections—say goodbye to those days with Cinnamon RJ/E. Its robust wired connection provides an edge with low latency and reduced packet loss. Suitable for professional gamers seeking faster response times and competitive advantage, this cable ensures smoother online gameplay.
Designed for Professional Use:
The Cinnamon RJ/E Ethernet Cable meets the demands of a professional environment with ease. Whether it's for VoIP systems, video conferencing, or cloud-based workflows, our cable can handle large data files and transfers securely. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a reliable, wired network at your office, free from Wi-Fi inconsistencies.
Durability and Ease of Use:
This cable is engineered for everyday use—its robust build quality ensures longevity and dependable performance. Featuring high-density polyethylene and gold-plated nickel connectors with full shield coverage, it eliminates distortion while providing easy-to-use setup. Simply plug in and play, no hassle involved.
Enhance Your Lifestyle Today:
With the AudioQuest Cinnamon RJ/E Ethernet Cable, you are all set to elevate your digital experience, whether for home entertainment, gaming, or professional use. Make the switch to a high-performance cable that combines quality sound, stable connections, and unbeatable ease of use. Take action now to amplify your digital world.
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 Cinnamon RJ/EFrom $109.95 View details |  Pearl RJ/EFrom $39.95 View details |  Forest RJ/EFrom $69.95 View details |  Vodka RJ/EFrom $499.95 View details |  Diamond RJ/EFrom $1,295.00 View details | |
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Solid 1.25% Silver
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Solid 0.5% Silver
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Solid 10% Silver
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Solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)
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Red on Black Nylon Braid
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Black with Gray Stripes CL3/FT4 PVC
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Black with Green Stripes CL3/FT4 PVC
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Blue on Black Nylon Braid
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Direction-Controlled Conductors
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