CrystalConnect van Gogh is a digital coaxial cable with 75 ohm impedance, designed to carry the S/PDIF signal between a source and an external converter. It belongs to the top range of the CrystalConnect brand and is available with BNC or RCA connectors, allowing it to be used with transports, streamers and standalone DAC converters depending on the interface in question.
The key parameter of a digital link is maintaining the characteristic impedance of 75 ohms along the entire length of the line, connectors included. The cable is engineered to minimise impedance discontinuities, which cause signal reflections on the line. The BNC connector version preserves impedance continuity more consistently than the usual RCA design.
In terms of playback, the benefit shows itself indirectly: a more accurate digital pulse shape reduces errors in clock recovery at the receiver, lowering the timing uncertainty of the conversion. The result is typically a more stable soundstage, more legible decays and a quieter background to the recording.
| Type | 1 Coax |
|---|---|
| Insulation | PTFE |
| Conductors | Infinite Crystal Silver |
| Shields | Silver-plated Copper, Mu-foil, Infinite Crystal Silver |
The Dutch company Crystal Cable has been manufacturing top-quality cables since 2004. It is led by Gabi van der Kleij-Rijnveld, and the brand was established as a sister company to the renowned manufacturer Siltech. Today, both companies share development and manufacturing facilities in the Dutch town of Elst, whilst each retains its own distinct character. Crystal Cable was founded following the development of a unique silver and gold alloy, which made it possible to create exceptionally thin, flexible and elegant cables. Their minimalist design need not be hidden behind furniture, yet they deliver sound quality that ranks amongst the very best in the world.
All Crystal Cable products are created with a single aim: to deliver a listening experience that comes as close as possible to a live concert. Silver and gold alloy conductors are complemented by multi-layer insulation and Kapton® shielding, which protect the signal from interference. The product range includes signal, speaker, power, digital, USB and network cables, as well as earthing bridges and cables for headphones and portable devices. The company also develops its own speakers with great success. All products are designed in-house and handcrafted in Elste to strict standards, which is why they connect you to music like few others can.
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