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AudioQuest Carbon USB Digital Audio Cable
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AudioQuest Carbon USB Digital Audio Cable
Carbon USB features high-purity 5% Silver-Plated conductors and Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation for the most efficient dissipation of radio-frequency noise. Carbon steps up from Forest with a higher 5% Silver-Plating and the addition of Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation, and is available in four connector configurations to match your DAC, audio interface, or other USB digital audio device — select your preferred option below. As an authorized AudioQuest dealer in Toronto, Canada, Vinyl Sound can help you match this cable to your digital audio setup.
Available Configurations
| Option | SKU | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A > B | 65-089-12 | 092592086609 |
| USB-C > A | USBCAR20.75CA | 092592009172 |
| USB-C > B | USBCAR20.75CB | 092592009776 |
| USB-C > C | USBCAR20.75CC | 092592097872 |
Key Features
- 5% Silver-Plating applied to AudioQuest's Long-Grain Copper (LGC) conductors, improving noise-dissipation
- Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation, absorbing and reflecting most RF energy before it reaches the ground layer
- Hard-Cell Foam insulation, minimizing energy absorption for clearer sound
- Direction-controlled internal conductors, reducing RF noise
- High Speed USB 2.0, up to 480 Mbps
Technical Specifications
| Conductor metal | 5% Silver-Plated Long-Grain Copper (LGC) |
| Conductor construction | Semi-Solid Concentric (USB-C variants); Solid (USB-A > B) |
| Insulation | Hard-Cell Foam |
| Jacket | Gray on black nylon braid |
| Noise-dissipation | Carbon-Based (for USB A-B and USB 3.0 A-3.0 Micro) |
| Voltage | 5V |
| Power Delivery | No |
| USB version | High Speed USB 2.0 |
| Bitrate | Up to 480 Mbps |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which connector configuration should I choose?
Match the connectors to your device and computer — for example, USB-C > C for a modern DAC connecting to a USB-C computer port, USB-C > A for a USB-C DAC connecting to a standard USB-A port, or USB-A > B for the classic USB Type-B connection used by many DACs and audio interfaces. Contact Vinyl Sound if you're not sure which one your device needs.
How does Carbon compare to Forest?
Carbon upgrades from Forest's 0.5% Silver-Plated conductors and Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation to 5% Silver-Plating with Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation. Contact Vinyl Sound for a detailed comparison.
