Quality Stereo 3.5mm male to male Cables

[PortaStudio]

Hello,

I want to buy an audio cable to connect my audio player to the aux in of my car audio system. Doing my research on amazon I came to the conclusion, that I can't really find anything that gains my trust. I am concered about the audio quality as well as durability.

I haven't decided on whether or not I want to have angled connectors, so I am looking for cables that are angled and for calbes that are straight for now (although I am leaning more towards angled).

I am thankful for any recommendations and tips!

 

[fpitas]

No appropriate Amazon basics cable?

 

[JSmith]

I haven't decided on whether or not I want to have angled connectors, so I am looking for cables that are angled and for calbes that are straight for now (although I am leaning more towards angled).

https://www.amazon.com.au/Ugreen-10733-3-5mm-Audio-Cable/dp/B00NJE0Q1M

https://www.amazon.com.au/UGREEN-Auxiliary-Compatible-Smartphones-Speakers/dp/B00LM0U8I6

https://www.amazon.com.au/UGREEN-3-5mm-Auxiliary-Audio-Cable/dp/B08T1F4PD9

https://www.amazon.com.au/UGREEN-Braided-Auxiliary-Headphones-Speakers/dp/B088CZLHGL

JSmith

 

[PortaStudio]

No appropriate Amazon basics cable?

I looked up the amazon basics 3.5mm jack cable:

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Stereo-Audio-Cable-Meters/dp/B00NO73MUQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=%22amazon%2Bbasics%22%2B3.5mm&th=1

It looks a bit flimsy to me.

 

[fpitas]

This one is perhaps sturdier?

https://www.amazon.com/Syncwire-Braided-Auxiliary-Adapter-Headphones/dp/B01I0SI1SG/ref=d_bmx_dp_b63igvgo_sccl_3_1/142-2384990-9867620?pd_rd_w=RnfxZ&content-id=amzn1.sym.98df316a-7a35-491b-8a8a-7bb969e05c02&pf_rd_p=98df316a-7a35-491b-8a8a-7bb969e05c02&pf_rd_r=4KKG842JH1QN8K7G7C9M&pd_rd_wg=HZ2we&pd_rd_r=85f58b94-649f-4957-8edd-01bcad6a2349&pd_rd_i=B01I0SI1SG&th=1

 

[PortaStudio]

Thanks for all the responses so far. I mainly deal with instrument or XLR cables (although I don't have a deep technical understanding of them neither), so I am not quite sure what to look for in a cable like this. One thing I am worried about that the connection between the cable and connector is solid. Hard or impossible to tell from the pictures unfortunatly. The more I read, the more hesitant I get. The way amazon reviews are these days, I don't know what to believe anymore. So if anyone has experience with these types of cables I'd love to hear about it.

Another question I have is, what material of the outer-layer is best for durability.

I'd like to buy something that is reliable and doesn't compromise on the quality of the sound.

 

[fpitas]

Other than buying a few in case one breaks, I'm not aware of professional quality cables with 3.5mm ends. If forced to it, I'd get 1/4" TRS cables and use 3.5mm adapters at each end. Barring that, make your own, so you know what you have.

 

[digitalfrost]

I am very happy with Cordial cables. They offer just about anything you could need. They use Rean/Neutrik plugs and the cables are sturdy and flexible.

Cordial CFS 3 WW

Mini-Jack Cable High quality audio cable specifically for PC and mini-disc recorder, Stereo male jack (mini) to stereo male jack (mini), Cable cross-section: 2 x 0.22 mm², With Neutrik (Rean) connectors, Gold-plated contacts, Casing: Black metal,...

www.thomann.de

 

[JSmith]

So if anyone has experience with these types of cables I'd love to hear about it.

Yeah that's why I posted the UGreen brand cables... I've purchased a number of their cables and find them of decent build quality and they make many types;

CABLES

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www.ugreen.com

I don't think you'll have a problem, especially for just an audio player in a car. I do find for many brands that the nylon braiding can become frayed over time, but that just affects the look not the operation.


JSmith

 

[Zensō]

These are nice:

Amazon.com

 

[PortaStudio]

Okay. I will look into Worlds Best Cables, Cordial and Ugreen, and pick one of those. The problem with amazon reviews is, that I can't know if I am reading the opinion of a genuine individual. Thanks for the tips!

 

[amicusterrae]

Stereo Cables at Blue Jeans Cable

Solid and reasonably priced.

 

[PortaStudio]

Stereo Cables at Blue Jeans Cable

Solid and reasonably priced.

Looks nice, but I am located in europe.

 

[Zensō]

Okay. I will look into Worlds Best Cables, Cordial and Ugreen, and pick one of those. The problem with amazon reviews is, that I can't know if I am reading the opinion of a genuine individual. Thanks for the tips!

I have a bunch of different types of cables from Worlds Best Cables. They use quality parts and have held up well over time.

 

[amicusterrae]

Looks nice, but I am located in europe.

Worlds Best Cable sells quality options on Amazon in a variety of different cable designs and configurations. If you search, you can find test results for various options from Mogami, Canare, etc., and choose based on your requirements. I needed some short rca cables that had effective RF shielding and went with the Gotham GAC 4/1. Personally I wouldn’t sweat the internal design for a car cable. Everything has some shielding, it’ll be a short run, and you just want good quality connectors and construction for durability.

 

[PortaStudio]

That is great to know! Is there an option around 2-3 feet? I only found 6 feet, thats a bit long.

 

[Zensō]

That is great to know! Is there an option around 2-3 feet? I only found 6 feet, thats a bit long.

Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/Foot-Balance...45-ab72-708202b451a6&pd_rd_i=B00Y7Z0PRC&psc=1

 

[PortaStudio]

Here you go: https://www.amazon.com/Foot-Balance...45-ab72-708202b451a6&pd_rd_i=B00Y7Z0PRC&psc=1

Thank you very much!

 

[hnash53]

In terms of audio quality, I thought that the issue with different makes of audio cables had been settled. That is, there's no difference.

 

[Zensō]

In terms of audio quality, I thought that the issue with different makes of audio cables had been settled. That is, there's no difference.

While I agree in principle, I have had poorly made cables fall apart, which has a major effect on sound quality (as in the sound goes away completely).