Optical v. Coax digital audio cables


Given the choice (without regard to cost) which cables are preferred, coax or digital for audio? Reasons? Cable runs will be 10 feet and 3 feet. I undersand the optical cables will not be subject to RE/EFI noise. Would this make optical cables the better choice?
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Coax is preferred. It transmits the digital signal more accurately and intact. With optical you have to be concerned about the bend in the cable so as not to create any distortion from stressing the optical fibers in the cable. There are certainly other reasons that escape me; however, maybe someone else can provide input here.
Optical is thre only choice for longer runs. I would look at Wireworld Supernove optical cable;it is the best I've heard.
I agree with Coax as being the choice, but consider Balanced instead of single end if your runs are 10 feet! Happy Listening!
I agree with Jsawhitlock. If you can do balanced, that's your choice. Otherwise, Coax is your choice... less conversions, etc... (this has been covered extensively in recent threads). But let's face it... 10 feet is not a desirable length.