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Which HDMI cable for I2S?

I'm currently using an inexpensive 12 inch long Monoprice cable to connect my dac to a Gustard U18 interface. Honestly, it sounds quite good.

I don't want to buy a pricey cable, but maybe something by DH Labs, etc. 

There are some deals on older cables that meet HDMI 1.3, 1.4, or 2.0 standards. I know these standards are for video. Would all of them work for I2S digital audio? Would the higher standard HDMI 2.1 be better? 

sls883
larryincmh
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I switched out my HDMI cables to SVS branded cables a couple of months ago and felt there was a slight difference in my video clarity.  Well made and nice looking products. They now make interconnects and speaker cable as well.  

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baylinor
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Try the purist audio hdmi cable at under $300. I use it and it replaced the over $700 tubulus concentus cable without missing a beat. It does require a couple hundred hours of break-in. A bit bright at first and nicely rounded after break-in.

 

sls883 OP
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@baylinor

Is that the Diamond Revision cable? 

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baylinor
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@sls833

Yes, It connects the Gustard U18 to the Gustard X26 PRO. I placed it on my TV first which my wife runs 24/7 to do the break-in. Huge improvement after a couple weeks of that. Great value for I2s.

sls883 OP
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@baylinor

Interesting. I have a DH Labs cable ordered. I may give the Purist Audio cable a try. 

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