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What Ever Happened to ST Optical?

Based on the hype several years ago, I opted for the AT&T "ST" optical connection between my CD transport and processor. I've generally been satisfied with it over the years, but damage to the cable (oops) is forcing me to do a replacement. Is ST optical still a viable choice, or is coax better? Seems to be far fewer suppliers of the ST thes days-- my previous was XLO and they don't list it on their website anymore.
bama214
glreno
224 posts
 
I have always preferred ST optical to other connections, but haven't always been able to use it because it is now rarely offered on DACs. Howard at Camelot Technologies recently told me that AT&T is no longer selling the receivers and transmitters for after market use.
bama214 OP
18 posts
 
Thanks for all the responses. I think I'll keep looking for a replacement ST cable instead of switching to coax. Any more suggestions or links on where to buy these cables? I'm still not having much luck finding it. Should I be looking in electronic parts catalogs instead of high end stores?
sfstereo
215 posts
 
I think there is for sale in Audiogon. Search under Wadia. If you can't find it, try usedcable.com. I bought a couple of them at about $35 to 50 each.
Good luck.
jcbtubes
400 posts
 
Bama- I got mine from Precision A/V, Moorpark, CA. Not cheap, but I can't fault its performance.
Good luck.
sonic_genius
528 posts
 
A good telecommunications patch cord will work fine (about $20), www.milestek.com. A metal bayonet plug with 62.5u multi-mode cable.
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