{"product_id":"cardas-audio-clear-headphone-extension-cable","title":"Cardas Audio Clear Headphone Extension Cable","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eClear Headphone Extension Adds Reach to Any 1\/4\" Headphone Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone cable must physically match both ends of the chain: the connector on your headphones and the connector on your amplifier or DAC. Getting either wrong means the cable simply will not plug in, which is why the fit matters as much as the build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas Clear Headphone Extension is Clear Headphone Cable's wire terminated 1\/4\" (6.35mm) male to 1\/4\" (6.35mm) female instead of to a headphone-specific connector, so it fits any full-size headphone cable rather than one headphone model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrade 1, 99.9999% Pure Oxygen-Free Copper\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas builds Clear Headphone Cable around a dual mono run, two completely isolated cables for left and right, the same approach used in its speaker cables. The conductors are Matched Propagation Kevlar-core Litz wire, Grade 1, 99.9999% pure oxygen-free copper with SPN clear coat, gauge sizes scaled to Golden Ratio proportions, insulated in an FEP tape-wrapped jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDual Mono Geometry With a Suspended Shield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas suspends a composite shield of 42 AWG tinned copper and magnet wire away from the signal conductors, carried on oversized PTFE air-tubes, then finishes the cable in an ultra-soft extruded TPR jacket. The gauge runs 8x26.5 AWG for an outside diameter of 0.170 inches, or 4.31mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne end is a 1\/4\" (6.35mm) stereo male plug and the other is a 1\/4\" (6.35mm) stereo female jack, so this cable extends any full-size headphone cable without needing to match a specific headphone model. Cardas machines that 1\/4\" male plug itself, a GRQ-series connector plated rhodium over silver, backed by a Cardas lifetime warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Headphone Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphone cable is too short to reach comfortably from your listening chair\u003c\/strong\u003e — this extension adds length without replacing the headphone cable you already have\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour existing headphone cable ends in a standard 1\/4\" plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — this extension's female jack accepts any 1\/4\" cable, regardless of which headphone it's built for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Cardas's dual mono construction in the extension itself, not just the headphone cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clear Headphone Extension is the same wire as Clear Headphone Cable, just terminated differently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou move between a desk and a listening chair with the same headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — an extension lets you keep one headphone cable and add reach only where you need it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour headphone cable ends in something other than a 1\/4\" plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003echeck the connector on your existing cable\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering; this extension only accepts a 1\/4\" male plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlug your existing headphone cable's 1\/4\" male plug into this extension's female jack, and the extension's own 1\/4\" male plug into the headphone output on your amplifier or DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen power up the system as usual. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone cable is one link between your headphones and an amplifier or DAC. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amp end of this cable plugs directly into one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cable only helps once it's matched to the right pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many desktop DACs include a headphone output this cable can feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — stands, cases and other gear for the same headphone this cable serves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes this work with any headphone, or only specific models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAny headphone whose cable ends in a standard 1\/4\" (6.35mm) male plug. Since the extension itself doesn't touch the headphone-specific connector, it works regardless of which headphone that cable was built for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat happens if I order the wrong connector for my headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt simply won't plug in. Headphone connectors aren't interchangeable the way many amplifier connectors are, so check your headphones' own connector, and the amp-end plug your amplifier or DAC uses, before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use more than one extension in a chain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas doesn't publish guidance on chaining its own extension, but the more connections in a signal path, the more places for a loose connection to introduce noise; a single extension sized to your actual reach is the more reliable choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot in the Cardas headphone extension cable we carry. Clear Headphone Extension is the top of that range. If you want to go further, call us and we will talk through the whole chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about headphone cables, headphone amplifiers, or system setup? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Cardas","offers":[{"title":"1.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981711204525,"sku":"NEW-CRHPCL-1.5","price":880.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981210345645,"sku":"NEW-CRHPCL-2","price":965.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981996155053,"sku":"NEW-CRHPCL-2.5","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45980619866285,"sku":"NEW-CRHPCL-3","price":1135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45980486303917,"sku":"NEW-CRHPCL-4.5","price":1390.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CRHPCL-LARGE__99427.1690490844.1280.1280_6e808436-211b-4ab9-ae6b-784e13407916.jpg?v=1778110569","url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-headphone-extension-cable","provider":"Audio Advisor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}