{"product_id":"cardas-audio-clear-interconnect-cable-xlr-to-xlr","title":"Cardas Audio Clear Interconnect Cable - XLR to XLR","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 Is the Cable the Rest of the Cardas Line Points To\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eCardas Audio's Clear is the interconnect Cardas designed for reference systems in acoustically neutral rooms. The company describes it as completely neutral and transparent, with superb dynamics, extension and speed. It says the Clear works in long or short runs alike. This is the Rev.1 version. It is hand terminated in Bandon, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThree Conductors in a Triangle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThree conductors at 25.5 AWG sit in an equilateral triad, a triangle rather than a pair or a square. Each is a Matched Propagation conductor on a Kevlar core, built from Cardas Grade 1 copper, 99.9999% pure, in Litz form with every strand enamel coated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eStrands Down to 41 Gauge, Suspended in Air\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe individual strands run from 41 AWG to 39 AWG, and their sizes step in Golden Ratio proportions. Each conductor wears an ultra-thin extruded PTFE jacket and sits inside an anti-static LDPE air tube. Carbon-impregnated PTFE tape binds the three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA second ring of PTFE air tubes, scaled 1.618 times larger than the core tubes, holds the composite shield of tinned copper and magnet wire away from the signal. An ultra-soft extruded TPR jacket finishes the cable. It measures 11.43 mm across.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe CG XLR, Machined for the Flagship Tier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eClear ends in the Cardas CG XLR, the company's reference cable-mount XLR. It is a three-piece threaded design in high-copper, non-magnetic brass, with silver contacts under a rhodium flash. A fourth solder pin bonds the shell to the body, and a red or black O-ring marks the channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e lists the Clear Rev.1 in its 2025 Recommended Components, noting that with it in his system its reviewer \"gained significant measures of detail and transparency.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e named the Clear an Editors' Choice in 2013, and \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e has kept it in Recommended Components from the 2018 edition through the 2025 edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect 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\u003eYou have a reference system in a treated room\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cardas designed the Clear for exactly that, so the cable is chosen for the room you built\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou need a long run\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cardas says the Clear works in long or short runs alike, so separates across the room are not a compromise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour rack radiates\u003c\/strong\u003e — the composite shield rides on its own ring of air tubes, so noise is rejected without loading the signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the reference plug\u003c\/strong\u003e — the CG XLR is machined brass with rhodium-over-silver contacts in a threaded three-piece body, so it grips and resists corrosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour components have only RCA jacks\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Clear XLR is balanced at both ends and will not fit an RCA jack. Choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-pair\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eCardas Clear RCA\u003c\/a\u003e instead, or call us and we will match the connector\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;\"\u003eRun the Clear from a balanced XLR output on your DAC, streamer, CD player or phono stage to a balanced XLR input on your preamp or amplifier. Keep left to left and right to right. Line up the pins and push until the latch clicks. Press the latch tab to release the plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThen leave it alone. Cardas says its cables settle with use, so plug in and listen. 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;\"\u003eAn interconnect is one link in the chain. 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\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — source to preamp, preamp to amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the power amp end of a separates system\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 — DAC output to preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/cd-players-and-transports\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eCD Players \u0026amp; Transports\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — disc player to preamp\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;\"\u003eWhat is the equilateral triad?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThree conductors arranged as a triangle with equal sides. Cardas uses it in the Clear in place of a twisted pair or a star-quad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat is the CG XLR connector?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eCardas's reference cable-mount XLR. A three-piece threaded brass body, silver contacts under a rhodium flash, a fourth solder pin to bond the shell, and a red or black O-ring to mark the channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat does Rev.1 mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe current version of the Clear. Cardas lists the interconnect as Rev 1, and \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e notes the revision applies to both the RCA and the XLR versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow long does break-in take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eCardas says at most 200 hours, and usually half that. Its advice is simple: \"Plug them in, leave them plugged in, and enjoy your life.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does Cardas give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA lifetime warranty. Every Litz strand is sealed in enamel, so the copper does not oxidize. Cardas says that is why its cables last.\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 from the Clear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-beyond-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-xlr-to-xlr-pair\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eCardas Clear Beyond XLR\u003c\/a\u003e is the top of the line. It moves to four conductors in a star-quad, strands down to 47 gauge, and a 13 mm body with a CG XLR redesigned to fit it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAudio Advisor's tour of the Cardas factory in Bandon, where the Clear is built and terminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xmjVJNxKV5Q\" title=\"Inside Cardas – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAudio Advisor walks through Cardas cable construction, from Litz strands to hand-soldered plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OdDJBBxrzY8\" title=\"Cardas Cable Construction – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\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 interconnects, reference systems, or RCA versus XLR? 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","brand":"Cardas","offers":[{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45983287836845,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-0.5-PR-XLXL","price":2130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ Single \/ New","offer_id":45982070538413,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-0.5-SIN-XLXL","price":1065.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.75 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45982072832173,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-0.75-PR-XLXL","price":1965.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981213851821,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-1-PR-XLXL","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981187834029,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-1.5-PR-XLXL","price":3870.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5 Meter \/ Single \/ New","offer_id":45983044337837,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-1.5-SIN-XLXL","price":1935.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981581017261,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-2-PR-XLXL","price":4740.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45983040209069,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-2.5-PR-XLXL","price":5610.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45983027626157,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-3-PR-XLXL","price":6840.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981728800941,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-3.5-PR-XLXL","price":7350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45983145525421,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-4-PR-XLXL","price":8220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.0 Meter \/ Single \/ New","offer_id":45982929911981,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-4-SIN-XLXL","price":4110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45983153619117,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-4.5-PR-XLXL","price":9090.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45982231330989,"sku":"NEW-CRCLEIC-5-PR-XLXL","price":9960.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CRCLEIC_XRL-LARGE__06452__48225.1692574449.1280.1280_3d43d6c9-c12f-449a-bf22-7b6cc9744701.jpg?v=1778142819","url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-interconnect-cable-xlr-to-xlr","provider":"Audio Advisor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}