{"product_id":"cardas-illink-multi-media-cable-3-5mm-to-male-rca","title":"Cardas ilLink Multi Media Cable - 3.5mm to Male RCA","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;\"\u003eCardas ilLink Connects a Portable Source to Your RCA Inputs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 3.5mm-to-RCA interconnect lets a source built around a small headphone-style jack — a phone, portable player, or compact streamer — feed a stereo system's RCA inputs directly, with no separate adapter in the signal path. What separates a premium cable from a bargain one is conductor quality and shielding against outside noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas builds its ilLink cable on the same platform as its current Parsec headphone cable, replacing the headphone connector on the output end with a stereo pair of RCA plugs, for connecting a portable music player or laptop to a stereo system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrade 1 Copper in a Star-Quad Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas says ilLink uses Grade 1, 99.9999% pure oxygen-free copper conductors with an SPN clear coat, gauge sizes scaled to Cardas's Golden Ratio proportions, arranged in a shielded Star-Quad four-conductor geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCarbon-Impregnated Shielding, Flexible Jacket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe four conductors are bound together in carbon-impregnated FEP tape, Cardas says, inside a super-flexible Alcryn rubber jacket built to survive daily handling. Overall gauge is 4x23.5 AWG, with a cable diameter of 0.204 inches (5.21mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eilLink ends in a 3.5mm mini plug on the source side and a stereo pair of RCA plugs on the amplifier side, built on the same termination approach as Cardas's Parsec headphone cable line.\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\u003eYour source has only a 3.5mm output and your amplifier only takes RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e — ilLink bridges that mismatch with no separate adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are connecting a portable music player or laptop to a stereo system\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the exact job Cardas built ilLink for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Cardas's Golden-Ratio-scaled Grade 1 copper construction in a compact source cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — ilLink shares that same conductor and geometry approach with Cardas's current headphone cable line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are feeding a short desktop or bedside-system run\u003c\/strong\u003e — ilLink's flexible Alcryn jacket and compact gauge suit exactly this kind of run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour gear uses RCA on both ends instead\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003echeck your source's actual output jack\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering; this cable only fits a 3.5mm jack on the source end\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 the 3.5mm end into your source's headphone or line-out jack, and the two RCA plugs into the matching RCA inputs on your amplifier or receiver, matching red to red and white\/black to white\/black.\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 3.5mm-to-RCA interconnect is one link between a source and an amplifier or receiver. 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\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many portable and desktop streamers use a 3.5mm output\u003c\/li\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 — a common source for a 3.5mm line-level feed\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 — some compact DACs use a 3.5mm output instead of RCA\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 usual destination for the RCA end of this cable\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;\"\u003eWhy does this cable have a 3.5mm plug on one end and RCA plugs on the other?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMany portable players, phones, and compact streaming devices only offer a single 3.5mm headphone-style output, while most home amplifiers and receivers expect a stereo pair of RCA inputs; this cable bridges that one mismatch without an extra adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat lengths does ilLink come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWe carry ilLink in 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5 meter lengths; call us if your run needs something longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the Star-Quad geometry do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas arranges ilLink's four conductors in a shielded Star-Quad geometry, bound in carbon-impregnated FEP tape, inside a flexible Alcryn rubber jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs ilLink balanced or unbalanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnbalanced. This is a single-ended connection on both ends, not a balanced connection.\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 interconnect cables, system setup, or matching your gear? 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":"0.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981926686893,"sku":"NEW-CRIPOD-0.5","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981463904429,"sku":"NEW-CRIPOD-1","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45982960550061,"sku":"NEW-CRIPOD-1.5","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45983180488877,"sku":"NEW-CRIPOD-2","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45982171824301,"sku":"NEW-CRIPOD-2.5","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/g_CARIPOD_000__11209.1699998157.1280.1280_84c37024-3315-4437-bdfb-4cf908139d30.jpg?v=1778143698","url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-illink-multi-media-cable-3-5mm-to-male-rca","provider":"Audio Advisor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}