{"product_id":"kimber-kable-opt-1-toslink-fiber-optic-digital-cable","title":"Kimber Kable OPT 1 Toslink Fiber Optic Digital 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;\"\u003eOPT-1 Is Kimber's Standalone Optical Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA fiber optic cable carries sound as pulses of light, not electricity, so it can't pick up the electrical or radio-frequency noise a copper cable can. What still matters is fiber quality and how cleanly the ends are polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber Kable's OPT-1 is the company's only optical cable, built from medical-grade light-conducting fiber, encapsulated in a heat-inhibiting thermal barrier, and finished with cold-polished ends that reduce reflections at the connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMedical-Grade Light-Conducting Fiber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber says construction begins with medical-grade light-conducting fiber, which has excellent light-transfer characteristics. Like every plastic optical fiber in this category, it will not microscopically fracture when flexed the way glass fiber can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Thermal Barrier and Cold-Polished Ends\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe fiber is encapsulated in a thermal barrier that inhibits heat warping of the light-carrying fiber, and a mechanical damping outer barrier further protects the cable from damage. Kimber cold-polishes the ends of every OPT-1 cable to further reduce the incidence of reflections, and finishes each cable by hand.\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;\"\u003eOPT-1 ends in a square Toslink plug on each end, cold-polished by Kimber to reduce internal reflections at the connection, with each individual cable hand-finished and checked before it leaves the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Fiber Optic 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\u003eYou want a single, focused optical cable rather than a multi-tier ladder\u003c\/strong\u003e — OPT-1 is the only optical cable Kimber makes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value a hand-finished, cold-polished connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kimber finishes each OPT-1 cable individually to that standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour run is longer than the 5 meters Kimber's own configurator lists\u003c\/strong\u003e — Audio Advisor carries OPT-1 in lengths up to 8.0 meters, beyond Kimber's standard web options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a straightforward step up from a stock optical cable without a tiered decision\u003c\/strong\u003e — OPT-1's single-model lineup makes that an easy call\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour only digital connection is coaxial, HDMI or USB rather than optical\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ea coaxial digital cable\u003c\/a\u003e or the matching cable type is what you need instead\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 square Toslink connector into the OPTICAL OUT or DIGITAL OUT port on your source, and the matching square plug into the OPTICAL IN port on your receiver, DAC or soundbar. The connector is keyed to fit only one way.\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;\"\u003eAn optical cable is one link between a source and a receiver, DAC or soundbar. 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\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most common destination for an optical signal\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 and Transports\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a common optical source for a receiver or DAC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/home-theater-receivers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHome Theater Receivers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual optical input for a TV or soundbar feed\u003c\/li\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 — a source component that often carries an optical output\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 fiber quality matter in an optical cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest explains it this way: dispersed light does get through a Toslink cable, but only after taking a longer path, arriving late, like a pool ball bouncing off the rails. That delayed light prevents the receiving device from decoding the signal properly. Less dispersion in the fiber means less distortion in the final analog sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs this a glass or plastic fiber?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt's plastic optical fiber, not glass. Every maker in this category describes it the same way: unlike glass, it will not microscopically fracture when the cable is bent or flexed, which is what lets these cables route through tight spots without breaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes an optical cable carry any electrical signal at all?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLight travels down the fiber core with no electrical current on the cable itself, which is exactly why it can't pick up hum, ground loops or radio-frequency noise the way a copper interconnect can. The signal is decoded back to an electrical one only inside your components.\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 Kimber Kable optical line we carry. OPT-1 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 optical cables, digital audio, 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":"Kimber Kable","offers":[{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45983212863661,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-0.5","price":77.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45983399280813,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-1","price":94.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45983194087597,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-1.5","price":111.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45983217352877,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-2","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45983059083437,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-3","price":162.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45982182604973,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-4","price":196.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981522657453,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-6","price":264.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.0 Meter \/ New","offer_id":45981646586029,"sku":"NEW-KKOPT-8","price":332.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/KKOPT_01_2024__77951.1712244138.1280.1280_63de95a3-b0ec-4f1c-a7f2-ea3049c0983c.jpg?v=1778118420","url":"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/kimber-kable-opt-1-toslink-fiber-optic-digital-cable","provider":"Audio Advisor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}