SPDIF cable same as coaxial cable?


Is a coaxial cable same as a SPDIF cable?  Seems they are one in the same.
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The above is a very thoughtful and informative answer.

Is a coaxial cable same as a SPDIF cable?  Seems they are one in the same.
The simple answer in home audio applications is yes.

Coax with a BNC termination will conform to the 75ohm S/PDIF standard.
I have been told by a cable designer (Rick Schultz) that RCA digital coax can come close to 75ohms depending on the design.

http://www.bluejeanscable.com/articles/75ohmrca.htm