Which is better Coax or Optical cables


I wanted to get some opinions on which provides better sound, coax or optical cables.  Is there a benefit to using one over the other?  Is there a brand/model you recommend?

thankful

Showing 1 response by chrisr

For short length less than 15ft and with 24/96pcm, toslink is just as good as good coax. With toslink, There's no electrical comnection between components for those who care.  Plastic vs glass for such a short distance is silly... There's no loss of 0's and 1's with plastic.
Coax can stream beyond 24/96pcm.
Both can't do dsd.  Only coax can stream dsd converted into pcm using dop stansard (24/176.8)...
so i guess coax is better, it has less limitations.
No need to spend a fortune.  Just good shielding and 75ohms connectors.