For sale is my as new Sonic Art USB cable, 0.8m in length, as per box picture.
This is as good as anything I've tried, but as I'm no longer using USB it's no longer required.
User to pay freight, if required. Approx $14.00. No offers at this price, thanks.
The item being advertised is sold "as is", and no warranty should be assumed unless otherwise indicated and agreed between the Buyer and the Seller. Photos representing the item being advertised form part of the description unless otherwise specified.
### Key Observations from Related Content
- Sonic Art Reference Blue Lightning (Coaxial, not USB): One forum user described it as a "singularly impressive upgrade" immediately after unboxing (cold), noting it requires 150+ hours of burn-in. General Sonic Art cable reviews highlight deeper low-end, richer bass, tighter clarity, and outstanding mid-range detail.
- Similar Audiophile Cables: Reviews of other USB cables emphasize burn-in effects (e.g., improved bass and balance after 100-200 hours), tonal improvements, imaging, and PRaT (pace, rhythm, and timing). Nordost Blue Heaven cables are praised for clarity, low noise floor, detail, and value.
- No Data on Sound Quality, Build, Reliability, Strengths/Weaknesses, or Reputation: Without direct reviews, these aspects cannot be summarized objectively from user feedback. The manufacturer's site links to unspecified reviews, but no content is provided.
If more targeted sources emerge, an updated summary could assess audiophile claims like burn-in benefits or digital cable audibility, common in related discussions.
- Condition variations: No used listings or user-reported prices appear in recent data, so used values cannot be reliably estimated; expect 10–30% discounts (e.g., AUD 170–220) for lightly used items in excellent condition, assuming standard audiophile cable depreciation, though this is inferred from market norms due to lack of direct evidence.
- Key factors affecting value:
- Length: Listings confirm 1.0m at AUD 240; longer versions may command premiums, though none are detailed.
- New vs. used: Primary pricing reflects new stock from Sonic Art Australia; secondary market data is absent.
- Demand and reviews: Positive user feedback on forums notes favorable performance against competitors (e.g., Curious Evolved, DH Labs Mirage), potentially supporting steady value in niche audiophile circles, but no widespread resale listings exist.
- Comparables: Boutique USB cables range USD 350–590 (roughly AUD 520–880 at current rates), positioning this as a budget-friendly option in the high-end segment.
Prices are stable per the manufacturer's Australian site as of available data, with no indications of discounts or fluctuations.
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