Optical Cable?

[JustBiscuit]

Alright, is an optical cable really worth the 30 bucks?

I ordered an a40 audio system but didnt get the optical cable because i didnt think it was worth it.

After watching a couple reviews I learned that an optical greatly increased sound quality.

So how big of a difference is it?

(and if you guys have any recommendations for certain cables that are cheaper, better etc. let me know.)

[Palmer11]

if you want the best audio, then yes, you can pick up an optical from anywhere.. they all do the same... i bought my optical at thesource for 20 bux.... just go to an local electronics store, and pick 1 up

[PreFLecT]

you coulve went out and bought a 20 dollar headset if ur not getting the optical cable u can get one for 12 cents off amazon.com if u dont get the optical cable ur not getting 5.1 surround sound so the headsets useless plus it makes it easier to setup i HIGHLY recommand u get the optical cable

[ninjikiran]

I got mines from Monoprice, they are highly durable. At tad heavy and LONG for $7 each.

Much like HDMI(assuming you get one that supports v1.3) though there really isn't any way you can go wrong with an optical cable.

[Gremlin]

The TOSlink optical cable allows you to utilize the 5.1 Dolby Digital feature that comes with your MixAmp to its full potential. So in my own personal opinion, yes it is worth the money.