An audio cable is a type of cable specifically designed to transmit sound signals between electronic devices, such as microphones, speakers, mixing consoles, amplifiers, musical instruments, and playback systems.
Main features:
- Signal transmission: Carries audio signals in analog or digital format.
- Shielding: Usually shielded to protect the signals from electromagnetic interference and unwanted noise.
- Specific connectors: Use connectors like jack (1/4", 1/8"), XLR, RCA, TS/TRS/TRRS, or digital connectors like AES/EBU or S/PDIF.