in-akustik streaming cables and high-resolution accessories cover every digital connection in today's audio and video streaming systems. The flagship Referenz CAT-2405 AIR ethernet cable supports data rates of up to 40 Gbps with a bandwidth of 2000 MHz, providing the foundation for high-resolution audio and UHD video streaming. The range also includes CAT6 and CAT7 Ethernet cables, USB cables, digital audio and video cables, as well as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi accessories. Precision-engineered impedance matching helps minimize jitter, while shielded twisted-pair conductors reduce electromagnetic interference for reliable signal transmission.
CAT-2405 AIR
The CAT-2405 AIR is a high-end LAN cable designed for connecting audio components in streaming setups. It is based on our specially developed Air Helix construction, which enables low-loss and interference-resistant signal transmission. For this construction, we have designed a special clip that forms a stable supporting framework inside the cable. Several of these clips hold the signal pairs in a helical shape and at a defined distance freely in the air. The entire arrangement runs within a high-density shield. Two connecting bridges keep the clips evenly spaced and at the same time provide the necessary flexibility in the cable structure. Digital signal transmission: In mathematics, digital information is represented as binary values, but technically it is transmitted via analog voltage curves. To distinguish between states such as "0" and "1", voltage thresholds and time windows are defined. The transition between these states does not occur abruptly, but continuously—the signal passes through intermediate values, for example, between 0 and 5 volts. Capacitive loads, dielectric losses, noise, and external electromagnetic influences can distort these transitions. This results in timing shifts in the signal, known as jitter. Jitter makes it harder to assign data precisely in time and impairs the reconstruction of digital audio signals. Advantages of the Air Helix construction: The overall shielding made of dense braid, as well as additional foil shields for each pair of wires, effectively protect against external interference. The Air Helix construction uses air as a dielectric and ensures a constant distance between the wire pairs. This arrangement reduces crosstalk and capacitive losses, contributing to unadulterated signal transmission. Streaming components and integrated digital-to-analog converters (DACs) benefit from the improved signal quality and can process data more precisely. CAT connector with rotation mechanism: Conventional RJ45 connectors can only be plugged in at a fixed orientation. Depending on the position of the socket, this can result in unfavorable cable routing and mechanical stress on the connector, cable, and socket. To counteract this, we use rotatable RJ45 connectors with a 180° mechanism. Each connector can be rotated by about ±45°, resulting in a total adjustability of about ±90° between both connectors. This allows the cable to be routed without tension and in a space-saving manner. Sound Advantages at a Glance: Air Helix construction: Signal pairs arranged helically in air—minimal capacitive losses Air as dielectric: Reduces crosstalk and improves signal purity High-density shielding (tinned): Overall and pair shielding against electromagnetic interference RJ45 connector with 180° rotation mechanism: Flexible, tension-free cable routing Optimized for high-end streaming: Supports precise clocking in digital audio transmission Conductor material: High-purity OFC copper for stable, low-loss transmission Technical specification: CAT 8.1—up to 2000 MHz bandwidth Made in Germany: Development, manufacturing, and quality assurance on site Click here to discover exciting details
Streaming Cables for High-Resolution Audio and Video
A streaming system depends on reliable connections between its digital components. in-akustik streaming cables cover Ethernet, USB, digital audio and video connections, along with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi accessories for modern audio and video setups. The range includes CAT 6, CAT 7 and CAT 8.1 ethernet cables as well as USB cables across the Premium, Exzellenz and Referenz quality levels. This lets you choose the connection type and construction that match your components and application
Choose the Right Connection for Your Streaming Setup
Start with the ports on your source, network and playback components. Ethernet cables connect compatible components in a home network, while USB cables transfer data between USB-equipped digital sources and playback devices.
Ethernet Cables for Network Streaming
The range covers CAT 6, CAT 7 and CAT 8.1 network cables. Depending on the model, these cables support applications from gigabit networks to high-end audio and UHD video streaming.
Selected constructions use shielded twisted pairs, precisely adjusted impedance and additional shielding to help protect data transmission from external electromagnetic interference. The Reference CAT-2405 AIR supports data rates of up to 40 Gbps and a bandwidth of 2000 MHz.
- CAT 6 options for reliable data transmission and streaming
- CAT 7 models for high-speed networks with transmission rates of up to 10 Gbps
- CAT 8.1 models for demanding high-end network connections
- Shielded constructions designed to reduce external interference
- USB Cables for Digital Audio Sources
USB Cables for Digital Audio Sources
USB cables connect compatible digital sources and components. The selection includes USB A to USB B, Micro B, Micro A, Mini B and Mini A configurations. Premium USB 2.0 cables support data transfer rates of up to 480 Mbit/s. Selected Exzellenz and Referenz models add features such as triple shielding, silver-plated or pure silver conductors, precisely adjusted impedance and high-quality connectors.
AIR Technology for Selected Referenz Cables
Selected Referenz CAT and USB cables use Air Helix construction. A supporting structure holds the conductors at a defined distance in air, reducing capacitive loads and dielectric losses while dense shielding protects the signal from electromagnetic interference. The Reference CAT-2405 AIR and Reference USB-2405 AIR also use rotatable connectors. Their rotation mechanism supports flexible, space-saving routing and helps reduce mechanical stress on the cable, connector and socket.
How to Select Your Streaming Cable
Choose by connection type first, then compare the required transmission standard, shielding, connector layout and cable construction. The best fit is the cable that matches the interfaces and performance requirements of your components. For network streaming, check whether your setup requires CAT 6, CAT 7 or CAT 8.1. For a USB connection, confirm the connector types on both devices before selecting the corresponding cable.
- Match the cable to the ports on both components
- Choose the required CAT or USB standard
- Consider shielding where electromagnetic interference is a concern
- Select a connector design that supports clean, tension-free routing