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Offered is „XLAES1 110ohm digital XLR 1m GENERATION 6 LATEST“ by Transparent Audio as new device from the category „Cinch Cable (Digital)“ on audio-markt.de - the online market place for high-end. The advert with the number 1276599438 ends on 20.12.2026 at 06:18 o'clock.
Compared with the obvious alternative of buying another decent digital interconnect in the used market, this one sits well above fair value: at €3,695 it is above the €3,544 75th percentile and far over the €2,121 median, so I’d call it ambitious rather than a bargain. The upside is that Transparent’s higher-end digital cables are generally sought after for solid build, controlled impedance, and the kind of noise rejection and system cleanliness people buy these for, but the premium here only makes sense if you specifically want this exact level and generation.
As a buyer, the key question is whether you’re paying for this cable’s condition, originality, and immediate plug-and-play convenience rather than just performance. If it is truly clean, well-kept, and complete with the right terminations, it can still be a sensible purchase for a resolving system; if not, the price leaves little room for compromise, especially when good used alternatives exist much lower in the market.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Transparent Audio was founded in 1980 in Saco, Maine, by audio enthusiasts Jack Sumner, Karen Sumner, and Carl Smith, who initially distributed high-end products like the Norwegian Electrocompaniet amplifiers and the iconic Well Tempered Turntable. Evolving from distribution, the company entered manufacturing in the mid-1980s, first with MIT cables before launching its own innovative line in 1993. This heritage of passion-driven innovation has defined Transparent as a pioneer in audio connectivity, with breakthroughs like patented network technology, unique cable geometries, and system-specific calibration introduced in the 1990s.
The brand focuses exclusively on premium cables and related components, including interconnects, loudspeaker cables, digital audio cables, HDMI cables, AC power cords, and power conditioners. Transparent eschews amplifiers, speakers, turntables, DACs, or headphones, concentrating instead on transmission solutions that minimize signal distortion and maximize sonic transparency. Their Reference line, debuted in 1994, established this niche, bolstered by ongoing refinements and an owner-friendly upgrade program.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Transparent commands respect among discerning buyers and professionals for delivering pristine, nuanced sound reproduction in world-class systems. Decades of awards, relentless R&D, and a reputation for pushing cable technology boundaries cement its status as a leader, where cables are treated as equals to components themselves.
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