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Curious Cables Curious USB Cable For sale is a 0.8m Curious USB cable, measures 85cm from tip to tip. Condition: Great Payment Method: Cash, PayPal, Bank Transfer Region/State: (QLD) Queensland/Australia By DamonsHIFI 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $220 Date: June 23, 20241 yr
Quietly, this sits in the fair-to-decent zone rather than being a steal. At A$220, it’s above the A$178 median and also above the A$177 25th percentile, but still well below the A$299 75th percentile, so I’d call it slightly ambitious but not out of line for a clean listing.
What makes it worth considering is that Curious Cables has a strong reputation for well-made USB leads that are mainly bought for build quality, reliable shielding, and a sensible, no-drama upgrade over generic stock cables. If the condition is genuinely good and it’s an original, complete piece, the upside is simple: you’re paying for a respected cable at less than the top end of the recent market, with no obvious red-flag premium attached.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Curious Cables emerged from Australia in the mid-2010s as a boutique audiophile venture founded by Rob Woodland, a seasoned designer with deep roots in high-end audio. From 1999 to 2005, Woodland licensed and manufactured Keith Eichmann's acclaimed Bullet Plug RCA connectors, along with his own innovations like the CablePod binding post and Bayonet Plug. After selling that business and pursuing semi-retirement—building loudspeakers and DACs as a DIY enthusiast—he channeled his expertise into digital interconnects, launching Curious Cables to tackle persistent sound quality challenges in modern systems.
The brand specializes exclusively in USB cables, with flagship models like the original Curious USB and the refined Evolved USB standing out for their meticulous engineering. These feature separated data and power paths: pure silver for balanced data transmission and shielded mini-coax for power, alongside precise grounding to minimize noise and jitter. Developed over 12 months of exhaustive listening tests, they target digital audio sources, earning praise for elevating clarity and musicality without extravagant pricing.
Positioned as a niche high-end contender, Curious Cables appeals to discerning audiophiles seeking tangible upgrades in the contentious USB domain. Reviews highlight their knockout performance against pricier rivals, backed by blind tests and industry veterans like Mike Lenehan, who manufactures them in Queensland. Far from mass-market, this Australian specialist holds a cult following among knowledgeable buyers prioritizing sonic refinement over hype.
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