Correctly inserting the cable in the pc again and the sound was OK again. Although this hasnt anything to do with the cable itself (and I am all but a believer), it means that a bad connection of the cable in the usb port could make a difference and not causing the sound card to not transfer any music. While optical audio cables may be more expensive, they offer better sound quality and are more durable than aux cables. However, if you are on a budget and only need to transmit analog audio signals, an aux cable may be the better option. They are widely available and significantly cheaper than optical audio cables. USB audio cables can make a difference in certain scenarios. For standard audio purposes like connecting headphones or speakers, the difference may not be significant. However, for audiophiles or professionals using high-quality audio equipment, investing in higher-end USB audio cables with better shielding and insulation can lead to improved USB cables do make a difference. Even into my $3500 DAC. I have 5 cables here now and some are NIGHT AND DAY, it's not even funny how much difference can be made with a USB cable in a well set up and resolving system. I use an AudioQuest Diamond and have for 4 years. Theoretically there should be no difference between a USB audio interface and a USB microphone if you used the same components in the mic as in a seperate mic and interface. (USB sends data in packets, Firewire sends it in a stream and so deemed more reliable for professionals) The Anker 765 USB-C to USB-C Cable (140W Nylon) will let you experience the leading technology trusted by 80 million+ users. Engineered for high-speed performance with a 140W output, our cable is equipped with USB Power Delivery 3.1 to rapidly charge a vast range of devices, from smartphones to tablets to laptops. Anyway, the whole USB v. S/PDIF question is one I've been working on quite a bit lately. I've talked to people who know digital audio conversion so well that it's scary and I've done my own listening tests. Based on this my conclusion is, people that boldly answer "USB is better" or "S/PDIF is superior" are 100% incorrect. The USB-C is newer, slimmer, and more powerful than USB-A. Also, USB-C can potentially handle higher data-transfer speeds and is versatile, with Thunderbolt 3 compatibility. Another difference is that USB-C cables are reversible, which means there's no "up" or "down" side; you can just plug them in. My USB-A connector isn't working. no, unless you're doing long runs, then better shielded cables make a difference. FencingNerd. • 4 yr. ago. Definitely, there's a significant difference between quality connectors (like Amphenol) with good cable and the cheapest stuff. Spend enough to get something decent with quality wires and connectors. That's typically around $50USD. gG6KsJ3.

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