QED Reference Ethernet Cable with Cat 8.1, 40 Gb/s bandwidth and shielded OFC twisted pairs for stable digital audio networking. Read more.
The QED Reference Ethernet Cable is a premium network cable designed for digital audio systems where reliability, bandwidth and clean integration matter. It is aimed at music lovers, hi-fi enthusiasts and demanding listeners who want a dependable connection between a streamer, music server, network player or router. Positioned within QED’s Reference cable range, it focuses on stable data transfer, careful shielding and long-term build quality rather than unnecessary complexity. It is especially useful in systems built around high-resolution streaming, NAS playback or networked digital sources.
Built as a Class I Category 8.1 Ethernet cable, the QED Reference Ethernet supports up to 40 Gb/s Ethernet, giving it ample bandwidth for demanding audio files including 32 bit/384 kHz PCM and DSD512. Its 99.999% oxygen-free copper twisted pairs are designed to reduce crosstalk and signal noise, while the aluminium mylar wrap and ferrite-impregnated jacket can help lower insertion loss and support consistent performance. The pearl white PVC outer jacket gives the cable a clean appearance, making it easy to place neatly behind a rack or within a visible hi-fi setup.
In use, the QED Reference Ethernet Cable is well suited for connecting a router, network switch or wall outlet to a digital audio streamer, network DAC, music server or other network-enabled hi-fi component. For best results, it should be routed without tight bends and kept away from unnecessary strain, just as with any well-installed cable in a serious system. Listeners who want a stable, future-ready network link for high-resolution playback will find this QED cable a practical and well-considered upgrade for their digital audio chain.
