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iVANKY Optical Cable 1 8M Nylon Braided Optical Digital Audio Cable 24K Gold plated Toslink Optical Cable for soundbar to TV Home Theater Xbox PS4
Last Updated: October 9, 2021 (Refresh Now)
9.2
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Total Reviews
994
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760
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1.97 meters
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Review Analysis - 229 recent, verified reviews
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Cable
55cables, optical cable, optical, sound quality, bar
+98%
-2%
" ... I bought this cable to connect my soundbar to my Samsung TV, great connection, firm wire, does the job ... "
" ... Own a bose sound bar and this cable really enhanced the sound quality. ... The cable use is of very high quality as well. ... "
" ... Although I've haven't tried it out yet the cable looked excellent quality. ... "
" ... A strong flexible cable - which requires a firm push (just be careful you have it the right way round to align correctly). ... "
" ... What can I say- its an optical cable! ... But it IS high quality, good braiding etc. ... "
" ... Bought this as I wasn't sure if there was a problem with either my TV, soundbar or the existing cable I bought from a well known high street store about 18 months ago. ... Turned out it was the cable and now everything is hunky-dory. ... Would recommend this cable to anyone. ... "
" ... I bought a modest new sound bar but had the wrong cables, this one did the job so I am happy. ... "
" ... Great cable, no issues, would recommend ... "
Sound / Sound Quality
41bar, tv, optical cable, sound quality, sound bar
+93%
-7%
" ... Sound is so much better ... "
" ... Used to connect sound bar to non-smart bedroom tv ... "
" ... Used it to connect sound bar to my tv. ... "
" ... I connected my sound bar to my TV and I'm very pleased with the result ... "
" ... Brilliant, saved a lot of messing about when I wanted the sound bar turned on ... "
" ... You get the same sound quality. ... I have brought my son one too for his sound bar. ... "
" ... I'm using a £200.00 sound bar with this item and it's long enough to reach the tv from the sound bar located behind the unit. ... Sound quality is good, I do sometimes find its out of sync but this is down to the sound bar and tv. ... "
" ... Sound quality is good with the TV connected to an Edifier S360DB. ... "
Sound
41bar, tv, optical cable, sound quality, sound bar
+93%
-7%
" ... Sound is so much better ... "
" ... We used this for our sound bar in the bedroom, the sound quality is fabulous, really pleased with the item. ... "
" ... A far better quality lead than came with my sound bar. ... "
" ... Seems to work really well, with no issues in sound quality either. ... "
" ... Easy to install sound quality great pictures really good ... "
" ... Sound is amazing, no drop outs or interference! ... "
" ... Bose Sound bar heaven . ... quality fit and audio . ... "
" ... Brilliant, saved a lot of messing about when I wanted the sound bar turned on ... "
Body
38well made, feels, secure, looks, good quality
+92%
-8%
" ... Just the right length,and it looks good ... Good secure fitting. ... "
" ... quality fit and audio . ... "
" ... It clicked securely into place and worked without any issues at all. ... It looks good too. ... "
" ... Really good quality, plastic cover for the pin. ... "
" ... lovely flexible covering and overall high quality, don't forget to take off the end protectors before trying to plug in ... "
" ... Well made and removable protective caps ... "
" ... Tough woven nylon coat feels substantial. ... Looks much more premium than the price would suggest. ... "
" ... It fits fine and the sound is great. ... "
Connectivity
24optical cable, soundbar, hdmi, connect, cables
+92%
-8%
" ... Does the job connecting my Samsung q90 to my hifi amp. ... "
" ... Used to connect the sound bar to the TV. ... "
" ... After reading the reviews for the iVANKY Optical Cable I went for it, really good quality and works perfect 👌 ... "
" ... I used it to connect a Logitech Z906 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System to a Samsung UHD TV, it worked perfectly, I recommend ! ... "
" ... Used it to connect sound bar to my tv. ... "
" ... Bought this with plug in connector and it was dead easy. ... "
" ... Well made, does what I needed it to do which is connecting my tv & soundbar. ... "
" ... I bought this as I upgraded to an LG CX and a 6800xt and it delivers full 2.1 hdmi compatibly. ... "
Body / Build Quality
24feels, flexible, optical, feels good quality, connectors
+92%
-8%
" ... Can't really comment on durability after just 3 weeks but it feels well made. ... "
" ... Build quality seems fine too. ... "
" ... Good and durable ... "
" ... feel good quality. ... "
" ... Just the right length,and it looks good ... "
" ... Appears well made ... "
" ... Buying gold plated tips is a con . ... "
" ... Works as expected, feels sturdy and reliable. ... "
Price
23value for money, quality, value, worth the money, well made
+96%
-4%
" ... It's value for money. ... "
" ... Great price well made and top class materials all in all I can't fault it ... "
" ... Great product and value. ... "
" ... audio input and this is a vast improvement - worth the investment. ... "
" ... Does what you expect at a great price. ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... High quality , low price , wonderful! ... "
" ... Good quality optical lead at a good price. ... "
Marketplace
15arrived, seller, recommend, rapid, item
+100%
" ... Works well and arrived quickly ... "
" ... Ordered at 10 am, job done by 9 pm same day Amazon Prime. ... "
" ... Delivery package arrived fast. ... "
" ... Perfect for what I wanted, arrived earlier than expected too so thanks! ... "
" ... Good item & comms from seller. ... "
" ... Arrived on time. ... Definitely recommend this seller. ... "
" ... Next day delivery adds to pleasure . ... "
" ... Works well quick delivery thanks ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
13connect, soundbar, used to connect, sound bar, hifi
+92%
-8%
" ... I connected my sound bar to my TV and I'm very pleased with the result ... "
" ... Used it to connect sound bar to my tv. ... "
" ... Excellent Value and made a huge difference to the audio quality on my soundbar that was previously connected to my TV through Bluetooth. ... "
" ... I used it to connect a Logitech Z906 5.1 Surround Sound Speaker System to a Samsung UHD TV, it worked perfectly, I recommend ! ... "
" ... Used to connect the sound bar to the TV. ... "
" ... Used to connect my TV to my hifi. ... "
" ... Well made, does what I needed it to do which is connecting my tv & soundbar. ... "
" ... Does the job connecting my Samsung q90 to my hifi amp. ... "
Body / Fit
13secure, fits, connection, click, soundbar
+92%
-8%
" ... These 'click' into place and remain secure unlike my old ones. ... "
" ... No problem instaling, fit very well to sockets. ... "
" ... Good secure fitting. ... "
" ... It clicked securely into place and worked without any issues at all. ... "
" ... But it's great value, fits perfectly and gives good quality sound with a stable connection to a Panasonic 3.1 soundbar. ... "
" ... quality fit and audio . ... "
" ... It fits fine and the sound is great. ... "
Usage
12quality, works, sound, easy to connect, easy
+100%
" ... Easy to install sound quality great pictures really good ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Connected tv to sound bar works a treat easy to install . ... "
" ... Easy to connect and the sound quality is amazing. ... "
" ... Apologies for any inconvenience caused ... "
" ... I brought it, so my Grandson can play on his game console when he comes to my house. ... "
" ... Works well and easy to install what more can I say. ... "
" ... Installed and worked first time. ... "
Connectivity / Ports
12optical cable, hdmi, cables, soundbar, ivanky
+83%
-17%
" ... Great cable - used to connect a TV to an AV receiver. ... "
" ... I bought this as I upgraded to an LG CX and a 6800xt and it delivers full 2.1 hdmi compatibly. ... "
" ... After reading the reviews for the iVANKY Optical Cable I went for it, really good quality and works perfect 👌 ... "
" ... Works fine but with HDMI, which is a digital interface, it will generally either work fine or not at all. ... "
" ... Compared to an optical cable at five times the cost this is just as good. ... "
" ... Great Optical cable highly recommend and great value ... "
" ... I gave in and looked for an optical cable. ... "
" ... Bought this with plug in connector and it was dead easy. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
11arrived, rapid, quickly, quick, promptly
+100%
" ... Perfect for what I wanted, arrived earlier than expected too so thanks! ... "
" ... Next day delivery adds to pleasure . ... "
" ... Works well and arrived quickly ... "
" ... Overall I’m very happy with the item and the delivery was rapid. ... "
" ... Delivered in specified time. ... "
" ... Order arrived promptly and in good condition. ... "
" ... Works well quick delivery thanks ... "
" ... Delivery package arrived fast. ... "
Usage / Setup
7works, time, setup, item, installed
+100%
" ... Connected tv to sound bar works a treat easy to install . ... "
" ... Installed and worked first time. ... "
" ... As you not going to keep unplugging your devices once they are setup. ... "
" ... Apologies for any inconvenience caused ... "
" ... Works well and easy to install what more can I say. ... "
Usage / Ease
7easy to install, sound, easy to connect, easy, works
+100%
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Easy to install sound quality great pictures really good ... "
" ... Easy to connect and the sound quality is amazing. ... "
" ... Works well and easy to install what more can I say. ... "
Body / Comfort
7click, works perfectly, well made, well, sound
+100%
" ... These 'click' into place and remain secure unlike my old ones. ... "
" ... They also have a very secure click as it pushed in. ... "
" ... As I have arthritis in my hands I found it difficult to plug in, but once done it does the job very well. ... "
" ... This one works perfectly and feels well made, no need to pay more for spurious benefits. ... "
" ... feel good quality. ... "
Performance
6item
+100%
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... What can I say did the job ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... Does the job ... "
" ... cheap, does the job. ... "
" ... This neat little item does the job. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
6recommend, item, happy, good, amazon
+100%
" ... Would recommend seller. ... "
" ... Definitely recommend this seller. ... "
" ... Good item & comms from seller. ... "
" ... product on time and as described. ... "
" ... Very happy whith item ... "
" ... Ordered at 10 am, job done by 9 pm same day Amazon Prime. ... "
Body / Design
6good, quality, price, looks and feels, feels good quality
+100%
" ... Looks much more premium than the price would suggest. ... "
" ... It looks very good in terms of quality. ... "
" ... It looks good too. ... "
Reliability
5installed, week, time, stopped, sound
+80%
-20%
" ... No problems at all ... "
" ... All the working great ... "
" ... Everything is working perfectly. ... "
" ... Installed and worked first time. ... "
Resolution
3tv, output, lg 4k, hdr, hdmi
+100%
" ... 120fps at 4k with HDR if wanted. ... "
" ... 55 ins lg 4k nano smart tv, as no audio output on new tv's, I have bought ivanky highest quality hdmi leads and 2 different DAC's both with optical inputs and audio out to my amplifier the second DAC has hdmi input output phono's opticals fully loaded using the ARK hdmi socket on the tv it is supposed to be better audio than optical but no audio at all from the ARK hdmi in to the DAC's and to any output to me amplifier I tried every combination of hardware and settings on the tv, even more modif ... "
" ... The sound quality is brilliant especially on 4k movies via Blu-ray and HDTV. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 1.97 meters