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Musou Digital Optical Coax to Analog RCA Audio Converter Adapter with Fiber Cable
Last Updated: December 23, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.9
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Sound Quality
174surround sound, optical, static, rca, new tv
+71%
-29%
" ... I was looking for a way to have the TV audio go through my Kenwood receiver & big speakers in my living room. ... "
" ... I got this conveter to run a digital audio out line from my TV to an analog red/white audio in line on a stereo receiver. ... "
" ... Works good once I remembered to turn off 5.1 surround sound. ... "
" ... Recently picked up an older Bose Cinemate surround sound at auction, but my T.V. ... Bose surround sound. ... "
" ... It allowed me to use the Digital optical to get surround sound in my room. ... "
" ... Bought it almost a year ago, still going strong, no issues whatsoever, audio quality is superb. ... "
" ... 1) The sound quality through this unit is better than any device we've previously owned. ... This is hooked up to a stereo amplifier and two large floor-standing 3-way speakers with 15-inch woofers. ... The high quality of the sound was a very pleasant surprise! ... The dialogue clarity and frequency response sound better than the local movie theater! ... All in all, it is just amazing that this little unit solved a problem and also improved the sound quality above anything we've had before. ... "
" ... Once this audio type is switched, should work great with your home stereo system. ... "
Device Compatibility
109connect, stereo, receiver, rca, optical
+87%
-13%
" ... I used this to connect my TV with my headphones. ... Connection was simple and quick. ... "
" ... I used this product to connect a set of wireless headphones to my TV and now my headphones work perfectly. ... "
" ... Used it to connect my Samsung LED TV to my audio system. ... "
" ... I have a Sony RDP iPhone player and needed something that would hook it into my new LG TV. ... "
" ... And I need a solution that allows for both headphones and the TV speakers to work simultaneously. ... "
" ... Works with my new Samsung TV interfacing to my older Sony stereo system. ... "
" ... Used for setting up wireless headphones for TV. ... "
" ... Connects to our X-Box or our digital TV. ... "
Ease of Use
88easy to install, simple, set, works great, easy to set
+98%
-2%
" ... Easy to set up. ... "
" ... Very easy to install and works perfectly so far. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up and sounds great. ... "
" ... Simple to install. ... "
" ... Intuitive assembly but also explained in instructions. ... "
" ... Excellent, perfect install too easy and it sounded really good ... "
" ... Easy to setup and sound quality is solid. ... "
" ... Simple to set up and connect, and that's it. ... "
Ports
78rca, output, converter, optical cable, digital
+82%
-18%
" ... The adapter is really small and easy to hide so as to keep from cluttering up the area. ... "
" ... Got this model because it includes the fiber optic cable and power adapter (5V 1A). ... "
" ... Just wanted you to know in case you’re running short on outlets. ... "
" ... It allowed my to connect and older receiver to a tv without the old connectors. ... "
" ... I plug it in my TV optical oudio output then the output audio LR for my amplifier. ... "
" ... Update: When using with Amazon Prime with optical output through the Musou adapter to an analog receiver, I subsequently found that I *did* have to change the sound settings to PCM. ... "
" ... In using the optical audio output, I'm able to send audio from any of the TV's video sources (HDMI, VGA, Component, etc.) ... This adapter worked as advertised to make the connection possible. ... "
" ... It arrived in 2 days, hooked up easily to the optical audio output of the TV and works perfectly. ... "
Setup
75easy, instructions, simple, setup, installation
+93%
-7%
" ... Super easy to setup as well. ... "
" ... Very easy to install and works perfectly so far. ... "
" ... Connection was simple and quick. ... "
" ... The instructions were good, and set up was easy. ... "
" ... Super easy to install as it just required a set of A/V cables which I had. ... "
" ... Set up was easy. ... "
" ... Easy set up, works well. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... "
Product Reliability
71months, working, days, stopped working, died
+46%
-54%
" ... This is worthless junk. ... "
" ... I waited for 3 days and the digital to analog is defective ... "
" ... This item not working ... "
" ... Quit working within two uses ... "
" ... Totally useless doesn’t work at all ... "
" ... Does not work. ... "
" ... Intermittent and not reliable. ... "
" ... Junk, disconnected and moved it once and it’s busted. ... "
Cables
63optical cable, rca, converter, digital, optical
+54%
-46%
" ... Hook up the toslink cable from the TV to the converter, hook up the RCA jacks (headphones/speaker) and then the power cord to your converter. ... "
" ... Nice it came with the digital optical cable Work as intended ... "
" ... Comes with a short digital optical cable which is really helpful. ... "
" ... This allowed me to run the optical cable from the TV to the converter and then an RCA stereo cable to my two channel stereo. ... "
" ... Additionally I purchased GE 73324 Digital Audio Coaxial, C2G 40464 Value Series RCA Stereo Audio Cable and AmazonBasics 16-Gauge Speaker Wire - 100 Feet to complete the install. ... "
" ... I like that it comes with the optical cable. ... "
" ... I use this cord with my LG speaker and it sounds perfect. ... "
" ... so I ordered a Monster Cable 650DCX 1 meter Digital Coaxial Cable and tried the other digital output . ... Switched back to optical out with the fiber-optical cable provided and WOW! ... "
Price
39product, money, good, waste of money, works great
+69%
-31%
" ... good product for the money. ... "
" ... Great product at a great price! ... "
" ... It did the job perfectly and the price was perfert ... "
" ... I was desperate enough to take the risk at this price point, I'm glad I did, as is my wife. ... "
" ... You cannot beat it for the price. ... "
" ... Very little money but it was well spent. ... "
" ... Good price and works great!. ... "
" ... Cheaper than the 40 bucks I would've paid at Fry's and it works just as well. ... "
Marketplace
38advertised, described, amazon, seller, worked as advertised
+79%
-21%
" ... Works perfectly as advertised! ... "
" ... Shipped as Promised . ... "
" ... So I started researching Amazon and came up with this unit I was away when I was delivered but during that time I received a letter from the company that makes some and said that they would appreciate a comment so they also said that if I get the static or Buzz take away anything that I've adjusted in the TV on Expert sound or Dolby sound and it could resolve the problem. ... "
" ... Works as advertised! ... "
" ... The Big Box Electronic store needed over 5X what I paid from Amazon. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
Product As Described
22advertised, described, worked as advertised, work, exactly
+91%
-9%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as advertised. ... "
" ... Well built and it work as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works perfectly as advertised! ... "
" ... Works as stated ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Volume
20loud, tv, level, audio, output
+55%
-45%
" ... You'll meet frustration trying to adjust the audio volume! ... "
" ... Does take some of your volume away other than that works very good ... "
" ... It's good to already a have separate volume control for the speakers before getting this product. ... "
" ... I have zero regrets, I hooked it up to my surround sound flip it the settings to auxiliary hit the volume . ... "
" ... The sound is superb, and I can listen at whatever volume level I want without disturbing others in the same room. ... "
" ... When the tv volume is muted the sound quality is great though. ... "
" ... But when the setting was changed to PCM, the sound came through loud and clear. ... "
" ... I was looking for a way to have the TV audio go through my Kenwood receiver & big speakers in my living room. ... "
Resolution
194k, rca, uhd, optical, output
+68%
-32%
" ... Purchased a new 4k TV and wanted to hookup and old stereo system for surround sound. ... "
" ... Not much to say here, I bought to use my older Bose speakers that only have RCA plugs with my 4K TV only has optical output. ... "
" ... I wanted to get better sound from my new LG UHD TV, but the ancient sound system that I have only had analog inputs. ... "
" ... My father in law is happy to have his new 4K tv wired in with his audio receiver from the 70s. ... I never imagined I’d see a 4K tv and phonograph plugged into the same unit! ... "
" ... Turned on the 4K recording of "Chicago" live and am now in musical heaven. ... "
" ... Now I can connect it to my 4K TV. ... "
" ... I did this with the LG OLED TV. ... "
" ... When I recently purchased a 4K UHD TV to replace a 10+ year old flat panel TV, I didn't consider the fact that there were no RCA plug outputs on the new TV -- only digital audio. ... "
Returns
19returning, returned, window, refund, item
-100%
" ... Cheap and not worth the effort to return. ... "
" ... I will return the item. ... "
" ... Item did not work - returned ... "
" ... Am in the process of returning the product. ... "
" ... Will be returning. ... "
" ... I'm returning it. ... "
" ... The only good thing is that it failed early, so I was within return window. ... "
" ... I return this product ... "
Overall performance
17done, works, gets the job, fast, use
+100%
" ... Fast and work good as it shown. ... "
" ... I have bought two of these and I'm pleased with their performance. ... "
" ... Gets the job done. ... "
" ... does the job ... "
" ... As far as doing the job it was designed for it works perfectly. ... "
" ... Great little product that did the job! ... "
" ... It all worked and I got it fast. ... "
" ... Gets the job done. ... "
Headphones
17audio, wireless headphones, optical, headphone jack, analog
+76%
-24%
" ... I use the converter to convert my TV digital to analog for my wireless headphones. ... "
" ... I used it from the tv for my husbands ear phones . ... "
" ... Perfect for connecting Sennheiser wireless headphones with RCA connections to an Optical audio output. ... "
" ... This device plugs into the optical output on the TV and my headphones plug into the audio jacks. ... "
" ... I was absolutely amazed by the audio quality of the wireless TV headphone system when used in conjunction with the Mosou adapter and can't imagine how it could be made any better! ... "
" ... Had initial issue getting them to recognize on the TV and headphone receiver . ... Gets rid of issue with using headphone jack and plugging/unplugging to get the speakers to work when you don't want headphones. ... "
" ... Attached Sony wireless headphones an sound is perfect. ... "
" ... Good solution for optical sound output to convert to RCA jacks for sound transmission to wireless sennheiser headsets. ... "
Build Quality
14metal, tips, removed, protective, loose
+71%
-29%
" ... Feels like higher quality. ... "
" ... Dropped it several times and the quality is still great. ... "
" ... The unit feels solid and is enclosed in a metal case. ... "
" ... The converter is a nice, solid, metal design. ... "
" ... The protective caps were an issue until we realized they were there. ... "
" ... Seems to be quality construction. ... "
" ... While I appreciate the audio quality, I am also very happy with the construction of the device: it's made of metal. ... "
" ... But my son saw the plastic tips and removed them, and all was fine ... "
Software Platform
13tv settings, smart tv, read, samsung, netflix
+85%
-15%
" ... And here i read multiple accounts about people having the same issue with a simple fix. ... "
" ... Worked as it should after adjusting tv settings. ... "
" ... Used it to connect my android TV box to my stereo without any problems. ... "
" ... First things first - It works with both Netflix and Amazon Prime. ... "
" ... Worked great for wireless earphone app ... "
" ... I used this to connect a pair of Sony Wireless Headphones to a Samsung UHD 4K TV set. ... Netflix and Amazon are also working great too. ... "
" ... Depending on your setup you may need to make that change in your TV settings. ... "
" ... will probably have to tinker with setting on TV ... "
Delivery
13received, box, quickly, promised, delivered
+69%
-31%
" ... Still, delivered, solid and works just fine. ... "
" ... Received through mail in 2-days as promised. ... "
" ... Worked perfectly, received quickly! ... "
" ... Shipping was awesome. ... "
" ... So I started researching Amazon and came up with this unit I was away when I was delivered but during that time I received a letter from the company that makes some and said that they would appreciate a comment so they also said that if I get the static or Buzz take away anything that I've adjusted in the TV on Expert sound or Dolby sound and it could resolve the problem. ... "
" ... Does just what I needed and arrived fast. ... "
" ... Have not yet tried it, but arrived quickly and looks good. ... "
" ... arrived on time, and works. ... "
Controls
7volume control, settings, audio, volume, control
+71%
-29%
" ... I had'ta adjust settings on flat screen TV to actually make everything sync to get the audio thru my stereo system and after that . ... "
" ... It's good to already a have separate volume control for the speakers before getting this product. ... "
" ... I had to hit a few buttons on the TV sound output, but finally found the right button. ... "
" ... If you find this review helpful, please click 'helpful' button at the end of this product review. ... "
" ... By the way, finding the extra Sound settings on my new TV where this change needed to be made was not intuitive, but that's got nothing to do with this converter. ... "
Power Consumption
7supply, unit, died, days
+14%
-86%
" ... Either the converter itself or the power supply is defective. ... "
" ... Power supply died after approximately 155 days. ... "
" ... Did not power on at all. ... "
" ... Chinese power supply is garbage unit is fine ... "
" ... Item did not come with power supply ... "
" ... Power connection is intermittent. ... "
Call quality
7tv, could, volume, optical, easy to install
+71%
-29%
" ... within an hour of receiving it, I can hear the sound blaring from his room, so I'm assuming it is easy to install. ... "
" ... Talk about a difference. ... "
" ... I wanted to try using the Digital Optical from my TV to see if I could hear better. ... "
" ... Mom can hear the TV again without it being set near 100. ... "
" ... Now she can hear her TV through the ear phones. ... "
Size
7small, hide, easy, works great, works
+100%
" ... The adapter is really small and easy to hide so as to keep from cluttering up the area. ... "
" ... Love it and small enough to conceal ... "
" ... Small, compact & works as advertised ... "
" ... What would I do without this little box off Magic simple compact but extremely effective ... "
" ... Device is compact and the connectors are of decent quality. ... "
Cable Length
6power, optical cable, longer, cable, cord
+17%
-83%
" ... Didn’t come with 5v power cord ... "
" ... The wire for the power is extremely short. ... "
" ... Thin wall wart wire too short. ... "
Charging
6charger, tv, transmitter, station, rechargeable
+67%
-33%
" ... Easily I plugged the charger for the headset (and waited 7 hours), I connected the headset to the AV Receiver, connected the optic cable to our TV. ... "
" ... I got her the Senneheiser headphones because she can just place them on the transmitter stand for charging and not have to fuss with changing the rechargeable batteries. ... "
" ... Quick note: this adapter DOES require power and comes with a charger. ... "
" ... Wireless Headphones for TV with RF Transmitter for Watching and Listening - Digital Over Ear Cordless TV Headphones Rechargeable 20 Hour Battery and Charging Dock also for Hard of Hearing (Black)) so that you simply MUTE the speakers (don't have to turn them off in Menu). ... "
Noise Cancellation
5static, hear
-100%
" ... I only hear noise (not static). ... "
" ... Used a couple of times then lots of terrible noise. ... "
" ... After I hooked it up, all I could hear was a clicking noise. ... "
Codecs
5audio, output, format, dolby digital, settings
+80%
-20%
" ... Change the audio format from Dolby to PCM (or another non-Dolby option) and your TV audio will sound perfect. ... "
" ... This was purchased because we have an older video projector that does not provide an audio output, and our new Blu-Ray player does not provide analog audio output. ... "
" ... Go to settings, then sound, then sound output and choose audio out optical--then go to expert settings---HDMI Audio Format=Bitstream, then go to Audio Format=PCM. ... "
" ... EXPERT SETTINGS, DIGITAL OUTPUT AUDIO FORMAT, SWITCH DOLBY DIGITAL MODE TO PCM MODE. ... "
CD/DVD
5dvd, cd, ray, blue, audio
+80%
-20%
" ... The DVD player is a Sony BDP S3700, and uses the digital coax input on the converter. ... "
" ... Great value but is quiter than other sources such as CD players, turntable, dvd player, etc. ... "
" ... Works great to hook up optical out to CD in on my old receiver. ... "
" ... There is a small box, to conceal, but I stash it behind the dvds. ... "
Fit
5optical, optic, metal, loose, fiber
+40%
-60%
" ... The optical cords do not stay in very well, they fall out with the slightest bump. ... "
" ... The connection is loose and falls out if the box is bumped in any way. ... "
" ... Fiber optic cord does not fit. ... "
Capacity
4house
+100%
" ... Family room has all the modern set up but now I have a solid back up. ... "
" ... Have to get a friend who does that for a living. ... "
" ... Because our house is wired for the stereo speakers throughout, including outdoors on our patio, I really needed a way to work with this. ... "
" ... Fixed the delay in multi room airplay system. ... "
Network
4would, audio
+25%
-75%
" ... no audio signal goes to receiver. ... "
User Manual
3+33%
-67%
" ... The bad thing of this, is that the manufacturer did NOT write it in the instruction manual inside the product package. ... "
" ... The little piece of paper that came with the Musou purporting to be a User Manual is pretty worthless. ... "
Gaming
3+100%
" ... Now the games sound tremendous. ... "
" ... It is better than ZXR when limited to PS4. ... "
" ... My child loves it because it works perfect with his PS game chair ... "
FM
3older, interference, fm, amateur, stereo
+67%
-33%
" ... I have an older amplifier, stereo, CD, AM/FM stereo set up that is old technology, meaning it's still going, and going . ... "
" ... Transferred digital audio fm new TV to an older, Regent home theatre amp. ... "
USB
3price, pc, channel
+100%
" ... For those of you who wanted it to be USB plug in, do this. ... "
" ... I use a USB Mixer on my YouTube channel (Lo Knows Sort Of) connected to my PC and all my audio routes to my PC in 1 stereo channel. ... "
" ... Go and buy one that has USB input as well for the same price ... "
Design
3design, converter
+67%
-33%
" ... Feels like higher quality. ... "
" ... The converter is a nice, solid, metal design. ... "
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