{"product_id":"hosa-s-pdif-coaxial-rca-cable-3-3-ft","title":"Hosa S\/PDIF Coaxial RCA Cable, 3.3 ft","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Hosa DRA-501 is a 3.3-foot, 75-ohm S\/PDIF coaxial cable with gold-plated RCA connectors designed for accurate digital audio connections between consumer and professional components.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompact and flexible, the Hosa DRA-501 brings a purpose-built 75-ohm coax conductor to digital audio and short video signal paths. Its decorative-series jacket allows easier routing in home theater and studio setups while the gold-plated RCA plugs and metal head shells provide corrosion resistance and reliable mating with RCA-style S\/PDIF ports. This cable is intended for use where a controlled impedance and stable connection are important for stereo PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS or other consumer digital audio signals carried over coax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this cable maintain accurate digital audio transfer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DRA-501 uses a precisely manufactured 75-ohm coax core that matches the impedance requirement for S\/PDIF coax links, minimizing reflections and preserving bit-accurate transfers across its 3.3-foot length. Gold-plated RCA terminations improve contact reliability and reduce oxidation over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e75-ohm coax conductor for impedance matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGold-plated RCA plugs for low-resistance contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMetal head shells and strain reliefs to prevent connector stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShort length reduces signal attenuation and jitter risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this work with my home theater or studio gear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Hosa DRA-501 is built to the RCA S\/PDIF standard and connects to common digital coax inputs and outputs on receivers, DVD\/Blu-ray players, DACs, audio interfaces and some TVs. It’s suitable for any device that accepts an RCA-format digital coax cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with consumer S\/PDIF RCA ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for connecting players, receivers, DACs, and interfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks for PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS transport over coax\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShort run length fits compact AV racks and desktop setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes the DRA-501 durable and easy to use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decorative-series jacket gives the cable flexibility and a neat appearance, while the robust strain reliefs and metal shells protect the terminations from bending and wear. These design choices help the cable hold reliable connections through repeated install\/uninstall cycles and everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible outer jacket for routing through furniture and racks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrain reliefs reduce stress at connector junctions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMetal head shells add mechanical protection and grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGold plating resists corrosion for long-term reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the cable and when should I pick this length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DRA-501 measures 3.3 feet (approximately 1 meter), a practical length for short links between nearby components or tidy desktop and rack-mounted setups. Choose this length when you want minimal excess cable that reduces clutter and potential signal issues from long runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3.3 ft \/ ~1 m is ideal for adjacent components\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShort runs help minimize attenuation and clock jitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNeat installation without large cable loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well in compact AV cabinets and studio desks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Hosa DRA-501 is aimed at audiophiles, home theater builders and studio users who need a short, reliable S\/PDIF coax link with correct 75-ohm impedance. It suits anyone connecting nearby digital audio devices where signal integrity and a tidy installation matter, from casual listeners improving a small system to professionals organizing a compact signal chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this cable compatible with S\/PDIF RCA ports?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The DRA-501 is a 75-ohm coaxial cable with RCA connectors designed for standard S\/PDIF digital audio ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use this for video signals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It can carry short-run composite video because of its 75-ohm construction, but it’s optimized for digital audio S\/PDIF applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Hosa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48412912091293,"sku":"B000068OEU","price":17.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/hosa-dra-501-front-connector.jpg?v=1781252837","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/hosa-s-pdif-coaxial-rca-cable-3-3-ft","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}