Carbon AES/EBU XLR Balanced Cable Carbon AES/EBU features high-purity Solid 5% Silver conductors and a 5-layer Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation for the most efficient dissipation of radio-frequency noise. Key Features & Technology Explained Solid Conductors Solid conductors prevent strand interaction, a major source of dynamic distortion in cables. 5% Silver-Plating 5% Silver-Plating is applied to AudioQuest’s Long-Grain Copper (LGC) conductors to improve noise dissipation. Direction Controlled All conductors controlled for RF-noise directionality. Hard-Cell Foam Insulation Hard-cell foam's high air content minimizes energy absorption for clearer sound. Specifications Metal Solid 5% Silver Noise Dissipation Carbon-Based Multi-Layer Insulation Hard-Cell Foam Terminations Cold-Welded, Hanging-Silver Directly Over Pure Purple Copper Gauge 24 AWG Shield Foil + Tinned Braid