KLJTech
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I'm sorry to hear that you had trouble with two of the Nighthawk cables! We don't know that this cable has been a big issue for AQ as far as having a higher failure rate than any other cable. I have no doubt that it feels like it from a customer's perspective that has had issues with two separate cables themselves.
I would imagine (could be wrong) that the ends are cold-welded on versus soldered, but AudioQuest and other cable companies crimp/cold-weld ends on some of their cables all the time. This was their first headphone cable and it's possible that there have been some issues that they've had to learn from if they're coming out with a new version for their closed back headphone and as a replacement for future NightHawks. Any time I've spoken to anyone at AudioQuest they've been extremely helpful and courteous so I hope that they're able to help you ASAP. I assume that your setup doesn't put any more stress on the connector/cable than what would be considered normal.
Good luck! Please let us know how things work out for you.
I would imagine (could be wrong) that the ends are cold-welded on versus soldered, but AudioQuest and other cable companies crimp/cold-weld ends on some of their cables all the time. This was their first headphone cable and it's possible that there have been some issues that they've had to learn from if they're coming out with a new version for their closed back headphone and as a replacement for future NightHawks. Any time I've spoken to anyone at AudioQuest they've been extremely helpful and courteous so I hope that they're able to help you ASAP. I assume that your setup doesn't put any more stress on the connector/cable than what would be considered normal.
Good luck! Please let us know how things work out for you.