[gkanai]

What are some other options for short 30-pin to USB cables that aren't expensive? I'd like a backup or two but don't want to spend $100 on a custom cable for digital transport.

 

[ExpatinJapan]

Theres a few on amazon.jp , I havent tried them though
 
http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B004TG9GD8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_8?ie=UTF8&m=AC3HI3RVUDX36
 
this is quite affordable for something a bit more custom(reviews are mixed)
 
http://www.amazon.co.jp/Dock-USB%E3%82%B1%E3%83%BC%E3%83%96%E3%83%AB-iPod-iPhone-%E3%82%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B0%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%B3-%EF%BC%88HP-P1%EF%BC%89/dp/B005CLNA9U/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_2
 
 
(I`m still waiting for my custom piccolino usb lod.....).

 

[gkanai]

EDIT: I just tried these and they're crap. The plastic housing around the USB end of the connector split and came off. I do not recommend these "Effect Audio Studio" connectors.

Thanks for those links! I found two more that are below $100 USD.

http://amzn.to/L1e2JU

http://amzn.to/MqTJJH

I re-set my iDevices and now the regular Apple Dock connector-to-USB cable works with the HP_P1. Sorry for any confusion there.

 

[triodesteve]

"What are some other options for short 30-pin to USB cables that aren't expensive? I'd like a backup or two but don't want to spend $100 on a custom cable for digital transport."
 
Audioquest is making some nice ipod to usb cables from reasonable to pricey. I asked, and they said no on custom (shorter) lengths. I haven't seen them in person so don't know if one could take them apart and shorten them. 
 
If you've followed and discussions or reviews on usb cables, it seems like the best thing you can do is to  isolate the power wire from the data wires. I doubt there are enough HP-P1's in use to warrant someone making a high end version of the docking cable...it's an interesting thought though!
 
Steve
 
PS Fururtech is also making a cable like audioquest...maybe a Japanese speaker could ask them if they'll do short custom lengths.
 

 

[DannyBai]

Quote:

"What are some other options for short 30-pin to USB cables that aren't expensive? I'd like a backup or two but don't want to spend $100 on a custom cable for digital transport."
 
Audioquest is making some nice ipod to usb cables from reasonable to pricey. I asked, and they said no on custom (shorter) lengths. I haven't seen them in person so don't know if one could take them apart and shorten them. 
 
If you've followed and discussions or reviews on usb cables, it seems like the best thing you can do is to  isolate the power wire from the data wires. I doubt there are enough HP-P1's in use to warrant someone making a high end version of the docking cable...it's an interesting thought though!
 
Steve
 
PS Fururtech is also making a cable like audioquest...maybe a Japanese speaker could ask them if they'll do short custom lengths.
 

Check the for sale threads.  dannytang has been selling some for months it seems.  I purchased one from Moon Audio but it might be expensive with shipping.  

 

[gkanai]

For those in Japan, I tried the 'moon and tide' cable at Amazon Japan and can recommend it.
 
http://amzn.to/LuWIj0

It's well built, just the right size, and uses what seem to be quality components. I will admit I can't hear any difference between it and the OEM Fostex cable but I do admit it's more about form than function (although it needs to work and not break!)

 

[ExpatinJapan]

 
This my little beauty which is on the way as we speak, a low rider style piccolino usb lod for the Fostex, made by trusted head-fi cable maker - member Qusp.

 

[AnakChan]

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This my little beauty which is on the way as we speak, a low rider style piccolino usb lod for the Fostex, made by trusted head-fi cable maker - member Qusp.

That's really beautiful.

 

[a_tumiwa]

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This my little beauty which is on the way as we speak, a low rider style piccolino usb lod for the Fostex, made by trusted head-fi cable maker - member Qusp.

wow! 
i think Piccolino cable only sold by Jaben Singapore?? and only available in silver/white colour?

 

[Lillee]

I have one too and it is fantastic

 

[a_tumiwa]

yes, it is one of the best cable i have ever tried

 

[ExpatinJapan]

Lillee and a_tumiwa, which cable do you have?

 

[jpierson]

The 30 pin end of the Audioquest is not the greatest. The metal pins that should "click" into the idevice do not "click" in. The cable will eventually fall off.

 

[Lillee]

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Lillee and a_tumiwa, which cable do you have?

 
 
Same one as yours
 
Quote:

 
This my little beauty which is on the way as we speak, a low rider style piccolino usb lod for the Fostex, made by trusted head-fi cable maker - member Qusp.

 

[40760]

Does a higher quality USB > Dock cable actually make any audible improvements? I'm thinking of getting a long custom cable for use with iPad as well but I'm not sure if the stock apple cable is already good enough.