SVS SoundPath Ultra HDMI Cable
The SVS SoundPath Ultra HDMI Cable is a premium, 8K Ultra High Speed certified HDMI 2.1/2.1a cable built to deliver rock-solid performance for today’s and tomorrow’s home theater and gaming gear. With 48Gbps bandwidth, it supports demanding video formats like 8K/60Hz, 4K/120Hz, and even up to 10K/60Hz (compressed mode) while maintaining clean, stable signal transfer for vivid picture quality and detailed, immersive sound. It’s fully ARC/eARC compatible, making it an ideal match for modern TVs, AV receivers, and soundbars—especially when running advanced audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Beyond the specs, it’s engineered to handle real-world installs: advanced shielding helps resist interference, and the cable features premium build materials—including a durable braided jacket and precision-machined connector housing—for secure connections and long-term reliability across TVs, consoles, Blu-ray players, streamers, and legacy HDMI devices. The SVS SoundPath Ultra HDMI Cable is part of ListenUp's SVS Cables Collection.
What It's Good At:
- Delivering stable 48Gbps performance for 8K/60 and 4K/120 home theater and gaming setups
- Maximizing soundbar/receiver performance with ARC/eARC support and modern surround formats
- Enhancing HDR-heavy content with support for Dynamic HDR and major HDR formats (including Dolby Vision)
- Reducing dropouts and signal issues with robust shielding and high-quality internal conductor construction
- Creating a cleaner, more secure connection with 24K gold-plated contacts and a precision connector design
- Future-proofing installs with broad compatibility across HDMI 2.1/2.1a and legacy HDMI standards
SVS SoundPath Ultra HDMI Cable Full Specifications:
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Bandwidth Capacity: 48 Gbps
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Resolution & Refresh Rate: 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz
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HDMI Compliance: HDMI 2.1 and 2.1a compliant
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Audio Return Channel: HDMI ARC & eARC compatible
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Certification: 8K Ultra High Speed Certified
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Backwards Compatibility: Backwards compatible with all legacy HDMI standards / all previous HDMI versions
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Available Lengths: 1-, 2-, and 3-meter lengths
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Supports HDMI versions: 2.1 and 2.1a
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HDMI ARC/eARC: Enhanced Audio Return Channel compatible
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Surround formats supported: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro 3D
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HDR pass-through supported: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, and prospective HDR formats
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Gaming features supported: ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)
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Supports AMD FreeSync: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One X, and PlayStation 4 Pro consoles
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High-definition audio supported: SA-CD, DVD-Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, and other high-definition audio standards
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Aspect ratio support: 21:9 cinema aspect ratio
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Audio channel support: Up to 32 audio channels
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Audio sampling rate support: Up to 1536kHz
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Deep Color support: Up to 16-bits per channel, including Sony x.v.Color
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Multi-stream support: Simultaneous delivery of dual video streams to multiple users on the same screen
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Video support: Compatible with 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz resolution/refresh combinations
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Maximum resolution support: Up to 10K/60Hz (compressed mode)
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Additional video features: Supports 3D and Multiview Video
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Cable conductors: 28AWG or 30AWG high purity OFC copper conductors
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Conductor insulation: Individual conductor HDPE jackets insulate and protect each conductor
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Pair drain conductor: Each pair of conductors has a dedicated drain conductor of high purity OFC copper
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Pair shielding layers: Two layers of dedicated aluminum alloy braided mylar insulation wrapped in an HDPE jacket
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Overall drain conductor: Overall cable high purity OFC copper drain conductor
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Overall shielding: Overall cable aluminum alloy braided mylar insulation wrapped in a durable and flexible HDPE jacket
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Outer jacket: SVS premium cotton braided jacket for an attractive, durable finish
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Connector solder: Precision soldered with high-grade lead-free solder for durable, consistent electrical contacts and signal flow
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Connector contacts: 24K gold plated contacts for effective electrical contact and signal flow
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Connector shell: Precision machined and anodized aircraft grade aluminum shell
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HDMI.org 2.1 support includes: 48Gbps, 8K at 60Hz, 4K at 120Hz, resolutions up to 10K, Dynamic HDR (including HDR10+ and Dolby Vision), ARC and eARC, support for latest audio codecs including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, ultra-low EMI (electro-magnetic interference), BT.2020 color spacing up to 16 bits, and QMS (Quick Media Switching)
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Lengths available: 1, 2 and 3 meter
SVS SoundPath Ultra HDMI Cable Q&A:
- What makes this an “Ultra High Speed” HDMI cable?
- It’s certified for 48Gbps bandwidth and engineered to meet HDMI 2.1/2.1a requirements, enabling formats like 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz with stable signal transfer.
- Does it support eARC for high-quality soundbar/receiver audio?
- Yes. The cable is fully ARC and eARC compatible, supporting modern audio formats carried over eARC.
- Will it work with older HDMI devices?
- Yes. It’s backwards compatible with all previous HDMI versions, so you can use it with legacy components while staying ready for HDMI 2.1/2.1a gear.
- Is it good for next-gen gaming (4K/120)?
- Yes. It supports 4K/120Hz and gaming-oriented features like VRR and ALLM (device support required).
- Does it support Dolby Vision and HDR10+?
- Yes. It supports Dynamic HDR, including Dolby Vision and HDR10+, plus formats such as HDR10 and HLG.
- What surround sound formats can pass through the cable?
- It supports formats including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro 3D, along with standards like Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
- What lengths are available?
- The cable is available in 1-meter, 2-meter, and 3-meter lengths.
- What’s special about the build quality?
- It uses high-purity OFC copper, layered shielding, a cotton braided jacket, and premium connectors with 24K gold-plated contacts and an aircraft-grade aluminum shell.
