Name: Metra ethereal MHX-T4
Brand: Metra
SKU: 120MHXT4
Price: 14.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (80 reviews)

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by Crutchfield's Steve Kindig

This basic, no-nonsense optical cable will provide a distortion-free connection between your digital audio source components — CD players, Blu-ray or DVD players, TVs — and A/V receivers, DACs, and even some sound bars. The cable has full-size Toslink connectors at each end.

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full-size Toslink connectors with gold-plated terminations to resist corrosion
warranty: limited lifetime
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MFR # MHX-T4

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13.1' Optical digital cable (with Toslink connectors on each end)

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I was looking for a way to hook up my old surround sound to my new cable box. I tried av plugs and other wiers. I called Cruthcfield and spoke with a wonderful and knowledgeble employee. She reccomended the wire.. works great, o prolems so far

LUIS from Newburgh, NY

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Is this rated for in wall use?

For the price I doubt it. However, I ran mine through the wall. Just run it separate from the power cord. I just purchase a 65" QLED TV hook it up to my receiver and it worked and sounds awesome.

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Optical Digital Audio Cable: The Metra Ethereal optical digital audio cable uses the finest quality optical fiber and gold-plated terminations for maximum resolution and resistance to common noise sources. This cable is available in a 1.6', 3.2', 6.5', 9.8', 13.1', 19.6', 26.2' and 32.8' length.

Note: Remove the plastic protectors on the optical cable and on your equipment. Insert the connectors; they are "keyed" and will only fit one way.

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Crutchfield asked: Why did you buy this?

I needed it. [ Lonnie Dec 10, 2019 ]

I needed one and the reviews were good. [ Joseph Oct 22, 2019 ]

Quality and price [ Scott Sep 08, 2019 ]

Needed it ! [ Alex A. May 28, 2019 ]

Connect cd player to stereo receiver [ Jeffrey May 03, 2019 ]

I was told by my son that this is better than hdmi [ Timothy Mar 15, 2019 ]

Needed this cable for purchased soundbar and Crutchfield has great prices along with fast service [ David Mar 11, 2019 ]

recommended by advisor to help with my sound bar issues. [ Jeannie Mar 02, 2019 ]

Decision totally based on Crutchfield recommendation. [ Glenn Feb 05, 2019 ]

Price [ Steven Jan 21, 2019 ]

price [ Thomas Jan 17, 2019 ]

Good price [ Mark Dec 16, 2018 ]

This was recommended by Crutchfield with a splitter. [ Margaret Dec 08, 2018 ]

Recommended by Jason. [ John Nov 30, 2018 ]

Only need 3 feet and I'm too cheap to pay for Audioquest cables. [ Jeffrey Nov 18, 2018 ]

my stereo does not have up to date connections, but it has one optical, so does my sound bar [ Gary Stephen Nov 18, 2018 ]

The length fit my application [ ROY Oct 19, 2018 ]

Recommended by Carter [ Bernhard Oct 16, 2018 ]

Needed a short "pigtail". Didn't want ANOTHER twistie-tied coil collecting dust behind my equipment. Also same brand as the splitter I just got. [ Dennis Oct 11, 2018 ]

Just what I needed at the right price. Paying more for "low jitter design" is nonsense - digital is digital and fiber optic cable is fiber optic cable. Like paying for premium wire - copper is copper! [ Peter Sep 10, 2018 ]

Technical assistant helped with this. Needed to get my sound system to work with Apple TV and streaming Ne Flix [ Scott Aug 27, 2018 ]

to connect audio components to the Cambridge DacMagic Plus i just purchased [ Michael Aug 17, 2018 ]

Connect [ Jeffrey Jul 27, 2018 ]

Reviews were good and cost. [ Tomoko Jul 24, 2018 ]

I chose this item to split my digital optical signal to two different speaker systems, to function simultaneously. [ James Jun 29, 2018 ]

New 4k TV, older 5.1 receiver, and a Bluetooth TV adapter. TV digital output with 1 meter Toslink cable to Crutchfield powered digital splitter. 1 meter Toslink to Bluetooth TV adapter and other output with existing cable to receiver. [ F R Jun 26, 2018 ]

I need a new one [ thomas Jun 23, 2018 ]

Your sales representative, Barry recommended it to me. [ Edward May 28, 2018 ]

Customer service at Crutchfield is hands down the best and I always get the best guidance as to the choices I need to make based on the audio problem I am trying to solve. [ Harry Mar 13, 2018 ]

Needed this cable for splitter I bought. [ Abraham Mar 12, 2018 ]

So I could convert digital audio from my LG TV to my analog pre-amp/amplifier [ ROBERT M Mar 12, 2018 ]

needed an extra cord [ Donald Feb 17, 2018 ]

connecting digital tv to 2 channel analog receiver for sound [ M Feb 14, 2018 ]

To connect Playbar to tv [ Michael Jan 21, 2018 ]

Thicker, heavier-duty than the manufacturer's supplied cable. [ Chris Jan 16, 2018 ]

Upgrading TV and using existing AV components and sound system. It has optical capability along with new TV [ joe Jan 16, 2018 ]

needed a cable with more durability than cheaper cables [ Heidi Jan 08, 2018 ]

I need it to connect a cd transport to my DAC equipped amp. [ Christopher Dec 19, 2017 ]

I needed it. [ Raymond Dec 09, 2017 ]

I needed this to connect my Samsung television to my Sony headset. [ Dale Dec 07, 2017 ]

fits the receiver/amplifier [ HENDRIK Nov 24, 2017 ]

Just needed the cable and the price seemed right. [ Richard Oct 18, 2017 ]

For optical connection from Roku to DAC. [ Donald Sep 24, 2017 ]

It was inexpensive and the only 1 meter cable you offered [ LINDSEY CLYDE Sep 12, 2017 ]

(Denon Receiver 9.2Ch $799) In Korea, I made an order twice with the payment of the card, but because I was canceled from you, I plan to buy it twice. [ Yoon Sep 07, 2017 ]

build quality and price combination [ John Sep 06, 2017 ]

Recommended for my equipment [ William Aug 22, 2017 ]

Connect CD player to receiver [ Ross Apr 03, 2017 ]

Need for hookup [ DENNIS Apr 02, 2017 ]

Link to TV [ Ernie Mar 31, 2017 ]

I chose this item as it was at the right price and it may be long enough for my needs. I need a long cable as my TV is above my fireplace while all my equipment is in a corner across the room. Hoping it works out for me. [ Terry Nov 13, 2018 ]

Long run under the floor of my living room to connect my Blu-ray / HD tv to my HT surround amp. [ TIMOTHY Jan 31, 2018 ]

The length is what I needed [ Tim Nov 09, 2017 ]

Price [ Robert Sep 21, 2017 ]

A sound system is only as good as its weakest link :) [ Gregg Jul 25, 2017 ]

Transitioning Home entertainment system to Smart TV. [ Andrew Dec 29, 2019 ]

For my digital tv and my new amp I got from you. [ William Dec 15, 2019 ]

I went to the website, picked what I thought would work for me. Not really sure if this was correct item so contacted customer support. Grant checked what I needed to use this for and advised me within a matter of minutes. Great tech support/customer service. Will be sure to use this site for all my needs. [ Sue Nov 08, 2019 ]

It was recommended with the blue tooth transmitter that I was purchasing. [ Linda Oct 01, 2019 ]

Recommended by Crutchfield advisor for optimal equipment installation. [ Miguel Mar 26, 2019 ]

I know that Crutchfield carries good quality products. [ MICHAEL Feb 18, 2019 ]

cheap optical cable [ Peter Feb 14, 2019 ]

It wasn't because of the pretty purple accents, honest. (Or maybe it was, I don't know.) [ Jack Feb 10, 2019 ]

Good Price [ Edgardo Jan 30, 2019 ]

Chosen by sales rep to connect and be compatible with my existing equipment. [ William Dec 23, 2018 ]

needed a longer cable [ lou Dec 18, 2018 ]

Good price [ Mark Dec 16, 2018 ]

Price and reviews [ Lucas Dec 04, 2018 ]

pricing was too good to pass up on this item. [ John Nov 18, 2018 ]

I have never used optical digital cables. This is my first. Hope they work with my LG tv and Sony receiver. [ MICHAEL Nov 17, 2018 ]

The reviews were awesome and i needed one for my denon X4400H [ Kenneth Oct 25, 2018 ]

Hooking up a sound bar to my TV. [ E Oct 22, 2018 ]

This was the correct length for a perfect professional fit [ ROY Oct 19, 2018 ]

Recommended by your advisor CARTER [ Bernhard Oct 08, 2018 ]

He recommended the brand along with the Soundcast VGtx. I explained my hearing issues and he suggested the VGtx and the make of cable. Due to the cabinet the tv and other components are in 1 meter is not long enough. He was very helpful in understanding my problem and finding the best solution. Also is a great member of your team. [ Slosberg Oct 03, 2018 ]

Because the review of other shopper. [ LUONG Mar 29, 2020 ]

No other audio outputs on my new TV so need to use this for input to my home theater system. [ Gary Dec 25, 2019 ]

The price was good and I figured that optic cable are like HDMI cables. They either work 100% or not at all. [ BRIAN Jul 01, 2019 ]

Primarily to connect my newly purchased Samsung QN55Q8FN with my Samsung UBD-M8500 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray Player. [ Thomas Jan 29, 2019 ]

affordable price, and expecting good quality product [ Mohamad Jan 09, 2019 ]

Need the optical cables long enough to connect the 4 k tv sound back to the amp. [ Johnathan Dec 17, 2018 ]

The price [ Martin E. Jan 31, 2020 ]

I needed one and reviews were good about this product [ Joseph Oct 22, 2019 ]

To replace for Astro A50 Generation 3 to Xbox One Project Scorpio [ N Jul 05, 2019 ]

So I could have a digital signal vs. RCA cables, which can pick up electrical noises. [ The Engineer May 02, 2019 ]

Price is Right [ robert Mar 10, 2019 ]

cheap [ Sean Feb 09, 2019 ]

To connect my TV audio out to the receiver. [ RICHARD Nov 24, 2018 ]

This is the best option for me to connect my Sony flat screen tv to a new Sony home theater receiver. It is long enough that I can place the receiver away from the tv and still connect. [ Amanda4461 Oct 18, 2018 ]

need it [ Ansil A. Jan 21, 2020 ]

To connect my Onkyo CD player with my Pioneer AV Receiver with a high quality optical cord. [ Thomas Jan 29, 2019 ]

Good price [ Mark Dec 16, 2018 ]

need a 2nd optical cable for cd. [ jay Jun 07, 2018 ]

Need both quality and shortness of optical cable [ Daniel Jun 05, 2018 ]

Right length for the job! [ Richard Feb 15, 2018 ]

Bought this to make a good optical audio connection from my new Yamaha 5 disk CD C-600 player (purchased from Crutchfield) to my receiver. Only needed a short cable and the price was good. Crutchfield is a great company with excellent customer service! [ Kim Feb 10, 2018 ]

shortest one i could find, and reasonable price. [ lewis Aug 08, 2017 ]

Price [ Michael Dec 05, 2018 ]

I purchased this product to hook my receiver to my TV. [ Anthomy T. Nov 30, 2018 ]

To connect the TV audio out to my older AV receiver. [ David Nov 26, 2018 ]

to bring sound from my tv to my speakers [ george Aug 24, 2018 ]

My new flat screen TV has poor audio quality. This cable will allow me to connect it to my stereo system. [ Terry Jul 12, 2018 ]

link a sound bar to a audio receiver [ JEFFREY G Jun 04, 2018 ]

You commented on it in a positive way. its 6 meters long and its priced lower then that same length on other web sites. It looks well built and like it would hold up over time. [ Joseph May 09, 2018 ]

Good reviews, Crutchfield quality, and the cable is long enough for the distance between my wall-mounted TV and my amplifier. [ Laurence Apr 06, 2018 ]

recommended [ Keith Jan 11, 2018 ]

the length on a not to expensive optical cable [ ANGEL M CINTRON Jan 03, 2018 ]

Correct length I need for a renovation project; reasonably priced; and, I had some chat help from a Crutchfield associate; I trust Crutchfield over the numerous fancy named competitors on Amazon. Shopping here since 2008. [ Robert Dec 08, 2017 ]

To connect the TV to a receiver? Was I wrong? [ Thomas E. Nov 26, 2017 ]

Length and price [ Samuel Nov 20, 2017 ]

To connect a WiFi enabled TV to my receiver [ ANDREW Nov 14, 2017 ]

I chose an optical cable instead of RCA's for a clean and clear signal from my JL processor. [ Dominic Oct 09, 2017 ]

pricing and value [ Peter Sep 18, 2017 ]

Crutchfield has always been my go to over the years always good stuff [ Bradley Dec 15, 2018 ]

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5 questions already asked

How to insert cable connection?

[ John Jul 04, 2018 ]

3 answers

Pull protective plastic cover off tip. Then push gently into the device.

[ Patrick Jul 16, 2018 ]

Check manual for location for port connection for this cable. Once located it's straight forward connecting it to the devices. Remove protective cap, then orientate cable end to insert correctly.

[ David Jul 05, 2018 ]

The back of the television will have a small digital socket to insert the cable. It will have a red light when you insert it.

[ REGINALD Jul 05, 2018 ]

how long is one meter cable ?

[ jim Sep 02, 2017 ]

3 answers

1 meter! Where did you go to school?!

[ PATRICK Sep 03, 2017 ]

3.28 feet

[ Ross Sep 03, 2017 ]

A meter is about 39 inches

[ Brian Sep 03, 2017 ]

Will this cable work with my Toshiba soundbar?

[ Waynedj Jul 12, 2017 ]

3 answers

There is no reason it wouldn't. As far as I know, there is only one type of toslink cable.

[ REGINALD Jul 13, 2017 ]

I believe so if you have an optical output on the sound bar. Most have that available on them.

[ Ross Jul 13, 2017 ]

First off, I am no expert. That being said....I was not sure if I could connect my computer (out) to my Sony DVD player, which had an (in) port. The cable works great!! If your soundbar has an input (SPDIF IN), make sure you are connecting it to (SPDIF OUT), so you are sending the sound to the soundbar. If needed, configure the output device to SPDIF or optical, so the signal is sent on the correct channel. Hope this helps you. Once I configured my computer to send audio out to SPDIF, I was amazed at the sound quality. Great buy here.

[ RICHARD Jul 13, 2017 ]

Is this rated for in wall use?

[ JUSTIN Nov 27, 2019 ]

3 answers

For the price I doubt it. However, I ran mine through the wall. Just run it separate from the power cord. I just purchase a 65" QLED TV hook it up to my receiver and it worked and sounds awesome.

[ JOHN Dec 06, 2019 ]

Honestly not sure, but I would GUESS that it would work just fine in that application. Mine is used outside the wall.

[ Eileen Dec 05, 2019 ]

My understanding, and I'm not a "tech", is that this is a fiber optic cable. That being said, fiber optic cable is used for telecommunication installations. That means through the walls of buildings. The only issue, I see is that the wall penetrations will have to be large enough for the end connectors to pass through. Also pull gently when installing to prevent damage to the cable. One last thought - I don't know if there are any "code requirements", as to the insulation used for in wall fiber optic cabling. A phone call to Metra's Tech Support: line confirmed my surmise that there should be no problem, through the wall, room to room, or up the wall from home entertainment components to a wall mounted TV. Just don't stress the cable while pulling it.

[ Jerry Nov 27, 2019 ]

Is this a category 2 cable?

[ Thomas Feb 02, 2019 ]

3 answers

Unfortunately, I have absolutely no idea, and can't help you. Please accept my apologies. I am not familiar with the category discernment on this item, and correspondingly, do not know what category this item falls into. That simply was not the criteria behind my making my purchase, so I really didn't look into it. If you find out, please let me know;. I am teachable, and could use the education!

[ Stephen Feb 02, 2019 ]

No. It is a optical cable. Cat 2 is copper twisted pair.

[ Timothy Feb 02, 2019 ]

I can't answer this

[ JEFFREY Feb 02, 2019 ]

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