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: Bandwidth Capacity: 48 Gbps Resolution & Refresh Rate: 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz HDMI Compliance: HDMI 2.1 and 2.1a compliant Audio Return Channel: HDMI ARC & eARC compatible Certification: 8K Ultra High Speed Certified Backwards Compatibility: Backwards compatible with all legacy HDMI standards / all previous HDMI versions Available Lengths: 1-, 2-, and 3-meter lengths Supports HDMI versions: 2.1 and 2.1a HDMI ARC/eARC: Enhanced Audio Return Channel compatible Surround formats supported: Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Auro 3D HDR pass-through supported: HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, and prospective HDR formats Gaming features supported: ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) and VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) Supports AMD FreeSync: Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One X, and PlayStation 4 Pro consoles High-definition audio supported: SA-CD, DVD-Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, and other high-definition audio standards Aspect ratio support: 21:9 cinema aspect ratio Audio channel support: Up to 32 audio channels Audio sampling rate support: Up to 1536kHz Deep Color support: Up to 16-bits per channel, including Sony x.v.Color Multi-stream support: Simultaneous delivery of dual video streams to multiple users on the same screen Video support: Compatible with 8K/60Hz and 4K/120Hz resolution/refresh combinations Maximum resolution support: Up to 10K/60Hz (compressed mode) Additional video features: Supports 3D and Multiview Video Cable conductors: 28AWG or 30AWG high purity OFC copper conductors Conductor insulation: Individual conductor HDPE jackets insulate and protect each conductor Pair drain conductor: Each pair of conductors has a dedicated drain conductor of high purity OFC copper Pair shielding layers: Two layers of dedicated aluminum alloy braided mylar insulation wrapped in an HDPE jacket Overall drain conductor: Overall cable high purity OFC copper drain conductor Overall shielding: Overall cable aluminum alloy braided mylar insulation wrapped in a durable and flexible HDPE jacket Outer jacket: SVS premium cotton braided jacket for an attractive, durable finish Connector solder: Precision soldered with high-grade lead-free solder for durable, consistent electrical contacts and signal flow Connector contacts: 24K gold plated contacts for effective electrical contact and signal flow Connector shell: Precision machined and anodized aircraft grade aluminum shell 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) 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.
