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For most of us in media production, Intel’s Thunderbolt hardware interface has been an absolute boon. Capable of transferring data at up to 40 Gbit/s (Thunderbolt 3), this connection interface can handle massive numbers of high-resolution audio like nothing else on the market. That same bandwidth is also what makes the Thunderbolt cable the preferred connection of digital composers and electronic musicians who regularly have to access massive sample libraries.
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Whether you’re connecting a high-performance audio interface with onboard digital signal processing or a high-speed SSD, one thing’s for certain: you need the right Thunderbolt cable for the job. For starters, you need to consider what kind of Thunderbolt your gear is running.
Older Thunderbolt 1 and Thunderbolt 2 peripherals use Mini DisplayPort connectors. Those are the squarer type of ends that were used for connecting monitors. Current audio gear and hard drives are more likely to come equipped with Thunderbolt 3. Thunderbolt 3 cables use USB-C connectors.
Don’t get these confused with USB 3 cables, which also use USB-C connectors. USB 3 cables can’t handle the bandwidth you need for the full Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth. What’s more, USB 3 cables can cause all kinds of other weird issues with Thunderbolt gear.
When it comes to choosing a Thunderbolt 3 cable, you’ll want to consider the cable’s throughput. These Thunderbolt cables come in 20 GBit/s and 40 GBit/s. Be sure you get the cable that supports the output capabilities of your device. You can expect 20 GBit/s to be fast enough for most recording applications, but if you’re working with high track volumes and resolutions, or if you’re connecting a hard drive, then a 40 GBit/s Thunderbolt cable is the way to go.
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At Sweetwater, we carry a selection of Thunderbolt cables that meet our high standards for performance and reliability. Whether it’s a half-meter Thunderbolt 2 cable or a 3-meter Thunderbolt 3 cable, you’ll find what you need right here. And if you have any questions about the best Thunderbolt cables, don't hesitate to give your Sweetwater Sales Engineer a call.
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With a curated selection of Thunderbolt Cables, free shipping, a free 2-year warranty, 24/7 access to award-winning support - and more - Sweetwater gives you more than any other retailer! If you have any questions about Thunderbolt Cables, make sure to give your personal Sales Engineer a call at (800) 222-4700.
