USB A to B, molded connectors with gold plating USB connectors are 2-3mm narrower than the previous version, making it even friendlier to use in tight situations Tough woven nylon braided jacket (black/gray), Signal Conductors: 23awg 6% Silver-plated Cardas Grade One Copper Signal Conductors: 23awg 6% Silver-plated Cardas Grade One Copper Signal Conductor Insulation: Advanced form of PE polyethylene Power Conductors: 20awg tinned copper Shielding: Triple Shielded. Signal shielded from power, and overall double shield Today’s hi-res music files don't hold back on the realism. So don’t hold back on the USB cable you’re using, or you may miss out on the full excitement. Pangea Audio's Premier SE MKII USB ticks all the right boxes for audiophiles in search of an affordable, high-performance USB audio cable. Superb for streamers, DACs, computers, disc players, and more, Premier SE MKII USB cable excels with today’s demanding digital formats. This cable also boasts a separately shielded 20 awg tinned copper power conductor, and an advanced form of PE polyethylene insulation. In addition to the shielded power conductor, the entire cable is wrapped in a double shield to reject electromagnetic and radio frequency noise. The finishing touch is a tough woven nylon braided jacket. The Premier SE MKII USB version uses USB connectors that are just a bit narrower than the previous SE version, making it even friendlier to use in tight situations. Both the USB-A and USB-B ends were reduced by 2-3mm. Just that little bit of a size reduction can in some cases make a welcome difference.