Maybe a tag system with manufacturers, so people can search the headphones they’ve got and it’ll redirect to the appropriate cable. You already have noted exceptions in the descriptions, just make it a bit more prominent.
One of the problems you run into is the fact that some manufacturers change which connector they use, even with the same model… without notice. A couple examples are the 4XX (used to be dual 2.5mm but changed to dual 3.5mm) and HE400i (From that screw on connector, to dual 2.5mm, now the 2020 version with the same name has dual 3.5mm)
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The site already notes the different Hifiman versions. Move that up to a more prominent position and users can just look at the information when all the results comes up in a search, it’s easier than going through the descriptions of each cable page. That should ease support emails.
There are probably some decent search APIs out there that give card-style results with summary information.
Cool thread. I never read it before. I found it last night and was halfway through it before the whole forum crapped out.
I am not a big fan of expensive after-market cables. I normally just go with Amazon cables. With my Fostex TH-610’s an XLR cable was not available on Amazon.ca. I looked hard at Hart and Periapt. I went with Periapt as I was still trying to wrap my head around the various connectors.
Now I am thinking about just setting aside all my stock and Amazon cables and getting several nice cables that could be my generic “go-to’s”.
I am thinking:
Dual 3.5mm with 1/4" end
Dual 3.5mm with XLR end
Dual 2 pin (Senn) with 1/4" end
Dual 2 pin (Senn) with XRL end
Seems like that would be a cheaper option with Hart than buying four separate cables from Periapt right?
Obviously the Fostex’s and hard wired 'phones do not matter in this scenario.
Could @Brux or any of the cable veterans confirm exactly what I would need?
Thank you!
From HartAudio, you’d need to purchase at a minimum the HC-9 cable and HC-5 cable along with the IC-1 and IC-3 interconnects. So about roughly $90 USD.
So, there is no such thing as an SE cable or a balanced cable? The only difference is the connectors?
Four cables from Periapt would be $252.00, plus shipping. Mmmmmmm.
The headphone cables are balanced naturally if they’re coming from 2 leads, like the dual 3.5mm ones as an example. They stay separate(balanced = each channel has their own ground) if you use a balanced interconnect, if not and you use the SE 1/4" interconnect, they’ll become SE since the grounds will be joined at the interconnect and thus into your amp.
edit: also note, I don’t recommend going the other way around though. IE a single ended headphone/cable into a balanced interconnect/cable into a balanced amp output.
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- HC-9 (dual 3.5mm) $37
- HC-5 (dual Senn) $37
- IC-1 (1/4") $15
- IC-3 (4-pin XLR) $18
Total: $107+tax&shipping(usually $5for shipping)
This is, of course, without going custom shop, longer then baseline length of interconnect(3", longer adds cost), or the 18" split option(takes $10 off, but shrinks the headphone cable down to ~1’ 6" from 4’ 6")
As for custom shop:
$2/color/item (multi-kit counts as one item, rather then individual cables)
$10 custom terminations
Custom length can very dependent on length and cable design.
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Couldn’t be happier with the cable I bought ! The interconnect system is very convenient, and the new budget multi kit with the seafoam green looks very appealing. Might have to pick that up soon.
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Thank you thank you! Glad you’re digging it!
I’m stoked on that budget kit, I don’t really like adapters cause I lose them all, but I think it’s something hopefully a lot of people can go to for an intro to the system.
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Yes this looks right! The way we like to explain it is our applicable headphone cables are “balanced capable”.
If you link them up with a balanced interconnect (IC-3, IC-4, IC-5, IC-6, IC-8), the assembly is balanced. If you link them up with a single ended interconnect (IC-1 or IC-2) the assembly is single ended.
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I wanted to post here to salute Brux. I got my cable set (3 cables and 4 connectors) the other day. It took 45 days to get here, due to Christmas and the defunding of USPS.
I have to say that I really like these. Very soft to the touch and nice long V’s from the cups down. The connectors feel very precise and strong.
I love the flexibility. As an example, I was using a HAC cable to listen to my LCD-2 Classic’s via XLR from the Liquid Platinum. While reading the forums on my phone links come up for Youtube. When you are using an XLR cable there is no easy way to switch over quickly to a 3.5mm without changing cables. Now I just change connectors. Very cool! 
Also, the LCD-2 Classic’s sound Great out of the LP.
I haven’t tested all the cables and connectors yet, but I really like the HAC products. And the sets are much cheaper to buy than having lots of separate SE and balanced cables.
Congrats @Brux for setting up a successful business with great products!
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Just got my first Hart cables last week. Excellent stuff, this whole modularity/interconnect system is genius. I don’t really see a reason to buy any other cables, these things are great.
Speaker cables someday ? 
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Thanks for the kind words everyone. It is very much appreciated
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Just wanted to give Hart Audio cables a bump. I don’t believe in cable magic, but having a couple amps and too many headphones… Hart Audio’s modular nature is a godsend. Makes swapping cans or sources SO much easier. If they were kinky microphonic nightmares, I’d still use them. But thankfully, they are great cables that do their job and are incredibly convenient. Highly recommended.
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I just ordered a Hart cable with a couple of interconnects for my Hifiman Sundara. Never before has a headphone been so desperately in need of a nice cable! 
Can’t wait!
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More new Hart gear today. I finally broke down and bought a Cascade cable. I have, in some cases, found my cables to be a little short. I don’t want to re-buy all my cables so I wondered if my connectors could be recabled with longer cables. No, they couldn’t.
However, they do make extension cables. Up to four feet, I believe. I bought a 12" extension and that should be perfect for me.
Always a pleasure to deal with Hannah! I really have to do a full HAC photo shoot this weekend.
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I’ve gotta make another order at some point to put a new sticker on my truck
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I think we got a mixup on your cables here, someone got confused writing up your order for the assemblers, but I think it’s all getting straightened out yeah!? Thanks for using our stuff! <3
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I got the cable, it’s all good. 
Actually I am using it right now. It works great and I have to say that I LOVE that 12 "extension!
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