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Amazon Basics Toslink Digital Optical Audio Fiber Optic Cable, Multi-Channel, for Sound Bar, Audio System, Home Theatre, Game Console, Blu-Ray Player, Gold-Plated Connectors, 6 Foot, Black

Name: Amazon Basics Toslink Digital Optical Audio Fiber Optic Cable, Multi-Channel, for Sound Bar, Audio System, Home Theatre, Game Console, Blu-Ray
Brand: Amazon Basics
SKU: B00NH11H38
Price: 6.47 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-15

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Bottom line: The Amazon Basics Toslink Digital Optical Audio Fiber Optic Cable, Multi-Channel, for Sound Bar, Audio System, Home Theatre, Game Console, Blu-Ray Player, Gold-Plated Connectors, 6 Foot, Black is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the audio & midi category, priced around $6.47. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

Please REMOVE the end protective caps before using the cable. IN THE BOX: 6-foot digital optical audio Toslink cable. CLEAR AUDIO: Multi-channel, fiber-optic digital audio output; corrosion resistant gold-plated connectors and buffer tubing for optimal signal transfer.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Amazon Basics Toslink Digital Optical Audio Fiber Optic Cable… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the audio & midi category. Amazon Basics's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this work with my sound bar and TV?

Yes, if both have a Toslink optical port, usually labeled OPTICAL OUT on the TV and OPTICAL IN on the sound bar. This 6-foot cable connects a sound bar, CD player, Blu-ray player, or game console to an audio system or TV with no adapter.

Why do I get no sound after plugging it in?

The most common cause is the protective end caps. Amazon Basics ships removable rubber tips on both connectors and they must be pulled off before use. After that, check that your TV's audio output is set to the optical or bitstream setting rather than internal speakers.

Is 6 feet long enough for a wall-mounted TV?

Six feet covers a typical TV-to-soundbar or console-to-receiver run on the same media console. For a wall mount with the receiver on the floor, measure your actual path first, since this listing is 6 feet only.

Does the gold plating actually matter on an optical cable?

The gold plating here is corrosion resistance on the connector housing, not signal conduction, since the audio travels as light through the fiber. It helps the connector survive repeated insertions and humid rooms; the buffer tubing around the fiber protects the optical path itself.

Can it carry surround sound or just stereo?

It carries multi-channel fiber-optic digital audio, so standard surround formats pass through as long as your source device is set to output bitstream. What decodes on the other end depends on your receiver or sound bar, so check its supported formats.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ Please REMOVE the end protective caps before using the cable.
✓ Backed by Amazon Basics's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

Please REMOVE the end protective caps before using the cable.
IN THE BOX: 6-foot digital optical audio Toslink cable.
CLEAR AUDIO: Multi-channel, fiber-optic digital audio output; corrosion resistant gold-plated connectors and buffer tubing for optimal signal transfer.
DURABLE: Lightweight, flexible cable with a rugged PVC exterior and removable rubber tips that protect the cable when not plugged in; remove before using.
CONNECTS DEVICES: Quickly connects a sound bar, CD player, Blu-Ray player, game console, or other device to an audio system or TV.

Full Specifications

Size	6 Feet
Brand	Amazon Basics
Color	Black
Model	7GSW
UnitCount	1
ReleaseDate	2018-10-01T00:00:01Z
Manufacturer	Amazon
IsAdultProduct	false
ItemPartNumber	7GSW

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-09-15. Price and availability subject to change.