Aune AR3

The Aune AR3 is a balanced upgrade cable for headphones, terminating in a 4.4mm Pentaconn plug on the source side and dual 3.5mm connectors on the headphone side. Built from high-purity 6N OCC copper in a Litz Type 2, 56-core structure, it is designed to give a clean, low-loss connection between a balanced source and detachable-cable headphones such as the Aune AR5000. A super-soft TPEE outer sheath keeps the cable pliable and comfortable in use while looking every bit as good as it sounds.

Overview

The AR3 uses 56 cores of 6N OCC (up to 99.9999% purity) copper arranged in a Litz Type 2 geometry, insulated with a super-soft TPEE jacket. Both the 4.4mm Pentaconn plug and the dual 3.5mm connectors are gold-plated for corrosion resistance and a dependable contact over time. At 1.5 m it suits desktop and near-field listening, and it is an exact-fit match for the AR5000 as well as other headphones that use dual 3.5mm cable entries.

Sound Character

Aune describes the AR3 as smooth, transparent, full, and balanced, a capable 4.4mm cable that lets a balanced source drive headphones cleanly. As with any cable, it is designed to preserve the signal rather than reshape it.

Build and Connectivity

The cable pairs a 4.4mm Pentaconn balanced plug with two 3.5mm headphone connectors, all gold-plated. The 6N OCC Litz Type 2 conductors and TPEE sheath aim for durability and a soft, tangle-resistant feel. The result is a tidy, exact-fit upgrade lead for balanced listening.

Best For

This is an ideal choice for owners of the AR5000 or similar dual-3.5mm headphones who run a balanced 4.4mm source and want a well-made upgrade cable. Explore more options in our headphone cables.

What's in the Box

• Aune AR3 4.4mm balanced headphone cable

Specifications