I really like the understated look of these simple/cheap KZ cables but unfortunately they’re all QDC instead of your typical 2 pin. I like the single cord, not braided, the transparency, and the QDC housing itself, but cannot for the life of me seem to be able to find anything like this

Can someone with some more experience help me out? It would be very much appreciated

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Not quite the same, but the Moondrop line K cable is fairly similar. Bit pricier than the KZ cables though.

Thanks! I have seen that one, I even own a Kato with a cable that matches the description but it’s insanely stiff unfortunately. I contacted Moondrop regarding their Aria SE cable to see if they will send me one for some $$$

you can look for a aftermarket cable bro (with the pin you need). i would say an 8 core can make the cut

The Moondrop SSR uses the same cable as the Aria SE, just FYI. I bought the SSR purely for the cable, to use it with my Blessing 2's - the SSR was about €40. It's a nice cable - no regrets.

Ahhhhhh, thank you very much, I might do this. Seems to be a great solution!

Aliexpress has more options than you know what to do with. I’d start there. Pick the look of the cable you want and usually they all have options for pin type and jack size.

You’re right, but unfortunately no one that I know of makes a cable like this for 2 pin .78mm :/ all QDC, I scrolled for about 30 minutes on AliExpress

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I've been happy with Linsoul / Tripowin Zowie cables for my Moondrop Variations. 2-pin versions fit nicely.

Have used 4.4mm (with SMSL SU-8s and Singxer SA-1) from my PC, and 2.5mm with my Qudelix 5K for on the go listening.

I like the cable 'feel', and they are not too pricey off Amazon.

Plugs are flat with the connector? QDC

Plugs stick out past it? TFZ

You can find plenty of options if you search around Aliexpress - NiceHCK, XinHS and Kbear all have some nice options.

Here is an interesting budget option and here is Kbear's new Chord. We're about to hit 11/11 sales so wait and see what goes on sale next week.

It doesn't have the angled 2pin jack like your pic but I recently got a ~$7 cable from xinhs that's very soft. It's still slightly thick (2mm after the split) but much more comfortable than the stock cable.