Finisar SFP+ Modules for Audio Grade Network Switch (Group Buy for Audiophilestyle.com)

[Orange55]

I have installed the Finisar® FCBG110SD1CA5 Active Optical Cable (AOC) and the results are as described. 
 

I am using this cable between two SoTM switches, both with internal clocks.  The sound stage has grown and the sense of transparency, which results in unheard details coming to the forefront. 
 

Thanks for the recommendation. 

[audiobomber]

I want to connect a Silent Angel N8 to an etherREGEN. From the AfterDark group buy, it appears I would choose the following:

AfterDark. Project ClayX Constellation SFP+ Module for Audiophile

15 Meters / One Unit / 10% off Discount + Free SFP RJ45 Media Convertor Box

 

I just want confirmation that I'm looking at the right combo, and won't need anything else. 

[R1200CL]

It doesn’t look like the Silent Angel N8 has SFP interface. If you’re asking if you can use that cable between the two devices. 
 

But the FMC added, will do the trick. So will an opticalModule, which is a much better FMC. 

[gionaz]

I would be interested in two FTLX1475D3BTL with 15 meters cable the best possible, what are the prices now?

Could it work with a 10Gtek® SFP + PCIE NIC 10G Network Card for Broadcom 57810S Chip? sure it's a multimode ...

...i might also think about getting a new network adapter for my server pc...

[AfterDark.]

Hi! gionaz,

 

Thanks for your message and questions.

 

We will have new product based on Intel SFP Server Grade Network Adaptor which is designed to work plug and play for Finisar FTLX1475D3BTL SFP modules. This is tested to work with Music Server and connect them to UpTone EtherREGEN or SFP compaatiable devices.

 

The AfterDark. Black Modernize firmware at the SFP Network Adaptor is modified to use Finisar SFP module without any compatiable issues. 

 

The new product link is provided.

 

 

Thanks and have a nice weekend.

 

Best Regards,

Adrian

AfterDark. 

[gionaz]

this is my actual model:

[gionaz]

I tried to do a simulation of purchase on your site, but the prices give errors! it seems that everything costs the same beyond the exchange rate...

[AfterDark.]

Hi! gionaz,

 

The problem is fixed now. Thanks for your information.

 

Best Regards,

Adrian

AfterDark. 

[AfterDark.]

 

Hi! All,

 

New Group Buy for Audiophilestyle.com is initiated. The new product specification will update at the first page of this topic. 

 

The main different are:

• Finisar module is changed from SFP + 10G to SFP 1G version of Finisar SFP FTLF1318P3BTL, which provide more compatibility issues with all 1Gb gears. 
• The Single-Mode Corning Gold Series glass cable is used instead of Commscope

Group Buy Link

 

Thanks and have a nice day.

 

Best Regards,

Adrian

AfterDark. 

 

 

[R1200CL]

2 hours ago, AfterDark. said:

Finisar SFP FTLF1318P3BTL

What type of laser in use ? Why didn’t you go for 1471 version ?

[AfterDark.]

11 minutes ago, R1200CL said:

What type of laser in use ? Why didn’t you go for 1471 version ?

 

We received some request from audiophilestyle member for 1G version of SFP, with Corning Glass Fiber. This Finisar SFP FTLF1318P3BTL is 1G speed and using Fabry-Perot Laser.

 

 

 

[R1200CL]

DFB laser is technically better !

[AfterDark.]

13 minutes ago, R1200CL said:

DFB laser is technically better !

 

Agreed. FTLX1475D3BTL is DFB laser

 

 

 

Screenshot 2023-02-12 at 8.47.05 PM

[R1200CL]

Here is an overview of modules from Finisar. 
 

https://datasheet.octopart.com/FTLF8519P3BNL-Finisar-datasheet-17723138.pdf

 

Easy to chose from. Last page. 
The guide is a bit old, but should help. Too bad deleted from official web page. 

[audiobomber]

1 hour ago, R1200CL said:

DFB laser is technically better !

But not necessarily sonically better. The posts I read while researching seemed pretty evenly split between preference for FTLF1318P3BTL vs. FTLX1475D3BTL, among those who had actually tried both, I went with SFP, because my gear is 1000Mbps except after the ER B-side, where it drops to 100MBps, and I wanted to ensure no compatibility issues..

[R1200CL]

1 hour ago, TRHH said:

 

Hi @R1200CL Is there any - DFD laser - from Finisar that would work with Cisco Meraki Go 8 Port Switch (GS110-8-HW-EU)?

 

THX

 

Torben

Good question. I can’t answer 100%, but normally if one Finisar work, I would expect most of the others do as well. I tested my Finisar in a managed Cisco, and no problem. SG300-20. 

[Flashman]

I’d appreciate any comments on sound quality from users of Lumin products (specifically X1, P1 and U2) who employ a LAN optical connection (fibre, spelled the British way). I’ve been using multimode fibre from Sonore, as I once owned the company’s original opticalModule (oM) that came configured this way. When I originally set up the Lumin X1’s fibre connection, I used the oM, but have since moved to fibre implementation via etherRegen. The sound quality, by the way, is terrific.

 

Recently, though, I’ve been intrigued by some online posters (in this forum and others) who’ve heard a tangible difference between multimode and single-mode fibre, with the latter purportedly having an uptick in SQ. As you probably know, Lumin is agnostic on the topic, saying that both multimode and single-mode will work. Lumin’s website suggests the use of Corning’s ClearCurve single-mode duplex fibre; there is no multimode fibre recommended, so perhaps that is a small clue. The recommended transceivers are StarTech and 10Gtek. Again, as the transceivers need to match the single-mode fibre, perhaps this is another small clue that single-mode might be preferred.  I can’t recall the exact fibre and transceivers with the original oM, other than the fibre was specified as Sonore-branded systemOptique Certified Fibre-Optic Cable.

 

Peter Lie, Lumin’s firmware lead and a frequent, valuable contributor to this site and others, has shared that one dealer who tested the LAN optical connection with the X1 preferred single-mode. Peter has encouraged people seeking the best SQ to test one vs. the other. To that end, I’ve ordered Corning ClearCurve fibre and some matching Finisar transceivers (FTLF1318P3BTL) that have been popular among some online posters. (As a side note, Sonore now recommends Finisar transceivers as an upgrade to their second-edition oM, perhaps another small clue!) As the purchases were quite reasonable, I don’t mind letting them sit on the sideline while I ponder this dilemma, with the potential help of Lumin users!

[audiophilac]

Where did you order Corning ClearCurve fibre from?

[Flashman]

I ordered the Corning ClearCurve fibre from Fosco at this link.  It was the link provided on the Lumin site.

[MartinT]

Has anyone tried the Cisco AOC? I am currently listening to the Finisar AOC and it is damned nearly perfect: highly detailed, dynamic, with a potent bass end. The only weakness is some mild stridency in high female vocals and orchestral violins.

 

I saw that AfterDark describes the Cisco as 'lush' and wondered if it might suit me even better.

[Johnnydev]

11 hours ago, MartinT said:

Has anyone tried the Cisco AOC? I am currently listening to the Finisar AOC and it is damned nearly perfect: highly detailed, dynamic, with a potent bass end. The only weakness is some mild stridency in high female vocals and orchestral violins.

 

I saw that AfterDark describes the Cisco as 'lush' and wondered if it might suit me even better.

I bought them all from afterdark and his descriptions were right here in my house

[MartinT]

Thanks. I have a 5m Cisco SFP-10G-AOC5M on its way and a Finisar FCBG110SD1C05 on test. The Finisar has greatly improved after more than a week of the Tara Labs burn-in and I shall give the Cisco the same treatment. The winner of these two will be my keeper and the Finisar has already set a high bar.

[Blake]

26 minutes ago, MartinT said:

Thanks. I have a 5m Cisco SFP-10G-AOC5M on its way and a Finisar FCBG110SD1C05 on test. The Finisar has greatly improved after more than a week of the Tara Labs burn-in and I shall give the Cisco the same treatment. The winner of these two will be my keeper and the Finisar has already set a high bar.

 

I really like this Finisar model.  Will be comparing shortly to FTLX1475D3BTL.

 

 

[MartinT]

18 minutes ago, TRHH said:

May I ask what switch you have? 

 

 

I have an EtherREGEN at one end of the link and a Signature Rendu SE at the other.

[MartinT]

10 hours ago, Blake said:

I really like this Finisar model.  Will be comparing shortly to FTLX1475D3BTL.

 

I'll be interested in the outcome.