This is the best quality lead I have found for running a laptop directly to our P.A system. I must have gone through a dozen similar leads that have cost more over the last few years, but this really does the job. It is tough, reliable, with good quality connectors and non twisting leads. It has taken a hammering over maybe 50-60 gigs, it gets walked on and drinks dropped on it but never seems to give in. If it finally breaks, I would buy another without a question as it's more than paid for itself. The build quality will make you think the product should be 3-4 times the price.