Shunyata Research Sigma X Loudspeaker Cable
SKU: 101301209901cj-1
Shunyata Research Sigma X Loudspeaker Cable
SKU: 101301209901cj-1
Shunyata Research Sigma X Loudspeaker Cable
SKU: 101301209901cj-1
- Shunyata Sigma X Loudspeaker Cable
- £12500 for 2.5m pair
- Brilliant Performance
£12,500.00
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Shunyata Research Sigma X Loudspeaker Cable
The Sigma X range of cables from Shunyata Research is the top cable in their Reference Series of products, only the flagship Omega surpasses it.
Sigma X possesses the same sonic characteristics as Alpha X, but you gain greater refinement and insight into the music with the Sigma in place, Sigma X really develops and ripens the presentation.
It is incredibly natural and real sounding with a feeling of immediacy, they are tonally very neutral with superb weight and dynamics. If you like the feeling of pin sharp accuracy and 3D holographics from your soundstage this is another angle where Sigma X really excels.
A 2.5m pair is priced at £12,500 which equates to £2500 per metre, longer lengths are priced at £400 per additional quarter metre. It’s twice the price of the Alpha X, but in a top flight system the benefit that Sigma X brings is pretty obvious and immediate.
Termination can be either spades or 4mm plugs at either end
TAP (Transverse Axial Polarizer) is a patent-pending technology developed by Shunyata Research to enhance the performance of its reference signal cables. The evolution of this technology has led to the creation of TAPc, a groundbreaking advancement that significantly reduces the size of the modules, enabling their application across a broader range of cables, including power cords, interconnects, digital cables and speaker cables.
The sonic results of TAPc technology include a profound drop in perceived noise floor, effortlessly portrayed dynamics, and an exceptional rendering of timing and coherency. These benefits are unique to TAPc, setting it apart from any competing product or technology. Even to an untrained ear, the effects of TAPc are immediately apparent and consistently repeatable across various components and systems. Essentially, the TAPc modules act as force multipliers, elevating the listening experience to levels many would not have thought possible.
HARP was discovered through Gabriel’s research into ‘current drift’ and audio frequency current resonances that occur in speaker cables. Theoretically, a speaker cable may develop current resonances in the audio band, being roughly analogous to standing waves (modals) in room acoustics. The HARP module acts as a current mode diffraction device that breaks up these resonances, improving the perceived resolution and coherency of the system.
Shunyata’s VTX-Ag cables are uniquely constructed with both an inner, center conductor made of pure silver and an outer concentric ring conductor made of pure copper. It’s made using the finest fluorocarbon insulation to minimize dielectric absorption and re-radiation which translates to an improvement in resolution and clarity. VTX-Ag delivers the speed and clarity of silver and the midrange warmth and three dimensional power in the lower octaves of copper without imparting any of the negatives associated with either metal. – The best qualities of silver and copper combined
KPIP v2™ Shunyata Research’s proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Process includes four days of continuous KPIP
v2™ processing which refines conductor metals at a molecular level. This dramatically reduces burn-in time and significantly improves sonic performance, delivering a relaxed and life-like presentation. When compared to the original process, KPIP v2™ represents a dramatic performance upgrade on par with a component-level upgrade.
Fluorocarbon dielectrics are usually only found in wire used in the aerospace industry, satellites and only the most expensive audiophile cabling. It has special electrical characteristics; very low dielectric absorption, high dielectric strength and exceptional heat resistance.When used in audio and power cables is reduces the perception of dynamic compression and it improves sonic low-level resolution and clarity.
| Conductors: VTX-Ag™ Gauge: 06 Dielectric: Fluorocarbon Terminals: Gold/copper fixed or STIS v3 TAPc: Dual module / 204 elements HARP: Dual 20 | Color: Black flex KPIP Processing: 4-days Standard Length: 2.50 meters Safety Assurance: |
