Nordost Norse 2 Series Tyr 2 USB 2.0 Cable

Flagship USB Digital Audio Transmission in the Norse 2 Series | Available at Trimira Audio The Nordost Tyr 2 USB 2.0 Cable represents the flagship USB cable within Nordost's Norse 2 Series, designed for demanding computer-audio systems, dedicated music servers, USB interfaces, and high-resolution DACs. Combining Dual Mono-Filament technology, 20 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, controlled USB data geometry, comprehensive shielding, and precision gold-plated termination, Tyr 2 provides a carefully engineered physical connection for high-speed USB digital audio. At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Tyr 2 USB 2.0 Cable for reference-oriented computer-audio systems seeking the highest-performance USB connection within the Norse 2 range. Key Features & Technological Innovations Patented Dual Mono-Filament Technology Each conductor is wrapped with two helical FEP strands before being enclosed in an extruded FEP outer jacket. This creates a low-contact dielectric environment designed to minimize dielectric interaction and energy storage while supporting rapid signal propagation. Four 20 AWG Silver-Plated Solid-Core OFC Conductors Tyr 2 employs 4 × 20 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from 99.99999% high-purity OFC copper with pure silver plating. The heavy-gauge solid-core construction provides consistent conductor geometry and substantial current-carrying capability. Controlled 90-Ohm USB Data Geometry The USB data conductors use mechanically controlled twisted-pair geometry designed around the 90-ohm characteristic impedance required by the USB high-speed data interface. This helps maintain consistent electrical characteristics along the high-frequency data path. 100% Dual-Layer Shielding A combined foil-and-braid structure provides 100% total coverage, helping isolate the USB signal path from: RF interference Electromagnetic interference External electrical noise High-frequency crosstalk Internal USB power-line noise Custom Gold-Plated Terminations Tyr 2 USB 2.0 is available with custom gold-plated connectors in: USB Type-A → Type-B USB Type-A → Micro-B These configurations accommodate common computer-to-DAC and computer-to-USB-device applications. Technical Specifications Specification Tyr 2 USB 2.0 Cable Series Norse 2 Series Insulation High-Grade Extruded Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) Construction Mechanically Tuned Length, Spacing & Dual Mono-Filament Design Conductors 4 × 20 AWG Solid-Core Conductor Material Silver-Plated 99.99999% Solid-Core Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Impedance Strict 90 Ω Standard Shielding 100% Total Coverage Dual-Layer Shielding (Foil & Braid) Velocity of Propagation 85% Speed of Light Termination Options Custom Gold-Plated USB Type-A to Type-B or Micro-B Standard Lengths 0.6 m, 1.0 m, 2.0 m, 3.0 m, 5.0 m + Custom Lengths USB 2.0 Audio Applications Tyr 2 USB 2.0 is suited to connections including: Computers → USB DACs Music servers → USB DACs Digital audio workstations → USB interfaces Computer sources → external digital converters USB audio interfaces → compatible digital equipment The USB connection carries digital data according to the USB specification. The relevant physical characteristics of the cable include data-pair impedance, shielding, conductor geometry, connector quality, and reliable high-speed transmission. Consult with the Digital Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio The Nordost Tyr 2 USB 2.0 Cable provides the flagship USB solution within the Norse 2 Series for demanding computer-audio systems. Trimira Audio can assist with: Type-A to Type-B compatibility Type-A to Micro-B configuration Cable length selection Computer-to-DAC matching Music-server integration USB audio system architecture Complete Nordost digital-cable planning Private system auditions For a flagship Norse 2 USB connection, Tyr 2 combines 20 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC, Dual Mono-Filament FEP construction, 90-ohm USB data geometry, 100% dual-layer shielding, and precision gold-plated termination.