Shunyata Research Alpha-X Speaker Cables - PAIR - 2.5m

Alpha-X Speaker Cables represent a masterful blend of proprietary technologies and advanced materials, offering superlative sound quality with a balance of clarity, dynamics, and musicality. Exclusive TAPc (Transverse Axial Polarizer) technology, significantly lowers the noise floor and reduces phase distortions resulting in a cleaner, more detailed presentation across all frequencies. Alpha-X speaker cables feature Shunyata’s HARP technology, designed to diffuse current reflections and resonances. This ensures unmatched tonal fidelity while enhancing sonic coherence, resolution and tonal accuracy. The HARP delivers a deeply immersive experience while portraying an expansive palette of fine details and textures. Shunyata’s VTX-Ag conductors are made from both silver and copper conductors, in a coaxial geometry, delivering the speed and clarity of silver along with the warmth and low-end authority of copper. Finally, the KPIP v2 (Kinetic Phase Inversion Process) conditions the conductors, reducing break-in time and optimizing sonic performance. The combined impact of these advanced technologies results in a dynamic, immersive listening experience that remains steadfast in its ultimate goal — capturing the pure essence of the music. OFE Copper Alloy 101 Shunyata uses only the highest purity of copper available for the production of its wire products. OFE Alloy 101 or C10100 is the highest grade of copper with a minimum 99.99% purity and a conductivity rating of 101% IACS. OFE stands for oxygen-free electrolytic and supersedes the term OFHC (oxygen-free high conductivity). C10100 is the only grade of copper that comes with a written certification of purity. VTX-Ag Cable Geometry 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. Fluorocarbon Dielectrics These ultra-high quality insulators are usually only found in wire used in the aerospace industry, satellites and the most expensive audiophile cabling. Fluorocarbon has special electrical characteristics; very low dielectric absorption, high dielectric strength and exceptional heat resistance. When used in audio and power cables these dielectric materials reduce the perception of dynamic compression and improve low-level resolution and overall clarity. Transverse Axial Polarizer (TAPc) This is a Shunyata Research patent pending technology developed to improve the performance of their reference cables. The TAPc technology is a radical advancement of their original TAP technology which enables a significant reduction in the size of the modules – which for the first time allows this technology to be applied to power cords. The sonic results of TAPc include a cavernous drop in perceived noise floor, effortlessly portrayed dynamics and a superb rendering of timing and coherency. The sonic benefits of the TAPc technology are quite simply unique and cannot be replicated by any competing product or technology. Even to an untrained ear, the effects of the TAPc are immediately apparent and repeatable across a variety of components and systems. In essence, the TAPc modules are force-multipliers that elevate the listening experience to a level many would not imagine possible. HARP Module Shunyata discovered that as a speaker cable passes current, it can develop resonances within the audio band. This electrical characteristic is similar to how acoustical standing waves can build within a room. This can induce resonances within the cable at audio frequencies, thus distorting the signal. The HARP module acts as a current mode diffraction device which effectively breaks up these resonances, delivering superior resolution and greatly improved coherency. Kinetic Phase Inversion Process (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 KPIP process, KPIP v2™ represents a dramatic performance upgrade on par with a component-level upgrade. Specifications: Conductors: VTX-Ag™ Gauge: 08 Dielectric: Fluorocarbon TAPc: Dual module / 204 elements HARP: Dual 10 Color: Black Flex Jacket KPIP v2 Processing: 4-days Safety Assurance: Continuity and polarity tests – by two technicians HiPOT tests insulation breakdown @ 1,200 VAC