Shunyata Research Omega-X Phono Cable | Reference Tonearm Interconnect
Shunyata Research Omega-X Phono Cable is the reference phono interconnect in the Omega-X signal-cable family, engineered for the extremely low-level signal between a turntable or tonearm and a phono stage. It combines single-crystal OHNO silver conductors with TAPc technology, XiTRON, reference termination architecture, and KPIP v2 processing.
Because phono signals require substantial downstream gain, shielding, grounding, dielectric control, and connector quality are especially important in this application.
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Shunyata Research Omega-X Phono is the phono-specific member of the Omega-X signal-cable family, designed for the low-level analog connection between a turntable or tonearm and a phono stage. Shunyata specifies a coaxial 16-gauge architecture using single-crystal OHNO silver conductors, 100% braided SPC shielding, fluorocarbon dielectric materials, proprietary platinum-contact connectors, TAPc, ΞTRON, and KPIP v2 processing.
Who is Omega-X Phono best suited for?
Omega-X Phono is intended for reference vinyl playback systems where the tonearm-to-phono-stage connection requires a dedicated low-level analog interconnect and proper grounding.
Why a dedicated phono cable?
A phono cartridge produces a very small signal that is amplified substantially by the phono stage. Cable geometry, shielding, dielectric behavior, connector quality, and grounding therefore matter at this connection. Shunyata specifies a coaxial geometry and an Omega-X CGC phono ground cable for the Omega-X Phono.
Technology
TAPc Polarizer: Shunyata Research's patent-pending Transverse Axial Polarizer couples to electromagnetic fields surrounding signal conductors and is designed to reduce electromagnetic distortion.
Single-crystal OHNO Silver: Omega-X signal cables use single-crystal OHNO silver conductors produced with a casting process intended to form a continuous crystalline structure.
ΞTRON: Shunyata's patented ΞTRON technology is designed to reduce dielectric absorption and re-radiation in signal transmission.
KPIP v2: Omega-X Phono receives eight days of Shunyata Research's proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Process.
Fluorocarbon and Platinum Contacts: Shunyata specifies a fluorocarbon dielectric and proprietary platinum-contact connectors with a carbon finish.
Specifications
Cable Type: Coaxial
Gauge: 16
Conductors: Single-crystal OHNO Silver
Shield: SPC, 100% braided
Dielectric: Fluorocarbon
Connectors: Shunyata Research proprietary platinum contacts, carbon finish
TAPc: 2 dual-concentric modules / 136 elements
KPIP v2 Processing: 8 days
Color: Gray flex
Phono Ground Cable: Omega-X CGC
Standard Length: 1.25 meters
Safety Assurance: Continuity and polarity testing by two technicians; HiPOT insulation testing at 1,200 VAC
Choice Audio guidance
Phono cable selection should account for tonearm termination, phono-stage inputs, grounding arrangement, and length. Choice Audio can help verify the required connection and grounding configuration before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Is Omega-X Phono the same as a standard line-level RCA interconnect?
No. It is the phono-specific member of the Omega-X family for the low-level tonearm-to-phono-stage connection, although Shunyata specifies a coaxial geometry for both RCA and Phono versions.
What phono ground cable does Shunyata specify?
Shunyata lists the Omega-X CGC as the phono ground cable.
What conductor material does Omega-X Phono use?
Shunyata specifies single-crystal OHNO silver conductors.
Does Omega-X Phono use TAPc?
Yes. Shunyata specifies two dual-concentric TAPc modules with 136 elements.
What is the standard Omega-X Phono length?
Shunyata lists 1.25 meters as the standard length.