Shunyata Research Omega-X XLR Interconnects | Reference Balanced Cable
Shunyata Research Omega-X XLR Interconnects are the reference balanced analog interconnects in the Omega-X signal-cable family, engineered specifically for balanced connections between high-performance source components, preamplifiers, and amplifiers. They combine single-crystal OHNO silver conductors with TAPc technology, XiTRON, platinum contacts, and KPIP v2 processing.
Choose Omega-X XLR when your components are designed around a high-quality balanced analog interface.
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Shunyata Research Omega-X XLR is the balanced analog member of the Omega-X interconnect family. Shunyata specifies a twin-axial 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 XLR best suited for?
Omega-X XLR is intended for reference analog connections where the source component, preamplifier, DAC, or amplifier is designed around a high-quality balanced XLR interface.
Omega-X XLR vs. Omega-X RCA
Shunyata designs the two versions around different transmission formats. Omega-X XLR uses a twin-axial cable geometry for balanced analog connections, while Omega-X RCA uses a coaxial geometry for single-ended analog connections.
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 XLR 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: Twin-axial
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
Standard Length: 1.25 meters
Safety Assurance: Continuity and polarity testing by two technicians; HiPOT insulation testing at 1,200 VAC
Choice Audio guidance
Choose XLR when it is the intended reference balanced interface for the connected components. Choice Audio can help confirm whether XLR or RCA is the better match for your source, preamplifier, DAC, and amplifier architecture and verify the appropriate cable length before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Is Omega-X XLR a balanced interconnect?
Yes. It is the balanced Omega-X analog interconnect, and Shunyata specifies a twin-axial cable geometry.
What conductor material does Omega-X XLR use?
Shunyata specifies single-crystal OHNO silver conductors.
Does Omega-X XLR use TAPc?
Yes. Shunyata specifies two dual-concentric TAPc modules with 136 elements.
What is the standard Omega-X XLR length?
Shunyata lists 1.25 meters as the standard length.
What is the difference between Omega-X XLR and RCA?
XLR is the twin-axial balanced version; RCA is the coaxial single-ended version. The correct choice depends on the connection topology of the components.