THE ULTIMATE IN POWER CORD
PERFORMANCE
Caelin
Gabriel was given a challenge to
design the ultimate power cord
without regard to costs,
construction intricacies or time
constraints. It would have to exceed
ALL current levels of performance
and achieve an unprecedented degree
of clarity and dynamic expression.
The OMEGA-X power cords are the
ultimate examples of more than a
quarter-century of dedicated
research and product refinement.
Literally hundreds of tests, man
hours, alternative materials and
innovative construction techniques
have combined to deliver products
proven to posses incomparable
performance. Shunyata Research power
cables have proven to deliver an
elite level of performance within
the world's finest recording studios,
mastering labs and life-preserving
medical systems.
OMEGA-X QR
The Omega-X QR is the barometer of
what can be achieved when the
entirety of one individual’s passion,
intelligence and creativity is
focused on the creation of a
singularly iconic product. The
Omega-X QR contains not one, but two
patented QRBB elements. The addition
of the second QRBB dramatically
improves the performance of the
world's finest amplifiers,
preamplifiers, as well as the finest
analog and digital source components.
Omega-X QR is no longer just for
amplifiers; it is designed to form a
sympathetic bond with all classes of
components. Once connected, the
Omega X QR creates an island of calm
within the sea of noise that
surrounds electronics systems.
EASE
OF USE
Don't
be fooled by the Omega-X power
cord’s large gauge conductors and
sizable diameters. Both models are
relatively lightweight and bend
easily to route around or through
tight bends or corners. No power
cord this massive has the
combination of the Omega-X power
cord’s ability to navigate in and
around systems with ease. Omega-X
power cords unlock performance to a
degree that has startled even the
most seasoned industry veteran.
Omega-X cables break through all
performance barriers to deliver the
full potential locked within the
world’s most exotic music systems.
GROUNDBREAKING
TECHNOLOGY
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TAPc
The ALPHA-X features the
all-new TAPc technology. TAP
(transverse axial polarizer)
is a patent pending
technology that Shunyata
Research developed to
improve the performance of
its reference signal cables.
The TAPc technology is a
radical advancement of the
TAP technology that enables
a significant reduction in
the size of the modules –
and 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.
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True to
its
reputation
for
migrating
its most
profound
patented
technologies
into
more
affordable
products,
Shunyata
Research
has done
it again.
Previously
found
only in
the
ultimate
Omega
power
cords,
the QR/BB™
module
takes a
wrecking
ball to
power
cord
performance
expectations.
The QR/BB™
module
possesses
the
ability
to act
as an
electric
charge
reservoir,
meaning
it
stores
and
releases
energy
in a
manner
that
improves
a
component’s
access
to
instantaneous
current.
Dynamics
are
actually
improved,
reducing
any
sense of
dynamic
strain
often
heard
from
amplifiers
that are
connected
with
lesser
power
cables.
The
sonic
result
is a
lifelike
presentation
of
timing
and
dynamic
contrasts
in sound
that
cannot
be
replicated
by ANY
other
means.
The
SIGMA-X
QR
creates
an
island
of pure
silence
when
used
with
reference
quality
amplifiers
and
source
components.
The QR/BB
technology
essentially
supercharges
the
component’s
power
supply
with
reserve
levels
of DTCD
energy.
For the
first
time,
this
remarkable
QR/BB
technology
is
available
at a
much
lower
price in
order to
reach
far
wider
audience.
— Patent
Number:
US
10,031,536
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Gen3
NR Perhaps no technology has
been more thoroughly
researched, measured and
third-party tested than
Shunyata Research’s power
line noise reduction
technology. Gen2 NR
technology, as used in the
Gamma and Theta power cord
lines, has been proven
effective in heart surgery
labs across the U.S. and
Europe. Countless iconic
recording engineers,
mastering studios and
musicians have provided
vivid accounts supporting
the efficacy of Shunyata
Research’s NR power cords.
The Gen-3 NR circuit, as
used in the ALPHA-X and
SIGMA-X power cords,
improves upon the sonic
performance of the Gen-2
circuit. Transient speed,
transparency and purity are
all significantly improved
along with an improvement in
micro-dynamics. The new NR
circuit is also more
compatible across a broader
spectrum of electronic
component types; including
preamplifiers and power
amplifiers. Even amplifiers
operating in pure Class A
will realize a significant
benefit when using our Gen3
NR equipped power cables.
(The ALPHA-X XC power cords
are now, primarily,
recommended for use with
power distributors.)
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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.
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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
OFE 101 |
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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.
Crystal clear transient
detail.
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Many audiophile grade
connectors are made from
brass or bronze. While some
may get a plating of silver,
gold or rhodium, the
majority of the current is
carried by the contact’s
base-metal. CopperCONN®
connectors contain pure
copper contacts which have a
much higher conductivity
than brass. The difference
in performance is clearly
audible.
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Specifications
- Conductors: VTX-Ag
Gauge:
- QR Model: 06
- XC Model: 04
- Construction: 1" tube
- Dielectric: Fluorocarbon
Noise Reduction:
- QR Model: > 6 dB @ 1 MHz
- XC Model: None
Tech:
- QR Model: QRBB 2x, NIC, TAPc
Polarizer 2x
- XC Model: TAPc Polarizer 2x
- AC Connector: CopperCONN™ (platinum
plated), Carbon-Fiber
- IEC Connector: CopperCONN™ (platinum
plated), Carbon-Fiber
- KPIP v2 Processing: 4-days
- Color: Gray flex (black optional)
Standard Length:
- QR Model: 2.0 meters
- XC Model: 1.75 meters
- Safety Assurance: Continuity and
polarity tests – by two technicians
HiPOT tests insulation
breakdown @ 4,500 VAC
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