Shunyata Research
Shunyata Research
Shunyata Research is the brainchild of Caelin Gabriel, who's efforts to improve his own music listening experience launched the science and research based company in 1997. From humble beginnings, Shunyata Research has grown into an internationally acclaimed company which designs and manufactures high performance electrical and cabling systems for recording, film, medical, surgical and consumer audio-visual systems world-wide. Shunyata Research's 18,000 square foot manufacturing and design facility is based just outside Seattle, in Washington State.
- VIEWShunyata Research Venom UK6 Power Distribution BlockItem Code: Shunyata Research Venom UK6The Venom UK6 is a power distributor by Shunyata Research optimised for high-end home entertainment systems, whether they are HiFi or AV. Unlike some other conditioners, the Venom UK6 takes into account not just the noise from the mains, but the noise generated by the components connected to the conditioner which can be reflected back to other hardware by totally isolation each component from the others. This product also features large copper alloy contacts and premium copper conductors to ensure that the materials in the distributor itself match the quality of your other cables.
- VIEWShunyata Research Hydra Delta D6 Power DistributorItem Code: Shunyata Hydra Delta D6
The Hydra Delta D6 by Shunyata Research is the first level of their Performance line of power distributors/conditioners, and benefits from many of the patented technologies present in their higher end versions. Shunyata's patented NIC™ technology employs a non-reactive ferroelectric substance to absorb high-frequency noise, and features custom-built Hubbell bronze-copper alloy outlets and a combination of 8 and 10 gauge copper wiring to ensure optimal current transfer.
- VIEWShunyata Research Venom V10 XC Mains Power Cable - 1.75mItem Code: Shunyata Research Venom V10 XCThe Venom V10 XC by Shunyata Research is much the same as the V10 NR, except that it is constructed specifically for use with power conditioners. Like the NR consisting of low gauge (wide) OFE copper conductors and fluorocarbon dielectrics, the Venom also benefits from filter circuits that significantly reduce noise from your power supply. Shunyata Research power cables are so effective and reliable that they are trusted for scientific applications like medical imaging and heart surgery labs, making this not just an audiophile, but a medical-grade range!
- VIEWShunyata Research Venom V10 NR Power Cable - 1.75mItem Code: Venom V10 NRThe Venom V10 NR power cable is Shunyata may be the entry-level offering in their range of mains cables, but it is still brimming with superior technology. Consisting of low gauge (wide) OFE copper conductors and fluorocarbon dielectrics, the Venom also benefits from filter circuits that significantly reduce noise from your power supply. Shunyata Research power cables are so effective and reliable that they are trusted for scientific applications like medical imaging and heart surgery labs, making this not just an audiophile, but a medical-grade range!
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 Speaker Cable PairItem Code: Shunyata Delta v2 Speaker
The Delta v2 Speaker Cable by Shunyata Research is packed full of proprietary technology. It features VTX-Ag conductors, which benefit from a central pure silver conductor surrounded by a ring of hollow copper conductors- this revolutionary arrangement means that this cable is truly able to deliver the desirable qualities of both materials without suffering from any of the negatives that could be associated with silver-plated copper conductors.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 2 XLR to 2 XLR Audio Cable Pair - 1mItem Code: Shunyata Delta v2 XLRThe Delta v2 XLR cable by Shunyata Research benefits from a range of proprietary technology: TRON insulation, fluorocarbon dielectrics and hollow VTX conductors drawn from single crystal of copper (Ohno), resulting in transparency and clarity of sound. Like all other Shunyata cables, the Delta v2 XLR undergoes 4 whole days of KPIP process, eliminating the need for burn-in. If your equipment offers you the option of XLR or RCA, we would always recommend the XLR option as it has a capacity of 110 ohms compared to just 75 for RCA.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair - 1mItem Code: Shunyata Delta v2 RCAFeaturing the highest-quality single-crystal copper extruded using the Ohno method, Shunyata Research's innovative proprietary hollow VTX conductor geometry, and the patented TRON insulation technology, the Delta v2 RCA cables are capable of carrying signal with minimal distortion to deliver a clean and natural sound.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 Phono Cable - 1mItem Code: Shunyata Delta v2 Phono
The Delta v2 Phono Cable contains all the features of the excellent RCA cable- hollow VTX conductors made from Ohno single-crystal wire and TRON insulation, but also comes with a separate Delta v2 CGC grounding cable to eliminate ground loop 'humming'. As always, this cable undergoes 4 days of Shunyata Research's proprietary KPIP process to drastically reduce burn-in time.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta Ethernet Cable - 1.5mItem Code: Delta Ethernet
The Delta Ethernet cable by Shunyata Research represents a step up in performance from the Venom, featuring Telegartner connectors which are widely considered to be the industry-leading component. All Shunyata Research cables benefit from their Kinetic Phase Inversion Processing, which they consider to be superior to the regular burn-in process.
- VIEWShunyata Research Venom Ethernet Cable - 1.5mItem Code: Venom EthernetThe Venom Ethernet cable is Shunyata Research's entry-level ethernet offering, but that does not mean it lacks in superior technology or performance. Featuring Belden RJ45 connectors, selected for their modular design and ease of replacement in case of damage, the Venom Ethernet is composed of high-quality silver-plated OF copper conductors. All Shunyata Research cables benefit from their proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Processing which eliminates the need for cryogenic or burn-in treatments, meaning that all of their cables perform optimally right out of the box.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta USB Type A to USB Type B Cable - 1.5mItem Code: Delta USBThe Delta USB cable by Shunyata Research is their entry-level USB offering featuring silver-plated copper braided shields to withstand RFI and EMI as well as their proprietary ArNi® silver-plated OF copper conductors. All Shunyata Research cables undergo their Kinetic Phase Inversion which means that their cables do not require lengthy burn-ins- they are ready to perform to reference level straight out of the box.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 AES/EBU Digital Audio CableItem Code: Shunyata Delta v2 AES/EBUThe Delta v2 AES/EBU is intentionally crafted to transparently carry digital signals- benefitting from Shunyata Research's proprietary VTX hollow conductors and a fluorocarbon dielectric, this cable also has an XLR connector that has been specifically designed to precisely match the impedance of the conductors at 110 ohms to ensure a seamless connection.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 S/PDIF Digital Audio CableItem Code: Shunyata Delta v2 S/PDIFThe Delta v2 S/PDIF benefits from Shunyata Research's meticulous attention to detail when building digital cables. This includes the geometry of the conductors, which is specifically designed for digital signals, as well as the connectors themselves which have an impedance that is exactly matched to that of the conductors- in this case 75 ohms- to minimise signal reflections, jitter and phase distortion. As always with Shunyata Research cables all Delta v2 S/PDIFs have undergone four continuous days of KPIP processing, eliminating the need for burn-in processes.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 Clock-75Item Code: Shunyata Delta v2 Clock-75The Delta v2 Clock-75 is a 75 ohm cable with a precision-matched 75 ohm connector, designed for DACs or streamers with an external clock input. Using an external clock with a DAC or streamer ensures total precision for digital music, eliminating smear and distortion caused by small errors in timing.
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 Clock-50Item Code: Shunyata Research Delta v2 Clock-50The Delta v2 Clock-50 is a 50 ohm cable with a precision-matched 50 ohm connector, designed for DACs or streamers with an external clock input. Using an external clock with a DAC or streamer ensures total precision for digital music, eliminating smear and distortion caused by small errors in timing.
- VIEWShunyata Research DarkField Mini Cable ElevatorItem Code: Shunyata DarkField MiniThe DarkField mini cable elevators by Shunyata Research are designed to isolate cables from one another- it is particularly important to keep power cables and signal cables apart if possible in order to minimise static and noise causing humming, and can be used to great effect in conjunction with the DF-SS cable elevators.
- VIEWShunyata Research DF-SS Cable ElevatorItem Code: Shunyata DF-SSThe DF-SS cable elevators by Shunyata Research incorporate a special material to neutralise static-fields and two forms of vibration isolation to protect cables from a hum that can be caused by laying them on the floor. The first form is the 'suspension bridge' that is made from a polymer band, and the second is a granular compound that fills the base- both of these materials dissipate vibrations to prevent subtle signal distortions.
- VIEWShunyata Research SSF Stainless Steel FeetItem Code: Shunyata SSFThe SSF Stainless Steel feet by Shunyata Research are designed to isolate their power distributors without needing to place them on a dedicated HiFi rack or platform. They come in two sizes- SSF-38, which are recommended for the Venom Line power distributors, and the SSF-50 which are recommended for the Performance Line (Hydra Delta D6 and above).
- VIEWShunyata Research Delta v2 Links / Jumper Cables - Pack of 4Item Code: Shunyata Delta v2 JumperThe Delta v2 Speaker Cable by Shunyata Research is packed full of proprietary technology, and the links/jumper cables are made from the same wire. They feature VTX-Ag conductors, which benefit from a central pure silver conductor surrounded by a ring of hollow copper conductors- this revolutionary arrangement means that this cable is truly able to deliver the desirable qualities of both materials without suffering from any of the negatives that could be associated with silver-plated copper conductors.