Shunyata Research Theta Phono Cable - 1m

Shunyata Research Theta Phono Cable - 1m

If you are looking to elevate your audio experience to the next level, the Shunyata Research Theta Phono Cable is a must-have. This product boasts innovative technology that has been used in top recording studios and even heart-surgery labs. With custom-designed components and conductors, this cable pushes the boundaries of signal resolution and delivers uncompromising performance.

One of the standout features of the Theta Series is the use of continuous-cast Ohno copper, which is known for its ultra-pure and single crystalline structure. This, combined with a fluorocarbon dielectric and custom-shielding elements, results in tight tolerances and precise placement of the shield. Additionally, the cables are conditioned for 4 days using Shunyata's advanced Kinetic Phase Inversion ProcessTM (KPIPv2TM), which refines conductor metals at a molecular level and significantly improves sonic performance.

The result? A cable that allows your system to express dynamic shifts in timing and frequency extension with effortless nuance. It creates a sense of coherence that brings everything into focus, without distortion or hard transients. Unlike common copper cables, the Theta Series delivers explosive dynamics and pitch-perfect frequency extension, regardless of cost. The larger gauge VTX™ conductors add weight, dimensionality, and a room-filling soundstage.

But it's not just about the sound. The Theta cables also feature advanced technology, such as Precision Matched Z (PMZ) concept and Ohno wire, which are usually only found in expensive audiophile cabling. Fluorocarbon dielectrics, typically used in the aerospace industry, further enhance the sonic qualities by reducing dynamic compression and improving low-level resolution and clarity.

And let's not forget about the KPIP v2™ processing, a proprietary technology that dramatically reduces burn-in time and provides a relaxed and lifelike presentation. This upgrade from the original KPIP process is equivalent to a component-level upgrade.

Advancing Technology

Theta Series signal and digital cable products feature continuous-cast Ohno copper. Ohno copper is an ultra-pure conductor drawn using heated molds that cast the wire into a singular crystalline structure. The Ohno conductors used in the Theta Series are then extruded with a fluorocarbon dielectric and custom-shielding elements using Shunyata Research's exclusive PMZ (Precision Matched Impedance) process. This extrusion method tightens the tolerances of the conductor surface, dielectric and the precision placement of the shield. To achieve these finely drawn tolerances, the extrusion and braiding machines must be run at one-quarter normal speed during the manufacturing process.

Theta speaker cables and power cords feature VTX™ (hollow core) and VTX-Ag™ (pure silver centre) conductors, both with an outer layer of ultra-pure OFE copper for enhanced performance. Finally, all Theta cables are conditioned for 4-days using Shunyata Research's advanced Kinetic Phase Inversion ProcessTM (KPIPv2TM), which conditions conductor metals at a molecular level. Theta Series cables are terminated with Shunyata's custom-designed connectors and cold-soldered terminals. These custom-designed attributes elevate Theta Series performance far beyond expectation, regardless of cost.

The Sound and Fury

Theta cables disappear, allowing the system to express sudden dynamic shifts in timing and frequency extension with effortlessness and nuance. A loom of Theta cables allows a complex system of electronics and speakers to speak with a single coherent voice.

Like their more affordable Gamma Series counterpart, Theta cables imbue the system with an unassailable sense of coherence, as if everything is in focus, without distortion or hard transients. There is an absence of perceived noise, allowing spectral and textural subtlety to come to the fore. Unlike common copper cables, Theta Series cables deliver explosive dynamics and pitch perfect frequency extension, even when compared to far more expensive cables. Theta's larger gauge VTX™ conductors add weight, dimensionality and an expansive, room-filling sound-stage.

Technology

Shunyata Research produces select cables using a ‌Precision Matched Z (‌‌PMZ) concept. This means that tolerances of the conductor surface, dielectric extrusion, and the precision of the braided shield are held to minute variances. To achieve these tight tolerances, the extrusion and braiding machines must be run at one-quarter speed during the manufacturing process. (Note: Z means impedance)

‌Ohno wire, also called ‌PCOCC was invented in 1986 by professor Atsumi ‌Ohno of the Chiba Institute of Technology in Japan. Copper wire is created by an extrusion process that pulls a rod of cold copper through a small orifice which creates multiple crystalline boundaries. By contrast, ‌‌Ohno wire is made by a process using heated molds that cast a wire to form a single crystalline structure. ‌‌Ohno wire is well known for its exceptionally pure, grain-free sonic qualities.

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.

KPIP v2™ Processing

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.

Specification

• Cable Type: Coaxial
• Conductors: OCC copper (Ohno Continuous Cast)
• Shield: Pure copper braided shield
• Dielectric: Fluorocarbon
• Connectors: Gold plated brass contacts, nickel mirror finish
• Gauge: 16
• Ground Cable: 10 gauge VTX Tech: PMZ
• KPIP v2 Processing: 4-days
• Standard Length: 1.00 meters
• Color: Black flex
• Safety Assurance:
  Continuity and polarity tests – by two technicians
  HiPOT tests insulation breakdown @ 1,200 VAC

About Shunyata Research

Founded in 1997 by Caelin Gabriel, Shunyata Research is a science and research-based company dedicated to enhancing the music listening experience. Gabriel's passion for improving his audio system led to the creation of Shunyata Research, which has since grown into an internationally acclaimed high-performance electrical and cabling system manufacturer. Shunyata Research empowers signal-critical electronic systems to achieve unprecedented performance levels, focusing on removing noise, optimising signal paths, and eliminating impedance. Shunyata Research's state-of-the-art manufacturing and design facility spans 18,000 square feet and is located just outside Seattle, in Washington State. The company offers a comprehensive range of products across various categories, including digital cables such as USB cables, audio cables, power cables, grounding products, and power distributors.

Shunyata Research's cable offerings encompass multiple ranges tailored to meet different performance needs. From the entry-level Venom range, the lineup progresses through the Delta, Alpha, and Sigma ranges and culminates in the top-tier Omega range. This comprehensive selection ensures customers can find the ideal cables to optimise their audio-visual systems. In addition to cables, Shunyata Research excels in power distribution solutions. The company offers power distributors in various tiers, including the entry-level Venom and Hydra models and the advanced Denali series. At the pinnacle of its range, Shunyata Research presents the Everest series, designed to deliver the ultimate power distribution performance.

Shunyata Research's commitment to innovation is evident through its intellectual properties, customised parts and materials, and substantial scientific research and measurement investments. This dedication sets their products apart, resulting in critical acclaim and endorsements from renowned recording studios, mastering engineers, hospitals, and medical professionals worldwide.

With over 10 patents and numerous additional patents pending, Caelin Gabriel's technical expertise and unorthodox insights have shaped Shunyata Research's unique approach to audio-visual solutions. Drawing from his background in philosophy, transcendental meditation, and the study of divergent thinkers, Gabriel brings a distinctive perspective to the company's endeavours.

Experience the transformative power of Shunyata Research's electrical and cabling systems at Future Shop. Whether you seek to optimise your audio-visual setup or require cutting-edge solutions for professional recording, film, or medical applications, Shunyata Research is dedicated to delivering unparalleled performance and unrivalled quality.