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Atlas Hyper Achromatic 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable - Special Offer
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The latest generation Hyper Integra offers a sophisticated, evenly balanced sound which draws you into the musical performance.
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Atlas Hyper Achromatic 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable
Atlas Hyper Achromatic utilises an OCC (Ohno Continous Casting) high purity copper conductor with a PEF (Foamed Polyethylene) dielectric. This design and construction combine wide bandwidth with excellent resistance to RFI (Radio Frequency Interference), which can raise noise levels, resulting in a loss of low-level detail, in a poorly shielded cable.
The Atlas Hyper uses the newly designed Achromatic RCA plugs from Atlas which deliver a solder-free, low-mass, non-conductive body, self-cleaning, recyclable RCA plug.
The end result is a natural-sounding interconnect which achieves a large open soundstage and fine levels of resolution without any sense of exaggerated ‘detail’ which is superficially impressive but quickly fatiguing to listen to.
Features:
- Achromatic RCA Plugs
- OCC Conductors
- PEF Dielectric
- Co-ax Construction
Achromatic Plugs
Atlas’s expert electro-mechanical knowledge has led to the innovation of the next generation of RCA plugs. Known as the ‘Atlas Achromatic RCA plug’, Atlas has focused on improving both performance and appearance to create a higher performance starting point for their RCA cables as well as eliminating variability in performance. This has been achieved by refocusing on materials and the assembly processes.
Atlas has made 4 key changes with the Achromatic RCA plug. Firstly, the barrel of the Achromatic plug features a high stability ABS material. This is strong, stable and of superlative surface quality.
There is also an improvement to the Achromatic plug’s contact geometry, aiding the contact properties of the plug and the self-cleaning wiping action to ensure contacts are in optimal condition and to maximise signal transmission.
The third change Atlas made was around the rifling of the RCA pin. This improvement self-aligns the conductors during the cold weld processing, ensuring a superior stable connection.
Finally, there is a reduction in the overall mass of the RCA plug by 8% which has shown to improve signal transmission.
The above changes mean a solder-free, low mass, self-cleaning, recyclable RCA plug with a non-conductive body.
OCC Copper
The Ohno continuous casting method re-heats the extrusion as the molten copper is forced out of the mould and very slowly and gradually draws the grain or crystal down the conductor''s length, creating a ‘single crystal structure.’ Actually, because no copper is 100% pure, there will always be a few boundaries produced by impurities. The frequency of boundaries created are quite insignificant. A typical crystal in a copper conductor drawn to 0.3 mm diam. using the OCC process is 125.00 metres long! The benefits are obvious, with almost no crystal boundaries, the audio signal is no longer impeded down the copper wire and more information and detail is delivered faithfully to the receiving equipment. 
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Copper Purity Comparison (0.3mm Diameter) |
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| TPC | OFC | OCC | ||
| Purity | >99.9% | >99.99% | >99.999% | |
| Specific Gravity | 8.75 | 8.926 | 8.938 | |
| Gas Impurities (ppm) | ||||
| O2 | 200~500 | <10 | <5 | |
| H2 | <0.5 | <0.5 | <0.3 | |
| Average Crystal Size (Metre) | 0.007 | 0.02 | 125.00 | |
| Crystals Per Metre | 150 | 50 | 0.008 | |
PEF Dielectric
PVC (Poly Vinyl Chloride) is cheap to produce and, as such, is the most commonly used insulation in AV cables. However, PVC is the worst quality insulation a Hi-Fi or AV signal can encounter as its high loss causes a significant reduction in signal velocity. PVC is better suited to power cables and should be avoided in Hi-Fi and AV signal cables. Other dielectrics in common use are Polyethylene, Polypropylene and Polytetrafluoride Epoxy (better known as PTFE (Teflon™) or Teflon,) and the new and unique Atlas (PTFE). PEF (Foamed Polyethylene). The foaming process uses a blowing agent, of which there are two types. Atlas use the gas-foamed method which creates a more inert, consistent and higher quality product. The table below shows the properties of a selection of dielectrics. Though not used as a dielectric in Atlas' cables, PVC is included for comparison purposes.
| Dielectric Material Comparison (0.3mm Diameter) | |||||
| Property | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | Foamed Polyethylene (PEF) | Polypropylene (P.P) | Teflon (FEP or PTFE) | PTFE |
| Dielectric Constant (@ 50 -106Hz) | 4-8 | 2.3 | 2.25 | 2.1 | 1.3 |
| Dielectric Strength (kV mm-1) | 23-30 | 30-50 | 30-50 | 20-25 | N/A |
| Loss Tangent (% @ 50 - 106Hz) | 8-15 | 0.02-0.05 | 0.02-0.06 (@ 106Hz) | 0.02-0.07 | N/A |
| Volume Resistivity (Ohms.cm @ 20°C) | 1012-15 | >1017 | 6.5x1014 | >1016 | N/A |
| Tensile Strength (Kg mm-2) | 1.0-2.5 | 1.0-2.0 | 3.0-4.0 | 1.9-2.2 | 1.0 |
| Melting Point (°C) | -130 | 112-120 | 155-160 | 275 | 275 |
| Max. Continuous Operating Temp. (°C) | 60 | 75 | 90 | 200 | 260 |
| Min. Operating Temp. (°C) | -15 to -40 | <-60 | -5 to -45 | <-60 | -250 |
Co-ax construction
Central conductor (signal path) surrounded by dielectric material encased within a circular conducting screen which acts as the signal return path.
Specification :
- Construction: Coax
- Material: 6n OCC Copper
- Dielectric: PEF
- Screen: OFC 94.2% - 252 strands
- Capicitance: 71.54 pF/m
- Inductance: 0.542 µH/m
- Resistance: 0.0239 Ohms/m
- VOP: 0.682
- Outside Diameter: 9mm
- 5 Year Warranty
About Atlas Cables 
Atlas Cables are a major producer of interconnects and cables in the United Kingdom of Great Britain. All products are researched, developed and most are assembled in the Atlas purpose built factory in Scotland.
Many of these products are unique and use advanced techniques of production or manufacture in order to bring to the user the very finest quality products. With each new model we continue to push the boundaries of reliability and performance. It's little wonder then, that Atlas Cables have had so many mile-stone advances in the past and that Atlas Cables have secured so many awards in comparative tests against other products.
Specification :
- Construction: Coax
- Material: 6n OCC Copper
- Dielectric: PEF
- Screen: OFC 94.2% - 252 strands
- Capicitance: 71.54 pF/m
- Inductance: 0.542 µH/m
- Resistance: 0.0239 Ohms/m
- VOP: 0.682
- Outside Diameter: 9mm
- 5 Year Warranty
UK Delivery
1. We use Royal Mail 1st Class Services as a Standard Postage Option
Orders received before 4.30pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. Over 98% of our orders are usually delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2-3 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays . In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Futureshop.co.uk. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD or Interlink Express for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order Monday to Friday subject to stock availability. For International orders, we use FedEx Services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths or custom-made cables may be subject to longer delivery time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free UK delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at FutureShop.co.uk
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by UK Mail).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or Interlink Express next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or Interlink Express.
2. Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
For the Next Day Special Delivery service, orders must be received by futureshop.co.uk by 4.30pm weekdays. Orders after the 4.30pm deadline cannot be guaranteed for same day dispatch.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
3. Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are subject to 20% VAT. We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Untracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 10 working days.
- Royal Mail First Class International Tracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 7 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the EU are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you login or register.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Untracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days.
- Royal Mail First Class International Tracked Airmail - Items are usually delivered within 10-15 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets.
Enhance Your Experience: Free Cable Burn-In Service with Nordost VIDAR Machine
Please take note of the following details regarding our cable burn-in service:
- Cable Compatibility: We regret to inform you that we cannot burn-in cables with stripped bare ends or BFA plugs. In order for cables to undergo the burn-in process, they should be terminated or have connectors.
- Timing: Cables will be burnt in for the selected period after processing your order. For custom-length cables, the burn-in process will occur after they have been terminated by the manufacturer or our engineers unless specified otherwise in the product description.
- Availability: Future Shop provides our cable burn-in service free of charge, but its availability is at our discretion. While we strive to fulfil all burn-in requests for the specified time periods, please understand that during exceptionally busy periods, we may be unable to meet the demand due to limited connections on the Nordost Vidar cable conditioning machines.
The Nordost VIDAR cable burn-in machine integrates three key functions into one operation:
- Charge Neutralisation: It eliminates charges that accumulate around the cables and their insulation, ensuring a more balanced electrical environment.
- Deep Conditioning: The machine provides a wide band and deep conditioning process that affects the conductor core, resulting in changes to the signal transmission through the metal. This deep conditioning enhances the cable's performance.
- Ultrasonic Surface Conditioning: The VIDAR machine utilizes ultrasonic waves to condition the surface of the conductors, optimizing their contact and overall conductivity.
The VIDAR employs a proprietary combination of composite and complex signals to condition the cables. These signals comprise ultra-low and ultra-high frequencies, extending beyond the range of video frequencies. The signal moves back and forth along the cable, penetrating deep into the core with ultra-low frequencies and traversing the surface with ultra-high frequencies. This transmission method generates beat harmonics between the two complex waveforms, which permeate all layers of the cable. The circuitry of the VIDAR also drives electrons from the conductor into the insulation area, neutralizing electrical charges.
So, what does this all mean for you?
The ultimate outcome of conditioning cables with the Nordost VIDAR is improved sound staging, increased detail, and an overall more musical presentation in your audio system.
Now, you may wonder why cable burn-in is necessary. During cable manufacturing, gasses become trapped as insulation is applied over the conductors. Additionally, new cables often possess high electrical charges, resulting in a brittle and bright sound that lacks the desired detail and depth for music production.
When cables undergo burn-in, the trapped gasses are dissipated, and small impurities in the conductor metals begin to exhibit diode-like behaviour, favouring current flow in a specific direction.
Here are the physical effects of the burn-in process:
- Charge Neutralisation: The burn-in process neutralizes charges in the conductors and insulation, promoting a more balanced electrical environment.
- Wide Bandwidth Frequencies: The conditioning affects how signals pass through the metal, enabling a wider range of frequencies to penetrate all cable layers.
- Signal Transmission: The burn-in process establishes the directionality of the cable, optimizing signal transmission from one end to the other.
When cables are properly burnt in, you can expect the following audible changes in your audio system:
- Fuller and Natural Sound: Your system should be capable of producing a more immersive and realistic performance with a fuller and more natural sound.
- Increased Detail: You may notice enhanced details and nuances in the music, allowing you to perceive subtle elements that were previously hidden.
- Improved Soundstage: The dimensionality of your system's soundstage can be greatly improved, creating a more spacious and immersive listening experience.
At Future Shop, our goal is to maximise your satisfaction. That's why we offer a free burn-in service on all our cables before they arrive at your door, enabling you to sit back and enjoy the benefits of properly conditioned cables in your audio system.
READ MORE ABOUT THE NORDOST VIDAR CABLE TREATMENT
Customer Reviews
4.9 /5.0 of 6 Reviews
Great cable
Richard Griffith
31 Oct 2024
I am very pleased with this cable that I have running between my CDP and amp. It has a beautiful, natural, open sound with no harshness. However, it is quite a stiff cable.
Great service, as always, from Futureshop. Planning to get another for my Turntable.
Great service, as always, from Futureshop. Planning to get another for my Turntable.
very good cable
miki
27 Jul 2023
Verified Buyer
Very responsive team and very good service.
The cable is very good also. It didn't change the DNA of my system (does any cable do it?...), but the result is very good.
(My system: Lumin T2 streamer, Naim Supernait 2 amp, Harbeth 30.2 xd speakers).
The cable is very good also. It didn't change the DNA of my system (does any cable do it?...), but the result is very good.
(My system: Lumin T2 streamer, Naim Supernait 2 amp, Harbeth 30.2 xd speakers).
Natural yet dynamic sound
David Deeks
14 Mar 2022
Verified Buyer
I have been using Russ Andrews Crystal CU interconnects throughout my system for many years. Having recently replaced my Naim preamp with an Icon Audio passive one (another story!), the unscreened design of the Crystal CUs meant the need for a screened equivalent to get rid of the resulting hum caused by the connection between the Icon and my Musical Fidelity monoblocks.
These leads proved to be an excellent recommendation from Mark at Futureshop, retaining the natural yet dynamic sound of the Crystals whilst defeating the hum - and, incidentally, at around half the price of the current Crystal CU equivalent. The only downside in my setup is that they have been slightly problematical to install because they are quite stiff - otherwise, I'd have given five stars. Great burn-in service incidentally, meaning fully ready to use our of the box.
These leads proved to be an excellent recommendation from Mark at Futureshop, retaining the natural yet dynamic sound of the Crystals whilst defeating the hum - and, incidentally, at around half the price of the current Crystal CU equivalent. The only downside in my setup is that they have been slightly problematical to install because they are quite stiff - otherwise, I'd have given five stars. Great burn-in service incidentally, meaning fully ready to use our of the box.
Quality product and prompt service
Dan Lilley
8 Aug 2021
Verified Buyer
Not yet installed as I'm still waiting for the phono stage which this cable will link to the amp. However, the rest of my system uses Atlas Hyper interconnects and speaker cable, as they have natural, detailed sound with no obvious colouration that represents good value for money at this price point.
As always, prompt service, including the very useful burn-in facility, and helpful support from Mark at the service desk.
As always, prompt service, including the very useful burn-in facility, and helpful support from Mark at the service desk.
Superb performance without breaking the bank
Jeremy
19 May 2021
Verified Buyer
Bought as an upgrade to QED Performance 40i, and was looking for a 2m cable that is competitively priced.
Took a chance on this cable and was pleasantly surprised by the improvements in clarity and detail, space and especially timbre. Instruments sound more realistic in my mainly solid state system, and music is more enjoyable.
Kudos for the burn in service and fast delivery! Definitely recommended.
Took a chance on this cable and was pleasantly surprised by the improvements in clarity and detail, space and especially timbre. Instruments sound more realistic in my mainly solid state system, and music is more enjoyable.
Kudos for the burn in service and fast delivery! Definitely recommended.