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Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK Mains Power Cable
£200.00 As low as £100.00 £83.33
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Merlin Black Widow UK
Lifetime
New
24 hours
The Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK Mains Power Cable showcases an advanced design, reducing electromagnetic and radio frequency interference for superior performance. Inspired by the Tarantula MK6, it features 2.5 mm^2 high-purity copper conductors, coated with a premium PE, surpassing conventional PVC. Additional features include an anti-electrostatic earth conductor, natural cotton fillers for noise reduction, and a protective external jacket that combats electrostatic energy. Best suited for substantial equipment like amplifiers and mains conditioners due to its robust construction.
Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK Mains Power Cable
This latest iteration of Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK Mains Power Cable prominently stands out with its innovative design to reduce electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, ensuring enhanced performance compared to its predecessors.
The Black Widow advances its design dynamics by drawing inspiration from the acclaimed Tarantula MK6. Key features include the 2.5 mm2 twisted high-purity copper main conductors, ensuring efficient current management. These conductors are coated with a premium-grade PE, which boasts a superior dielectric constant compared to the conventional PVC found in many power cables. The distinctive earth conductor harnesses a uni-lay construction, accompanied by a CCST conductive carbon screen and a cross-linked PE jacket infused with remarkable anti-electrostatic properties.
Delving deeper, the Black Widow employs natural cotton fillers and a specialised wrap to further mitigate microphonic noise. It also incorporates a double-thickness CCST conductive carbon screen with a drain wire for added shielding. The external jacket of the cable is no less remarkable. It integrates a proprietary compound, which aids in neutralising electrostatic energy within the cable, consequently reducing its accumulation in the entire system. Due to its robust construction and low-gauge conductors, and extensive shielding, it's best paired with heavier components such as mains conditioners, amplifiers, active speakers and other substantial equipment.
Merlin Black Widow v Merlin Tarantula MK6 power cable
The Merlin Black Widow is distinct from the Merlin Tarantula MK6 because it offers additional shielding through its double-thickness CCST carbon screen and an innovative compound designed to actively neutralise electrostatic energy, enhancing overall performance.
Contact Enhancer Option:
Future Shop suggests the DeoxIT Gold G-Series contact enhancer for an unparalleled connection. DeoxIT Gold offers a conditioning solution that heightens conductivity while delivering enduring protection on various metals when applied to your cable's plug contacts. Some of its advantages encompass:
- Elevated Conductivity
- Preserved Signal Quality
- Diminished Wear & Abrasion
- Prevention of Corrosion
- An Anti-Tarnishing Protective Layer
- Stabilisation of Metal Connections
- Minimised Arcing, RFI, and Sporadic Connections
Opt for this from the ‘Contact Enhancer’ menu, and our adept engineers will prep your cable connectors with the solution before dispatch.
Specification Options
- Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK - Fig8 Mains Cable
- Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK - IEC 10 Mains Cable
- This cable, while sturdy, remains flexible thanks to its rubberised polymer jacket.
Please note: Due to its sturdy construction with low-gauge conductors and comprehensive shielding, this cable is best suited for mains conditioners, amplifiers, active speakers, and other heavy equipment, as it might elevate lighter HiFi components.
About Merlin Cables 
Established in the early 2000s, Merlin Cables emerged with a singular mission: to deliver consistent, outstanding performance at an exceptional value. Guided by a distinct design philosophy, Merlin endeavours to minimise system noise, preserving the integrity of the original signal and allowing any audio system to shine at its optimum capacity.
Every product under the Merlin Cables banner embodies this philosophy. They universally employ high-purity copper as the conductor material, ensuring that as one navigates up the range, the performance characteristics remain consistent, only elevating in quality at each tier.
In an age where ambient noise is omnipresent and often compromises system performance, Merlin Cables stand out. Their designs deftly integrate superior materials, from high-purity copper to cross-linked polymer dielectrics and even custom noise-reducing compounds intrinsic to the materials. This harmonious blend minimises the detrimental impact of external noise on any system.
At Merlin, the pursuit of perfection is ceaseless. Despite receiving accolades and being hailed as best in class by independent reviewers, the drive to push the performance envelope remains unabated. However, change is never arbitrary. Modifications are only introduced when they offer tangible performance enhancements.
In conclusion, Merlin Cables isn’t just a brand; it’s a promise. A promise of custom-made cables, designed to exacting specifications, always pushing boundaries while staying rooted in its foundational principles of exceptional quality and value.
Specification
- Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK - Fig8 Mains Cable
- Merlin Black Widow MK6 UK - IEC 10 Mains Cable
- Flexible it is encased in a rubberised polymer jacket
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.
Customer Reviews
4.5 /5.0 of 6 Reviews
Black Widow mains cable custom 5m length
Rich
22 May 2021
Verified Buyer
I use this to power my Isol-8 mains conditioner so to give it the best chance possible and I also have one on my amplifier.
Fantastic cable and a slight improvement over my other Tarantula iterations. THIS CABLE DONT BEND EASY. Tarantula much more bend friendly.
Very pleased with the cables performance. 5 stars
Fantastic cable and a slight improvement over my other Tarantula iterations. THIS CABLE DONT BEND EASY. Tarantula much more bend friendly.
Very pleased with the cables performance. 5 stars
Black widow main cable
Dale
20 Jan 2021
Verified Buyer
Very happy with quality of cable very well made , still running in so sound is improving ( was a bit harsh to start with ) cable is a bit hard to bend.
Staff at FutureShop were incredible, very helpful and knowledgeable and give me great advice and time when I phone them. I would not go anywhere else now plus delivery is spot on as well. Thank you
Staff at FutureShop were incredible, very helpful and knowledgeable and give me great advice and time when I phone them. I would not go anywhere else now plus delivery is spot on as well. Thank you
Very stiff cable
Gavin
4 Sep 2019
Verified Buyer
I have the 2018, and now the 2019 versions of this mains cable. The 2018 cable came with a nice thick black sleeve, which although comparatively thicker than the 2019 model, was more malleable. The 2019 version comes in a rubbery plasticky sleeve which, although overall smaller in caliber, makes the cable extremely stiff and hard to position. You definitely need a larger space behind your components. Wish they would have kept to the 2018 sleeve, which in my opinion, is much nicer aesthetic wise too.
Excellent!
Xiaotian
18 Jul 2018
Verified Buyer
Excellent!. I purchased 2 ot this to replace the main power cable of my cd player and amplifier, together with Tarantula main block. The improvement is obvious, the sound is simply cleaner, the toner clearer, and the positioning of instruments is much better. Highly recommended. The cable is very thick and not easy to bend, you should leave some space behind your components to use this cable.