Shunyata Research Gamma SPDIF Digital Audio Cable - 1m

Shunyata Research Gamma SPDIF Digital Audio Cable - 1m

The Shunyata Research Gamma SPDIF Digital Audio Cable embodies a new standard in cable technology, drawing on 25 years of Shunyata Research's scientific advancements. Crafted with single-crystal, continuous cast Ohno copper and the exclusive Precision Matched Impedance (PMZ) process, these cables ensure unparalleled signal integrity. The Gamma Series cables deliver a coherent sound, balancing textural nuances and dynamic expression with remarkable precision and clarity. With innovative technologies like Ohno wire and Fluorocarbon Dielectrics, alongside the proprietary KPIP v2™ Processing, these cables promise crystal-clear transient detail and lifelike sonic reproduction.

In essence, the Gamma SPDIF Digital Audio Cable transcends conventional expectations, demanding attention even when compared to cables two to three times its cost, making it an essential investment for audiophiles seeking uncompromising performance.

Driven by Science

Gamma signal and digital cables are made with the finest conductors available. Single-crystal, continuous cast Ohno copper is an ultra-pure conductor normally found in far more expensive cables. Ohno conductors are extruded using Shunyata Research's exclusive PMZ (Precision Matched Impedance) process. This extrusion method tightens the tolerances of the conductor surfaces, dielectric extrusions, and the precision of the braided shield. All are held to minute tolerances. The extrusion and braiding machines must be run at one-quarter speed during the manufacturing process. Finally, all Gamma cables are conditioned for 4 days using advanced Kinetic Phase Inversion Process (KPIP v2™).

Purity In Tone. Dynamic By Nature.

If choosing a single word to encapsulate the sound of a Gamma Series cable system, it would be coherence. Every aspect of Gamma cable system performance simply flows with the ease and clarity of a single voice. Textural and tonal nuance is balanced perfectly against Gamma's explosive, dynamic nature. Gamma cable systems never sound forward, bright, aggressive or edgy. However, what truly separates Gamma cables from all others, regardless of cost, is their self-effacing alacrity, timing accuracy, dynamic punch and frequency extension. Most pure-copper cables, even expensive models, may sound warm, rich, and full bodied at the expense of accurate timing, dynamics and frequency extension. Gamma cables sound very natural, but are surprisingly agile, athletic and entirely unforced with regard to expressing frequency extension, timing, weight and authority in the low octaves. Gamma cables do all of this without calling attention to themselves, allowing the purity of the sound to take centre 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: SPC braided shield
• Dielectric: Fluorocarbon
• Connectors: Gold plated brass contacts, nickel mirror finish
• Characteristic Impedance: 75 ohm
• Gauge: 18 Tech: PMZ
• KPIP v2 Processing: 4-days
• Standard Length: 1.00 meters
• Color: Charcoal 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.