Turntables continue to sell in growing numbers, including also Bluetooth-enabled models (why?), unfortunately for companies such as Wireworld. But many more consumers who invest in decent quality platters are faced with the challenge to actually learn how to connect such things. After reading the manual, and assuming the turntable doesn't have cheap cables in the plastic bag that comes with the manual, they will tend to look out for options that somehow might improve the experience. And the four new turntable cables from Wireworld are just the latest ready-to-use solution that will fit all levels of willingness to spend.
The four cables differ in their conductor materials and RCA connectors, which vary considerably in cost. The conductors in the top-level Platinum Eclipse 8 are made of OCC-7N (Ohno Continuous Cast 99.99999% pure) solid silver and the patented plugs are made of carbon fiber with silver-clad contacts for the lowest possible noise. Silver Eclipse 8 has OCC-7N silver-clad copper conductors and Silver Tube RCA plugs. Eclipse 8 has OCC-7N copper conductors and Silver Tube RCA plugs. Solstice 8 has oxygen-free copper conductors and 24K gold plated plug contacts. Flexible ground wires with small gold spade lugs are included with all four cables. The cables are also physically flexible enough to avoid interfering with the isolation provided by suspended turntables.
"Great analog playback systems are prized for their lively organic portrayal of instruments and voices. However, some of those wonderful musical details and dynamics are lost as they pass through conventional tonearm cables," Wireworld states.
The Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based company developed key technologies for cables, which include the patented DNA Helix conductor geometry, which minimizes the electromagnetic ‘eddy current’ losses of conventional stranded and solid core designs. Wireworld also perfected the Composilex 3 insulation, which takes those improvements a step further by minimizing the triboelectric noise that would otherwise mask quiet musical details. Also, triboelectric noise tends to attract those house cats who enjoy chewing your precious cables, which explains why so many music enthusiasts need to replace cables often.
The new turntable cables are now available in standard lengths of 1m, 1.5m and 2m. Custom lengths are also available. Retail prices range from fair to "ouch" as follows:
Solstice 8 (SOR) $119/1m, $131/1.5m, $143/2m
Eclipse 8 (ERT) $420/1m, $480/1.5m, $540/2m
Silver Eclipse 8 (SRT) $540/1m, $660/1.5m, $780/2m
Platinum Eclipse 8 (PRT) $1200/1m, $1550/1.5m, $1900/2m
Of course, you can go crazy and spend much, much more for other cables, which do not benefit from the dedication of David Salz, which has been leading Wireworld Cable Technology since 1992, and already offers an extended range of professional and high end solutions including HDMI, USB, Ethernet, fiber optic, interconnect, power and speaker cables. All patented designs, using premium materials, and manufacturing quality.
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