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SIGMA-X POWER CABLES
Reference Series power cord family with QR, NR, and XC variants for components or Shunyata power distributors.
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SIGMA-X POWER CABLES
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SIGMA-X uses 6-gauge VTX-Ag conductors, fluorocarbon dielectric material, CopperCONN carbon-fiber connectors, TAPc polarizers, and four days of KPIP v2 processing. The QR and NR versions add Gen3 NR noise reduction for electronics, while the XC version is the wall-connection option for Shunyata power distributors.
Specifications
| Gen3 NR | Gen3 NR Perhaps no technology has been more thoroughly researched, measured and third-party tested than Shunyata Research’s power line noise reduction technology. Gen2 NR technology, as used in the Gamma and Theta power cord lines, has been proven effective in heart surgery labs across the U.S. and Europe. Countless iconic recording engineers, mastering studios and musicians have provided vivid accounts supporting the efficacy of Shunyata Research’s NR power cords. |
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| KPIP v2 Processing | Shunyata Research’s proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Process includes four days of continuous KPIP v2™ processing which refines conductor metals at the atomic 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. | 4-days |
| SIGMA-X QR | The SIGMA-X QR edition is the highest performing SIGMA-X model. It includes patented QR/BB technology descended from the ultimate OMEGA QR along with Gen3 NR noise reduction technology. It is particularly suited to use with high powered amplifiers but can be used for source and digital equipment when only the highest levels of performance are demanded. |
| SIGMA-X NR | The SIGMA-X NR delivers reference-grade performance and noise reduction on any and all electronics. Whether on amplifiers, sources or line-level components the SIGMA-X NR offers a massive component-upgrade level of performance. |
| SIGMA-X XC | SIGMA-X XC was designed specifically for use as a wall-connection power cord for use with Shunyata Research power distributors. Due to the extensive levels of filtering in Shunyata Research designed power distributors, NR filters are not needed at the wall connection. For use with other manufacturers power conditioners, the NR models will likely provide a performance benefit. |
| Bringing it Home | Have you ever watched a film that was so engrossing and captivating; the performances so real that you forgot you were watching a movie? That would be an apt description of the SIGMA-X power cord’s impact on sound, recording and imaging. There is an immediacy to sound, an immersive rendering of recorded detail that makes it easy to focus on the music and to forget about the recording chain. |
| OFE Alloy 101 | Shunyata Research uses only the highest purity of copper available for the production of its wire products. or C10100 is the highest grade of copper with a minimum 99.99% purity and a conductivity rating of 101% IACS. OFE stands for oxygen-free electrolytic and supersedes the term OFHC (oxygen-free high conductivity). C10100 is the only grade of copper that comes with a written certification of purity. Certified by ASTM F68 C10100. |
| Fluorocarbon dielectrics | 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. |
| CopperCONN® | Many audiophile grade connectors are made from brass or bronze. While some may get a plating of silver, gold or rhodium, the majority of the current is carried by the contact’s base-metal. connectors contain pure copper contacts which have a much higher conductivity than brass. The difference in performance is clearly audible. |
| Conductors | VTX-Ag |
| Gauge | 06 |
| Construction | Construction: 1″ tube |
| Dielectric | Fluorocarbon |
| Noise Reduction | QR Model: > 6 dB @ 1 MHz NR Model: > 6 dB @ 1 MHz XC Model: None |
| Tech | Tech: QR Model: QRBB, NIC, TAPc Polarizer 2x NR Model: TAPc Polarizer 2x XC Model: TAPc Polarizer 2x |
| AC Connector | CopperCONN™ Carbon-Fiber |
| IEC Connector | CopperCONN™ Carbon-Fiber |
| Color | Black flex |
| Standard Length | 1.75 meters |
| Safety Assurance | Safety Assurance: Continuity and polarity tests – by two technicians HiPOT tests insulation breakdown @ 4,500 VAC |