

POWER CABLES
OMEGA-X QR - OMEGA-X XC - SIGMA-X QR - SIGMA-X NR - SIGMA-X XC - ALPHA-X NR - ALPHA-X XC - THETA NR - THETA XC - GAMMA NR - GAMMA XC
AN INTRODUCTION TO SHUNYATA’S MAINS CABLES TECHNOLOGY
Shunyata Research power cables feature QR, XC, and NR technologies, each tailored for specific audio needs:
QR: Enhances dynamics for high-powered amplifiers.
NR: Reduces noise for improved clarity across all electronics.
XC: Delivers high current for power conditioners or distributors.
Understanding these distinctions can help you choose the right cable to optimise your audio system's performance.
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Power cables featuring QR/BB™ technology, such as the Omega-X QR and Sigma-X QR, act as electric charge reservoirs. They store and release energy to enhance a component's access to instantaneous current, improving dynamics and reducing strain—particularly in high-powered amplifiers.
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NR cables incorporate multi-stage filter networks designed to measurably reduce power-line and component-generated noise. This results in improved clarity and purity of sound across all connected electronics, including amplifiers, sources, and line-level components.
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XC-designated cables are engineered to deliver unrestricted high currents, making them ideal for connecting power distributors or conditioners to wall outlets. They focus on continuous current delivery without incorporating noise reduction filters, ensuring that power-hungry components receive the necessary energy for optimal performance.
OMEGA-X SERIES
OMEGA-X QR
QR (Quick Release) Technology
OMEGA-X XC
XC (eXtra Current) Technology
SIGMA-X SERIES
SIGMA-X QR
QR (Quick Release) Technology
SIGMA-X NR
NR (Noise Reduction) Technology
SIGMA-X XC
XC (eXtra Current) Technology
ALPHA-X SERIES
ALPHA-X NR
NR (Noise Reduction) Technology
ALPHA-X XC
XC (eXtra Current) Technology
THETA SERIES
THETA NR
NR (Noise Reduction) Technology
THETA XC
XC (eXtra Current) Technology
GAMMA SERIES
GAMMA NR
NR (Noise Reduction) Technology
GAMMA XC
XC (eXtra Current) Technology