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An excellent review of a great product
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An excellent review of a great product
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3/1/2022
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Manufacturer details
Features
Specifications
- Conductors: 4 high purity S10 monochrystal conductors
- Contacts: Plasma gold-plated monocrystal silver XLR and RCA contacts
- Features: Balanced grounding, Zero Crossing Distortion, Superior shielding switch with directional grounding options
Description
Perhaps the most challenging cable to realize another breakthrough in musical performance, was the interconnect cable.
⋆ 4 high purity S10 monochrystal conductors for lowest distortion
⋆ Balanced grounding and Zero Crossing Distortion
⋆ Plasma gold-plated monochrystal silver XLR and RCA contacts
MASTERING ALL DISTORTION EFFECTS
Perhaps the most challenging cable to realize another breakthrough in musical performance, was the interconnect cable. It's new technology is the result of many scientific findings, the most important being:
1. The solid S10 monocrystal silver conductors are now constructed following the new Balanced ground principle, for both XLR and RCA cables, further lowering the low noise floor.
1. MFD (Magnetic field distortions) related to the composition of conducting materials and insulators are also reduced further due to the new construction.
1. Reduction of CSD (Current shielding distortion) effects, for less interference with the natural audio signal.
1. Jitter reduction improves the Zero Crossing Distortion, greatly influencing the audible recognition of voices and instruments.
Just as important are the connectors, where the ultimate transfer of signal takes place. That is why all contacts are S10 monocrystal silver pins, gold-plated through a special direct plasma-plating process to further enhance sound quality. The clamping mechanism on the RCA connector is improved to avoid the risk of Eddy currents.
Lastly, Master Crown's Superior shielding switch allowing yo...
⋆ Balanced grounding and Zero Crossing Distortion
⋆ Plasma gold-plated monochrystal silver XLR and RCA contacts
MASTERING ALL DISTORTION EFFECTS
Perhaps the most challenging cable to realize another breakthrough in musical performance, was the interconnect cable. It's new technology is the result of many scientific findings, the most important being:
1. The solid S10 monocrystal silver conductors are now constructed following the new Balanced ground principle, for both XLR and RCA cables, further lowering the low noise floor.
1. MFD (Magnetic field distortions) related to the composition of conducting materials and insulators are also reduced further due to the new construction.
1. Reduction of CSD (Current shielding distortion) effects, for less interference with the natural audio signal.
1. Jitter reduction improves the Zero Crossing Distortion, greatly influencing the audible recognition of voices and instruments.
Just as important are the connectors, where the ultimate transfer of signal takes place. That is why all contacts are S10 monocrystal silver pins, gold-plated through a special direct plasma-plating process to further enhance sound quality. The clamping mechanism on the RCA connector is improved to avoid the risk of Eddy currents.
Lastly, Master Crown's Superior shielding switch allowing yo...
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Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
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Explorer Series
- Positioning: The entry-level offering, designed to provide high-quality sound at an accessible price point.
- Description: Uses ultra-high purity 6N monocrystal copper conductors. Unlike the higher-end Classic Legend Series, which uses silver-gold conductors, focuses on affordability while maintaining excellent electrical noise suppression.
Classic Legend Series
- Positioning: A mid-range offering that builds on the success of the Classic Anniversary series, providing significant technological advancements.
- Description: Features G9 silver-gold conductors and a 3-layer insulation system.
Ruby Crown
- Positioning: Commemorates Siltech's 40th anniversary, offering a dedicated all-analog cable range with advanced metallurgy.
- Description: Uses the latest S10 monocrystal silver conductors. This series is a step up from the Classic Legend Series, offering higher-grade connectors and a unique 3- or 4-core design.
Royal Crown Series
- Positioning: A high-end offering that delivers performance close to Siltech's flagship Royal Triple Crown.
- Description: Features a new Hexagon construction and S10 monocrystal silver conductors, offering low inductance and capacitance. It surpasses the Ruby Crown Series with its advanced construction and dual-layer insulation.
Master Crown
- Positioning: The latest flagship, surpassing all previous models in performance and musicality.
- Description: Represents the pinnacle of audio technology, offering exceptional performance across all parameters. It is superior to the Royal Triple Crown with its advanced simulations and sensitive measurements.
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$40,001-$75,000
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Brand Popularity
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Products Listed
49
Founding Year
1983
Our take on the brand
Siltech is a hifi cable brand known for their unique silver-gold alloys (G7 and G9) that fill gaps in silver conductors to reduce distortion and improve micro-conductivity. Their cables use specialized materials like Kapton and PEEK to minimize electrical interference, and feature extensive shielding techniques, resulting in a distinctive sound signature that combines rich bass with smooth treble.
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