Audioquest Chicago RCA 1m

Audioquest Chicago RCA Modulation Cable

In the vast and complex world of audio equipment, the quality of modulation cables should never be underestimated. The Audioquest Chicago RCA modulation cable stands out not only for its meticulous construction but also for its unique features that make it an essential choice for discerning audiophiles.

Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation System (NDS)

100% shield coverage is easy. However, to prevent RF interference from modulating the equipment’s reference ground, AQ’s Noise-Dissipation System is crucial. The NDS is key to preventing a significant amount of radio frequency interference from reaching the equipment’s ground plane, ensuring clean, interference-free audio transmission.

Double-Balanced Geometry: For Optimal Sound Quality

One of the distinctive features of the Audioquest Chicago RCA modulation cable is its double-balanced geometry. Two ideal audio conductors are separated from the cable’s shield, preventing the shield from being used as an audio conduit. This design ensures optimized sound quality by grounding the shield on only one side, minimizing modulation of the system’s ground plane.

Foamed Polyethylene Insulation: Reducing Loss and Distortion

Every detail matters when it comes to sound quality. That’s why the Forest HDMI cable incorporates foamed polyethylene insulation on both conductors. This material is chosen for its ability to minimize energy loss and distortion. The air in the foamed polyethylene limits energy absorption, while polyethylene itself is known for its low loss and reduced distortion profile. As a result, the cable jacket produces much less smearing effect compared to other materials.

Cold-Welded Gold-Plated Connectors

The connector configuration of the Audioquest Chicago RCA modulation cable is thoughtfully designed down to the smallest detail. The gold-plated connectors are specially engineered to ensure solder-free contact, avoiding a common source of distortion. Additionally, the stamped, rather than machined, ground collars allow for choosing a metal for its low distortion effect rather than its machinability.

Solid Long-Grain Copper (LGC) Conductors

The solid long-grain copper conductors of the Audioquest Chicago RCA modulation cable represent another key element of its design. These conductors eliminate strand interaction distortion, ensuring clear, consistent sound. Compared to traditional Oxygen-Free High-Conductivity (OFHC) copper, the solid long-grain copper in the Audioquest Chicago cable offers significantly better performance. With fewer oxides, impurities, and grain boundaries, long-grain copper undeniably delivers optimal sound quality.

Technical Specifications

Construction

• Solid long-grain copper (LGC) conductors
• Double-balanced geometry
• Noise-Dissipation System with metal layer (NDS)
• Polyethylene insulation

Connectivity

• Gold-plated connectors with cold-welded soldering

Physical Specifications

• Sheath: black and green braid, and black, green polyvinyl chloride (PVC) CL3/FT4 from 3 m
• Length: 1 m