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The Clarus Aqua power cable represents a significant advancement in the field of high-end audio. Designed for demanding audiophiles, this cable combines cutting-edge technologies with meticulous craftsmanship. It promises to noticeably enhance the sound quality of your system by providing pure and stable electrical power to your audio components.

Advanced Technology and Materials

At the heart of the Aqua cable is PCCC (Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Casting) copper, renowned for its exceptional purity and optimal conductivity. This unique manufacturing process produces long sections of monocrystalline copper, thereby reducing impurities and structural discontinuities. The result? A more faithful electrical signal transmission with fewer distortions.

The dielectric, a crucial yet often overlooked element, has received special attention. Clarus has developed a specific formula capable of effectively damping vibrations induced by alternating current. This innovation helps reduce background noise and preserve the integrity of the audio signal.

Innovative Multi-Conductor Design

One of the most remarkable features of the Aqua cable is its multi-conductor design. Clarus has taken an unconventional approach by using three distinct types of conductors, each optimized for a specific frequency range:

• A solid core for low frequencies, ensuring a stable and powerful sound foundation
• A flat conductor for mid frequencies, promoting natural and detailed reproduction of voices and instruments
• A twisted multi-strand ribbon wire for high frequencies, enabling precise and airy reproduction of treble

This unique configuration allows the Aqua cable to optimally handle the entire audio spectrum, contributing to a coherent and balanced soundstage.

Advanced Shielding System

Electromagnetic interference and radio frequency noise are the sworn enemies of any quality audio system. To combat these, Clarus has equipped the Aqua cable with a triple-layer shielding system. This multi-layer protection acts as a shield, effectively isolating the electrical signal from external disturbances.

The shielding consists of an aluminum foil, a silver-plated copper braid covering 90% of the surface, and an additional layer whose exact composition remains a closely guarded secret by Clarus. This comprehensive approach ensures a drastic reduction in background noise and interference, allowing audio components to operate under optimal conditions.

High-Performance Proprietary Connectors

Connectors, often considered the weak link in cables, have received special attention. Clarus has developed proprietary connectors using pure C1100 copper, known for its excellent electrical and thermal conductivity properties. To prevent oxidation and maintain optimal performance over time, these connectors are gold-plated.

On the device side, the IEC C15 connector features a high-performance retention system, a Clarus innovation. A raised collar ensures a firm grip in the socket, eliminating the risk of accidental disconnection. This seemingly minor detail can make all the difference in a high-end audio system where power stability is crucial.

The connector housing also deserves attention. Machined from polyethylene (POM), a material with excellent mechanical and damping properties, it is covered with a multi-layer shield made of brass and carbon fiber. This sophisticated construction provides additional protection against interference, down to the smallest details of the cable.

Sound Benefits

Using the Clarus Aqua cable results in tangible sound improvements. Users report a significant increase in sound clarity and transparency. The bass gains definition and impact, while the mids reveal more nuances and textures. The treble, in turn, benefits from greater extension and smoothness.

The soundstage expands and gains depth, allowing for better localization of instruments. The system’s dynamics are also improved, with faster transients and more pronounced contrasts between soft and loud passages.

But perhaps the most notable benefit is the reduction in background noise. By providing cleaner and more stable power, the Aqua cable allows audio components to operate under optimal conditions, revealing details previously masked by electrical noise.

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Technical Specifications

Construction

• High-quality PCOCC (Pure Copper Ohno Continuous Casting) copper
• Multi-gauge design with three individually insulated conductors:
  • Solid core for low frequencies
  • Flat conductor for mid frequencies
  • Twisted multi-strand ribbon wire for high frequencies

Protection and Insulation

• Triple shielding to reduce RF and EMI interference
• Specially formulated dielectric to dampen AC vibrational noise
• Designed to support a low-frequency AC signal of 50 / 60 Hz

Connectors

• Type E (wall socket side)
• IEC C15 (device side) with high-performance retention system
• C1100 pure copper contacts with gold plating
• Polymethylene (POM) housing with multi-layer shielding in brass and carbon fiber

Performance

• Optimized to minimize noise and deliver the required current without loss of dynamics
• Designed to provide superior sound clarity and a more open, transparent sound
• Ideal for line-level components such as CD players, DACs (digital-to-analog converters), media servers, processors, and preamplifiers