{"product_id":"audioquest-big-sur-rca-interconnect-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","title":"AudioQuest Sydney RCA Interconnect Cable | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest Sydney RCA Interconnect Cable\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Sydney RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium analog interconnect designed to deliver excellent signal integrity while remaining exceptionally flexible and easy to route. Sydney combines \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors, Polyethylene Air-Tube insulation, Carbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation, Asymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry, and Direct-Silver-Plated Pure Purple Copper terminations\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor high-quality DACs, network streamers, CD players, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and other RCA-equipped components, Sydney provides sophisticated AudioQuest technology in a cable designed to work equally well in traditional HiFi racks and installations where flexibility matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSydney uses \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/strong\u003e, AudioQuest’s highest-grade copper conductor material. Its extremely pure composition and smooth conductor surface are designed to minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSolid conductors also eliminate the electrical and magnetic interaction between individual strands found in conventional stranded cables. AudioQuest additionally uses PSC+ as part of its approach to maximizing linear RF Noise-Dissipation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCarbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSydney incorporates AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree alternating layers of metal and carbon-loaded synthetic materials work to absorb and reflect RF energy before it reaches the layer connected to the component's ground. This is designed to prevent captured radio-frequency interference from modulating the equipment's ground reference and introducing additional distortion into the audio signal. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePolyethylene Air-Tube Insulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOne of Sydney's most important technologies is \u003cstrong\u003ePolyethylene Air-Tube insulation on both conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSolid insulation materials can absorb energy and release some of it back into the signal. AudioQuest's Air-Tube construction increases the amount of air surrounding the conductors, and because air absorbs almost no energy, dielectric-related distortion is reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Air-Tube structure also stabilizes conductor geometry, helping Sydney preserve clarity, transient information, and dynamic contrast. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAsymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSydney uses \u003cstrong\u003eAsymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e, specifically designed for single-ended RCA connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRather than using one conductor path for both ground and shielding, AudioQuest separates these functions. The design provides relatively lower impedance on the ground and is intended to deliver cleaner, quieter, and more dynamic performance. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDirection-Controlled Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAll internal Sydney conductors are \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of AudioQuest's RF Noise-Dissipation strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eControlling conductor orientation helps reduce RF noise and directs induced high-frequency energy away from areas where it can contribute to distortion. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCold-Welded, Direct-Silver-Plated Pure Purple Copper Terminations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSydney features \u003cstrong\u003eDirect-Silver-Plated Pure Purple Copper RCA terminations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest applies the silver directly to the copper without an underlying nickel layer. The connectors are then \u003cstrong\u003ecold-welded\u003c\/strong\u003e to the conductors rather than soldered, eliminating solder as an additional material in the signal path. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudioQuest's highest-grade copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyethylene Air-Tube insulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-welded terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-Silver-Plated Pure Purple Copper RCA connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly flexible construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most RCA-equipped audio components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in lengths from 0.6m to 20m \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSydney RCA is available in \u003cstrong\u003e0.6m, 1m, 1.5m, 2m, 3m, 5m, 8m, 12m, 16m, and 20m\u003c\/strong\u003e lengths. This unusually broad range makes Sydney useful for both conventional component-to-component connections and longer RCA runs in custom audio installations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Choose AudioQuest Sydney?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSydney combines some of AudioQuest's strongest analog cable technologies with a design specifically emphasizing \u003cstrong\u003eflexibility and versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCompared with simpler interconnects, Sydney brings together \u003cstrong\u003ePSC+ copper, Air-Tube insulation, three-layer carbon-based Noise-Dissipation, and Direct-Silver-Plated Pure Purple Copper connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e. That makes it an excellent option for a serious two-channel system where you want a sophisticated RCA interconnect without sacrificing easy routing behind equipment racks or cabinetry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e offers AudioQuest cables for high-performance two-channel HiFi, home theater, and professionally designed whole-home audio systems. Visit our Houston showroom or contact The Grid for help selecting the right AudioQuest RCA interconnect and cable length for your system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"0.6 m = 1 ft 11 in","offer_id":55070670324049,"sku":null,"price":267.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 m = 3 ft 3 in","offer_id":55070670356817,"sku":null,"price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5 m = 4 ft 11 in","offer_id":55070670389585,"sku":null,"price":339.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 m = 6 ft 6 in","offer_id":55070670422353,"sku":null,"price":379.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 m = 9 ft 10 in","offer_id":55070670455121,"sku":null,"price":459.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 m = 16 ft 5 in","offer_id":55070670487889,"sku":null,"price":619.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 m = 26 ft 3 in","offer_id":55070670520657,"sku":null,"price":859.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 m = 39 ft 4 in","offer_id":55070670553425,"sku":null,"price":1179.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 m = 52 ft 5 in","offer_id":55070670586193,"sku":null,"price":1499.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 m = 65 ft 7 in","offer_id":55070670618961,"sku":null,"price":1819.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/big-sur-rca-rca-bigsur06r-06-m-1-ft-11-in-409175.webp?v=1790286372","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-big-sur-rca-interconnect-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}