{"product_id":"audioquest-red-river-rca-interconnect-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","title":"AudioQuest Mackenzie RCA Interconnect Cable | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest Mackenzie RCA Interconnect Cable\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest Mackenzie RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium analog interconnect engineered for systems where preserving low-level detail, dynamics, and tonal accuracy matters. Mackenzie combines \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors, Carbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation, Hard-Cell Foam insulation, Triple-Balanced Geometry, and cold-welded Hanging-Silver over Pure Purple Copper terminations\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together, these technologies are designed to reduce distortion and RF interference while allowing more of the original signal to reach your system intact. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMackenzie is an excellent match for higher-performance DACs, network streamers, CD players, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and other analog components where a basic interconnect can become a limiting factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMackenzie uses \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/strong\u003e, AudioQuest's highest-grade copper conductor material. Solid conductors eliminate electrical and magnetic interaction between individual strands, while the extreme purity and exceptionally smooth surface of PSC+ minimizes distortion associated with grain boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest also designs PSC+ to improve linear RF Noise-Dissipation, contributing to cleaner and more naturally detailed signal transmission. \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\"\u003eOne of Mackenzie's most important upgrades is its \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon-Based 3-Layer Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRather than relying solely on conventional shielding, three alternating layers of metal and carbon-loaded synthetic materials are used to absorb and reflect RF energy before it reaches the shield connected to the component's ground. This helps prevent captured radio-frequency noise from modulating the system's ground reference and interfering with the audio signal. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHard-Cell Foam Insulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMackenzie uses \u003cstrong\u003eHard-Cell Foam (HCF) insulation\u003c\/strong\u003e, nitrogen-injected to create air pockets around the conductors. Since air and nitrogen absorb very little energy, less energy is stored and released back into the signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe rigidity of HCF also helps maintain consistent conductor geometry along the entire cable, stabilizing its electrical characteristics and further reducing distortion. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTriple-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest's \u003cstrong\u003eTriple-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a dedicated ground-reference conductor so the cable's shield never has to function as an inferior signal conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree conductors provide the positive and negative signals with equally high-quality, low-distortion conducting paths. This architecture is retained whether Mackenzie is terminated as an RCA or balanced XLR interconnect. \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\"\u003eEvery conductor in Mackenzie is \u003cstrong\u003eDirection-Controlled\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of AudioQuest's Noise-Dissipation strategy. AudioQuest controls conductor orientation to manage variations in RF impedance and direct induced noise away from areas where it can contribute to distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDirectional markings on the connectors indicate the intended signal orientation during installation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCold-Welded Hanging-Silver over Pure Purple Copper Terminations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMackenzie takes a substantial step beyond conventional gold-plated RCA connectors with \u003cstrong\u003eHanging-Silver directly over high-purity Pure Purple Copper terminations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe connectors are cold-welded to the conductors using high pressure rather than conventional solder. This avoids introducing solder into the signal path, while the high-quality base metal and direct silver plating are designed to preserve signal integrity through the termination itself. \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\u003eHard-Cell Foam insulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriple-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated ground-reference conductor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-welded terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging-Silver directly over Pure Purple Copper connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as a pair or single cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to order at AudioQuest headquarters in Irvine, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom lengths and terminations available \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\"\u003eMackenzie RCA is available in \u003cstrong\u003e0.5m, 0.75m, 1m, 1.5m, 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m, 6m, and 8m\u003c\/strong\u003e lengths. It can also be ordered as either a \u003cstrong\u003epair or single interconnect\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Choose AudioQuest Mackenzie?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMackenzie is where AudioQuest's RCA lineup begins incorporating a more serious level of noise management and termination technology. You still get \u003cstrong\u003ePSC+\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it's paired with a \u003cstrong\u003ethree-layer carbon-based Noise-Dissipation system\u003c\/strong\u003e and upgraded \u003cstrong\u003eHanging-Silver over Pure Purple Copper connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThat combination makes Mackenzie particularly appropriate for resolving two-channel systems where the electronics are capable of exposing differences in noise floor, transparency, and low-level detail.\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 custom-installed audio systems. Visit our Houston showroom or contact The Grid for help matching the right AudioQuest RCA interconnect and length to your components.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"0.5 m = 1 ft 7 in","offer_id":55070286479697,"sku":null,"price":382.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.75 m = 2 ft 6 in","offer_id":55070286512465,"sku":null,"price":401.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 m = 3 ft 3 in","offer_id":55070286545233,"sku":null,"price":419.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.5 m = 4 ft 11 in","offer_id":55070286578001,"sku":null,"price":457.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 m = 6 ft 6 in","offer_id":55070286610769,"sku":null,"price":494.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 m = 9 ft 10 in","offer_id":55070286643537,"sku":null,"price":569.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 m = 13 ft 1 in","offer_id":55070286676305,"sku":null,"price":644.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 m = 16 ft 5 in","offer_id":55070286709073,"sku":null,"price":719.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 m = 19 ft 8 in","offer_id":55070286741841,"sku":null,"price":944.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 m = 26 ft 3 in","offer_id":55070286774609,"sku":null,"price":639.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/mackenzie-rca-rca-mkenzie05-05-m-1-ft-7-in-780115.webp?v=1790286141","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-red-river-rca-interconnect-cable-the-grid-hifi-copy","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}