{"product_id":"audioquest-robin-hood-zero-speaker-cable-pair-the-grid-hifi-copy","title":"AudioQuest ThunderBird BASS Speaker Cable Pair | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest ThunderBird BASS Speaker Cable — Pair\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA dedicated bass and midrange cable for AudioQuest’s Mythical Creatures Series bi-wire systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest ThunderBird BASS is not a conventional full-range speaker cable. It is specifically engineered for the \u003cstrong\u003ebass and midrange inputs of bi-wireable or tri-wireable loudspeakers\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it is designed to work alongside ThunderBird ZERO on the treble section. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS combines \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e, ZERO-Tech, patented RF\/ND-Tech, Carbon-Based Linearized Noise Dissipation, and a \u003cstrong\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System with Level-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together, these technologies are designed to control RF noise while allowing the substantial transient current demanded by low-frequency drivers to move freely from amplifier to loudspeaker. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesigned Specifically for Bass \u0026amp; Midrange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS is engineered for frequencies \u003cstrong\u003e10kHz and below\u003c\/strong\u003e. AudioQuest specifically states that it should \u003cstrong\u003enot be used full-range or connected to a loudspeaker’s treble input\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn a bi-wire system, the intended configuration is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThunderBird ZERO → Treble Input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThunderBird BASS → Bass \/ Midrange Input\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSeparating these paths keeps the large magnetic fields associated with bass energy away from the cable carrying delicate high-frequency information. In a tri-wire system, ThunderBird BASS can be used for both the midrange and bass sections, with ZERO feeding the treble section. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e100% Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS uses \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper+ conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePSC+ is AudioQuest’s highest-grade copper conductor material, chosen for its extreme purity and exceptionally smooth surface. AudioQuest uses solid conductors to eliminate strand interaction, while the purity and surface quality of PSC+ minimize distortion associated with grain boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe conductors are also Direction-Controlled to support the cable’s RF Noise-Dissipation architecture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS incorporates AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e, an architecture designed to eliminate the cable’s fixed characteristic impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTraditional speaker cables can create characteristic-impedance mismatches between amplifier, cable, and loudspeaker. ZERO-Tech minimizes interaction between the conductors and dielectric, allowing \u003cstrong\u003euncompressed transient-current transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e while maintaining consistent RF Noise Dissipation across a wide frequency range. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is particularly relevant in a bass cable, where large transient-current demands are a fundamental part of reproducing low frequencies with authority and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOne of the defining technologies of ThunderBird BASS is AudioQuest’s patented \u003cstrong\u003eRF-on-ground Noise-Dissipation Technology (RF\/ND-Tech)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGround conductors can behave like antennas, collecting radio-frequency noise and carrying that energy into sensitive audio circuitry. AudioQuest’s RF\/ND-Tech uses a \u003cstrong\u003ecommon-mode phase-cancelling array\u003c\/strong\u003e to provide linear noise dissipation across the entire length of the cable. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe technology is covered by U.S. Patent No. 8,988,168.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCarbon-Based Linearized Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS also employs AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003eCarbon-Based Linearized Noise-Dissipation System (NDS)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMultiple shields and a carbon-based resistive network are used to convert much of the incoming RF energy into heat. Remaining noise energy is directed away from sensitive amplifier circuitry through Direction-Controlled signal and shield conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest describes the system as “linearized” because it is designed to remain effective across an extremely wide bandwidth rather than targeting only selected frequencies. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System with Level-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS incorporates AudioQuest’s \u003cstrong\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS) with Level-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe insulation surrounding a conductor behaves as a dielectric and can store energy. DBS maintains a continuous electrostatic bias across that dielectric, which AudioQuest says linearizes its behavior and improves the cable’s ability to dissipate induced noise across a wide bandwidth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe integrated \u003cstrong\u003eLevel-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e further draws radio-frequency noise away from the cable and connected audio circuitry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003ePremium Terminations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThunderBird BASS offers three termination configurations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 U-Spades → 2 U-Spades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Bananas → 2 Bananas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Multi-Spades → 2 Multi-Spades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest particularly recommends considering \u003cstrong\u003eU-Spades\u003c\/strong\u003e with the substantial size and weight of its Mythical Creatures speaker cables, especially where a banana connector cannot fully seat in the binding post. Bananas can be preferable with some EU-compliant isolated amplifier binding posts. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi, ThunderBird BASS is sold exclusively as a stereo pair\u003c\/strong\u003e in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 ft \/ 3 m pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair\u003c\/strong\u003e \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\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a \u003cstrong\u003estereo pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMythical Creatures Series BASS speaker cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for bass and midrange frequencies \u003cstrong\u003e10kHz and below\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to pair with ThunderBird ZERO for bi-wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented RF\/ND-Tech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon-Based Linearized Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System (DBS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU-Spade, Banana, or Multi-Spade termination options \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\"\u003eThunderBird BASS + ThunderBird ZERO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis distinction is especially important when we build these products on The Grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThunderBird BASS should not be presented as an alternative to ThunderBird ZERO. They are complementary cables.\u003c\/strong\u003e ThunderBird ZERO handles the treble—or can operate full-range—while ThunderBird BASS is optimized specifically for the bass\/midrange section of a bi-wire loudspeaker. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest specifically warns \u003cstrong\u003enot to bi-wire using two ZERO cables in parallel\u003c\/strong\u003e, because doing so can create a very-high-frequency resonant peak. For an AudioQuest bi-wire configuration, the correct combination is \u003cstrong\u003eone ZERO + one BASS\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest also offers these together as a COMBO configuration, which we'll want to explain clearly when we get to that product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Buy AudioQuest ThunderBird BASS from The Grid HiFi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt this level, speaker cables should be configured around the complete system. Bi-wire architecture, amplifier binding posts, loudspeaker terminals, cable length, and termination type all matter—and ThunderBird BASS must be used in the correct part of the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi can help configure a complete ThunderBird ZERO + BASS cable system specifically for your amplifier and loudspeakers\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the correct lengths and termination types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eContact \u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi\u003c\/strong\u003e for help designing the right AudioQuest cable package for your high-performance two-channel system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 2 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069372481873,"sku":null,"price":2650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 2 x Bananas","offer_id":55069372514641,"sku":null,"price":2650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 2 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069372547409,"sku":null,"price":2650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft \/ 3 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 2 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069372580177,"sku":null,"price":3050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft \/ 3 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 2 x Bananas","offer_id":55069372612945,"sku":null,"price":3050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft \/ 3 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 2 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069372645713,"sku":null,"price":3050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 2 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069372678481,"sku":null,"price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 2 x Bananas","offer_id":55069372711249,"sku":null,"price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 2 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069372744017,"sku":null,"price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 2 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069372776785,"sku":null,"price":4050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 2 x Bananas","offer_id":55069372809553,"sku":null,"price":4050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 2 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069372842321,"sku":null,"price":4050.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/audioquest-thunderbird-bass-tbirdbass02pr-usus-2-m-6-ft-6-in-pair-2-x-u-spades-2-x-u-spades-606017.webp?v=1790272413","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-robin-hood-zero-speaker-cable-pair-the-grid-hifi-copy","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}