{"product_id":"audioquest-thunderbird-zero-biwire-combo-pair-the-grid-hifi-copy-1","title":"AudioQuest Dragon BiWire COMBO Speaker Cable Pair | The Grid HiFi","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAudioQuest Dragon BiWire COMBO Speaker Cable — Pair\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudioQuest’s ultimate bi-wire speaker cable system—Dragon ZERO for treble and Dragon BASS for bass, combined into one purpose-built reference cable assembly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest Dragon BiWire COMBO is specifically engineered to maximize the performance of \u003cstrong\u003ebi-wireable reference loudspeakers\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than splitting a conventional speaker cable into four connectors, Dragon COMBO combines two specialized cable designs: \u003cstrong\u003eDragon ZERO for the treble section and Dragon BASS for bass and midrange\u003c\/strong\u003e, conveniently joined together at the amplifier end. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt the top of AudioQuest’s Mythical Creatures Series, Dragon combines \u003cstrong\u003e100% Solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e, ZERO-Tech, Carbon-Based Linearized Noise Dissipation, patented RF\/ND-Tech on the BASS section, 72V Dielectric-Bias System with Level-X RF Noise-Trap, and premium cold-welded terminations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eA True ZERO + BASS Bi-Wire Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon BiWire COMBO provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier End: 2 connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker End: 4 connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe ZERO and BASS cables are joined together at the amplifier end, requiring only one positive and one negative connection per amplifier channel. At the loudspeaker end, they separate into dedicated connections for the treble and bass\/midrange binding posts. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis gives you AudioQuest's complete Dragon ZERO + BASS architecture in a cleaner, more convenient installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon ZERO for Treble\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDragon ZERO section\u003c\/strong\u003e carries the loudspeaker's upper frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eZERO-Tech eliminates the cable's fixed characteristic impedance by eliminating interaction between the dielectric and conductors. AudioQuest says this enables \u003cstrong\u003euncompressed current transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e, unrestricted transient current, and more linear RF Noise Dissipation across the frequency spectrum. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSeparating the treble signal also keeps the powerful magnetic fields generated by bass energy away from delicate high-frequency information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon BASS for Bass \u0026amp; Midrange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe dedicated \u003cstrong\u003eDragon BASS section\u003c\/strong\u003e feeds the loudspeaker's bass and midrange inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest designs its BASS cables specifically for frequencies \u003cstrong\u003e10kHz and below\u003c\/strong\u003e. They should not be used full-range or connected to a loudspeaker's treble input. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis specialized architecture allows the BASS section to address the very different current and noise-control requirements of low-frequency reproduction rather than asking one cable geometry to perform every task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e100% Solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon represents the pinnacle of AudioQuest's conductor technology with \u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePSS is AudioQuest's highest-quality conductor metal. Extreme-purity silver is combined with the company's Perfect-Surface processing to minimize distortion associated with conductor grain boundaries and surface irregularities. Solid construction also eliminates electrical and magnetic strand interaction found in conventional stranded cables. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest specifically describes PSS as providing exceptional clarity and dynamic contrast, making Dragon its reference-level expression of the Mythical Creatures architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBoth sides of the Dragon BiWire system benefit from AudioQuest's \u003cstrong\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eConventional speaker cables have a fixed characteristic impedance that can create a mismatch between amplifier, cable, and loudspeaker. ZERO-Tech removes that fixed characteristic-impedance value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe result, according to AudioQuest, is \u003cstrong\u003euncompressed current transfer with unrestricted transient current\u003c\/strong\u003e, while RF Noise Dissipation remains consistent from octave to octave. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRF\/ND-Tech — BASS Section\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon BASS adds 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 and collect radio-frequency energy. AudioQuest's RF\/ND-Tech uses a \u003cstrong\u003ecommon-mode phase-cancelling array\u003c\/strong\u003e to dramatically reduce this induced RF noise and the resulting signal masking. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eImportantly, RF\/ND-Tech is specific to the \u003cstrong\u003eBASS section\u003c\/strong\u003e of Dragon COMBO. This is one reason AudioQuest doesn't recommend simply using two Dragon ZERO cables for bi-wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCarbon-Based Linearized Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon uses 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 linearized resistive network convert much of the incoming RF energy into heat. Remaining unwanted energy is directed away from sensitive amplifier circuitry through direction-controlled signal and shield conductors. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest describes the system as linearized because it is engineered to provide effective Noise Dissipation across an extremely wide bandwidth rather than targeting only selected frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System with Level-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon 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\"\u003eCable insulation behaves as a dielectric and can store electrical energy. DBS maintains a continuous bias across that dielectric, which AudioQuest says linearizes its behavior and significantly improves wide-bandwidth Noise Dissipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe integrated \u003cstrong\u003eLevel-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e further pulls RF energy out of the cable, reducing its potential interaction with the connected audio circuitry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Dragon Uses ZERO + BASS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is the most important concept to communicate on the product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest's bi-wire architecture isn't simply about having four connectors at the speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBy separating the signal paths, \u003cstrong\u003ethe large magnetic fields associated with bass energy are kept out of the treble cable\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing delicate high-frequency information to travel through a less magnetically disturbed environment. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe correct Dragon architecture is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon ZERO → Treble\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon BASS → Bass \/ Midrange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest specifically cautions against bi-wiring with \u003cstrong\u003etwo ZERO cables in parallel\u003c\/strong\u003e, because parallel ZERO cables can create a very-high-frequency resonant peak or ringing. AudioQuest specifies ZERO + BASS as the correct configuration. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor tri-wire loudspeakers, AudioQuest recommends ZERO for the treble input and BASS cables for both the midrange and bass inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMythical Creature Cold-Welded Terminations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon uses AudioQuest's premium \u003cstrong\u003eMythical Creature cold-welded termination system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe conductors are cold-welded directly to extremely pure \u003cstrong\u003eRed Copper spades or bananas\u003c\/strong\u003e, avoiding solder as an intermediate material. The bare copper connectors are submerged in pure silver rather than tumbled in a lower-grade plating solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest also uses nonmetallic speaker breakouts and plug casings to avoid introducing additional RF noise into the conductors. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eStandard Dragon BiWire COMBO configurations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 U-Spades → 4 U-Spades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Bananas → 4 Bananas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Multi-Spades → 4 Multi-Spades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAudioQuest also supports its specialty V-Spade for appropriate amplifier binding posts. Because Mythical Creatures cables are substantial in size and weight, AudioQuest notes that spades may provide better mechanical support in some systems, while bananas can be preferable—or necessary—with certain EU-compliant isolated 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, Dragon BiWire COMBO 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 \/ 3.0 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\u003eFlagship Mythical Creatures BiWire COMBO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose-built for bi-wireable loudspeakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDragon ZERO section dedicated to treble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDragon BASS section dedicated to bass and midrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZERO and BASS sections joined at amplifier end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 amplifier-end connections → 4 speaker-end connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS) conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZERO-Tech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon-Based Linearized Noise-Dissipation System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented RF\/ND-Tech on BASS section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e72V Dielectric-Bias System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel-X RF Noise-Trap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirection-Controlled conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMythical Creature cold-welded terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure-silver-plated Red Copper connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU-Spade, Banana, Multi-Spade, and specialty V-Spade 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\"\u003eDragon BiWire COMBO vs. Separate Dragon ZERO + Dragon BASS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eElectrically, both approaches follow AudioQuest's intended \u003cstrong\u003eZERO + BASS\u003c\/strong\u003e bi-wire architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe advantage of Dragon BiWire COMBO is convenience. AudioQuest joins the ZERO and BASS cables at the amplifier end, creating a cleaner installation with only \u003cstrong\u003etwo connections per amplifier channel while retaining four dedicated connections at each loudspeaker\u003c\/strong\u003e. AudioQuest itself describes the COMBO configuration as usually the most convenient arrangement. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor most customers wanting Dragon-level performance from a conventionally bi-wireable loudspeaker, this is the configuration that makes the most sense to present first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDragon vs. FireBird vs. ThunderBird\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWithin AudioQuest's Mythical Creatures speaker-cable family, Dragon represents the reference level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe biggest distinction is its conductor material: \u003cstrong\u003eDragon uses Solid Perfect-Surface Silver (PSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e, AudioQuest's highest-quality metal. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe underlying philosophy remains familiar—ZERO for treble, BASS for bass\/midrange, ZERO-Tech, advanced Noise Dissipation, DBS, and premium cold-welded terminations—but Dragon takes the architecture to AudioQuest's highest conductor level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy Buy AudioQuest Dragon BiWire COMBO from The Grid HiFi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt this level, cable configuration should be treated as part of the system design. Loudspeaker crossover architecture, amplifier binding posts, speaker terminals, cable length, and termination choice all matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grid HiFi can configure your Dragon BiWire COMBO pair specifically for your amplifier and loudspeakers\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the correct length and Banana, U-Spade, Multi-Spade, or specialty termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor reference-level systems, The Grid can also help determine whether \u003cstrong\u003eDragon ZERO Full-Range, separate Dragon ZERO + BASS, or Dragon BiWire COMBO\u003c\/strong\u003e is the appropriate configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audioquest","offers":[{"title":"8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 4 x Bananas","offer_id":55069509452113,"sku":null,"price":47150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 4 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069509484881,"sku":null,"price":47150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ft \/ 2.4 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 4 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069509517649,"sku":null,"price":47150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft \/ 3 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 4 x Bananas","offer_id":55069509550417,"sku":null,"price":58150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft \/ 3 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 4 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069509583185,"sku":null,"price":58150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ft \/ 3 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 4 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069509615953,"sku":null,"price":58150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 4 x Bananas","offer_id":55069509648721,"sku":null,"price":69150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 4 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069509681489,"sku":null,"price":69150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ft \/ 3.6 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 4 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069509714257,"sku":null,"price":69150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair \/ 2 x Bananas \u003e 4 x Bananas","offer_id":55069509747025,"sku":null,"price":85650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair \/ 2 x U-Spades \u003e 4 x U-Spades","offer_id":55069509779793,"sku":null,"price":85650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 ft \/ 4.6 m pair \/ 2 x Multi-Spades \u003e 4 x Multi-Spades","offer_id":55069509812561,"sku":null,"price":85650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7178\/0945\/files\/audioquest-dragon-biwire-combo-dragonbw8su-8-ft-24-m-pair-2-x-u-spades-4-x-u-spades-948659.webp?v=1790274482","url":"https:\/\/gridhifi.com\/products\/audioquest-thunderbird-zero-biwire-combo-pair-the-grid-hifi-copy-1","provider":"The Grid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}