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Nordost Heimdall 2 USB 2.0 Cable
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Nordost Heimdall 2 USB 2.0 Cable
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Overview
Nordost Heimdall 2 USB 2.0 Cable – Norse 2 Series
The Nordost Heimdall 2 USB 2.0 Cable is a high-performance digital audio cable engineered to provide a fast, stable, and low-noise connection between computers, music servers, digital transports, and USB-equipped DACs. As part of Nordost’s Norse 2 Series, Heimdall 2 incorporates advanced technologies derived from the company’s higher-level reference cable designs.
Heimdall 2 features four 20 AWG stranded silver-plated 99.99999% OFC conductors arranged in a precisely controlled twisted geometry. Nordost’s proprietary Dual Mono-Filament technology suspends the conductors within FEP insulation, while mechanically tuned cable lengths help reduce internal microphonics and high-frequency impedance resonance. (Nordost)
Key Features
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Norse 2 Series high-performance USB cable
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USB 2.0 standard
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4 × 20 AWG conductors
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Stranded silver-plated 99.99999% OFC
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Nordost Dual Mono-Filament technology
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Mechanically tuned cable lay and length
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Twisted shielded-pair construction
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FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) insulation
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Dual-layer silver foil and braided shielding
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100% total shield coverage
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90% velocity of propagation
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Available with USB Type-A or Type-B 2.0 connectors (Nordost)
Advanced Shielding & Construction
The Heimdall 2 USB 2.0 uses a dual layer of silver foil and silver braided shielding to provide complete shield coverage. Its conductors are arranged in a precise twisted double-helix geometry designed to maintain characteristic impedance while reducing noise and crosstalk. Nordost states that its data-transmission capability surpasses USB 2.0 requirements. (Nordost)
USB Connector Options
Heimdall 2 is available with USB Type-A or Type-B 2.0 connectors, with USB-A to USB-B serving as the standard configuration for connecting computers and digital sources to many HiFi DACs. (Nordost)
Ideal Applications
An excellent choice for USB DACs, computers, music servers, digital audio transports, streamers, integrated amplifiers, and other USB-enabled high-end audio components.
The Grid HiFi
Upgrade your digital audio connection with the Nordost Heimdall 2 USB 2.0 Cable. The Grid HiFi can help you select the proper cable length and USB configuration to complement your digital source and DAC.
Contact The Grid HiFi for pricing, availability, and expert system-matching assistance.
FAQs
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Do you price match?
Yes. We match any authorised dealer, including big-box retailers. If you find the same product at a lower price, contact us and we'll match it.
Do you offer free shipping?
Yes — free shipping on every order, with 2-day delivery available on most products. Easy returns and exchanges are included.
Where is your showroom?
We're at 6362 Alder Drive, Houston, Texas. The showroom lets you hear and compare reference-level systems in person before making any decisions. If you're considering a larger purchase or installation, it's well worth the visit.
Can I buy online without visiting the showroom?
Yes. The full product range is available through the online store with free nationwide shipping. For more complex system builds, speaking with one of our advisers first tends to lead to a better result.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Special financing is available through the BrandSource Credit Card for qualifying purchases, allowing you to spread payments over time with no annual fee. Promotional rebate savings are also available periodically. See the financing page for full details.
Do you install systems as well as sell equipment?
Yes — installation is central to what we do. We design and install whole-home audio and video, home theaters, media rooms, outdoor audio, lighting and motorised shades, and full smart home automation.
Do you provide support after installation?
Yes. We provide ongoing service and support to ensure systems continue performing as intended — not just on installation day, but over the long term.