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Nordost QKORE & Premium QKORE Wire
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Nordost QKORE & Premium QKORE Wire
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Overview
Nordost QKORE Wire & Premium QKORE Wire – QRT Series
The Nordost QKORE Wire is a purpose-built grounding cable designed to connect compatible audio components to a Nordost QKORE Ground Unit. Unlike a conventional audio interconnect, QKORE Wire is engineered to provide a low-resistance path for stray high-frequency, low-voltage electrical noise to reach the QKORE grounding system.
Using Nordost’s patented Micro Mono-Filament technology, extruded FEP insulation, and a silver-plated solid-core OFC conductor, QKORE Wire completes the connection between your equipment and the QKORE parallel grounding system.
QKORE Wire – Key Features
- Designed specifically for Nordost QKORE Ground Units
- 16 AWG conductor
- Silver-plated OFC solid-core construction
- Nordost patented Micro Mono-Filament technology
- Extruded FEP insulation
- Mechanically tuned construction
- Designed to provide a low-resistance path to ground
- Helps direct stray high-frequency, low-voltage potentials away from connected audio components
- Wide range of termination options for different HiFi components
Available QKORE Wire Terminations
QKORE Wire can be configured with:
- Banana
- Spade
- RCA
- Male XLR
- Female XLR
- BNC
- RJ45
- USB-A
- USB-B
This wide selection makes it possible to connect the QKORE system to many types of audio and network components using an appropriate unused connection.
Premium QKORE Wire
The Premium QKORE Wire is Nordost’s upgraded grounding cable for users looking to maximize the performance of their QKORE grounding system.
It increases conductor size from 16 AWG to 14 AWG, while retaining Nordost’s silver-plated solid-core OFC construction, extruded FEP insulation, and Micro Mono-Filament technology. Nordost designed the Premium version to increase the effectiveness of the QKORE grounding system and provide an even quieter background with improved soundstage presentation.
Premium QKORE Wire – Key Features
- Upgraded 14 AWG conductor
- Silver-plated OFC solid-core construction
- Nordost Micro Mono-Filament technology
- Extruded FEP insulation
- Mechanically tuned construction
- Designed as a performance upgrade for the QKORE system
- Available with the same extensive connector selection as standard QKORE Wire
QKORE Wire vs. Premium QKORE Wire
| Feature | QKORE Wire | Premium QKORE Wire |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor | 16 AWG | 14 AWG |
| Material | Silver-Plated Solid-Core OFC | Silver-Plated Solid-Core OFC |
| Insulation | FEP | FEP |
| Technology | Micro Mono-Filament | Micro Mono-Filament |
| Purpose | Standard QKORE connection | Performance upgrade |
| Connector Options | Banana, Spade, RCA, XLR, BNC, RJ45, USB | Banana, Spade, RCA, XLR, BNC, RJ45, USB |
The Grid HiFi
Complete your Nordost QKORE grounding system with the correct QKORE Wire for your components. The Grid HiFi can help determine whether the standard QKORE Wire or Premium QKORE Wire is best for your system and select the appropriate RCA, XLR, BNC, RJ45, USB, Banana, or Spade termination.
Contact The Grid HiFi for pricing, availability, cable lengths, and expert help configuring your Nordost QKORE grounding system.
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.