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Overview

Nordost Tyr 2 Specialty Cables – For Naim & CH Precision Systems

The Nordost Tyr 2 Specialty Cables are high-performance upgrade cables specifically designed for compatible Naim Audio and CH Precision components. As part of Nordost’s premium Norse 2 Series, each specialty cable is custom-built for its specific application, whether carrying signal, power, or both between components.

Tyr 2 Specialty Cables combine high-purity silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, Nordost’s proprietary Micro Mono-Filament technology, FEP insulation, and precisely mechanically tuned construction. This specialized design provides Naim and CH Precision owners with a purpose-built upgrade path while maintaining the connection requirements of their equipment.

Key Features

  • Designed for select Naim Audio and CH Precision components
  • Part of Nordost’s premium Norse 2 Series
  • High-purity silver-plated 99.99999% OFC
  • 18 AWG solid-core conductors in Naim configurations
  • Nordost Micro Mono-Filament technology
  • Mechanically tuned spacing and cable lengths
  • High-grade FEP insulation
  • 97% overall shield coverage on Naim configurations
  • Full-metal-jacket Burndy-style connectors
  • Screw-machine contacts with gold-plated pins
  • Custom configurations for signal, power, or combined applications

Available Naim Configurations

Tyr 2 Specialty 10-Pin / 7-Pin Cable Set
For NAPS 555 DR Power Supply → ND555 or CD555

  • 10 × 18 AWG / 7 × 18 AWG conductors

Tyr 2 Specialty 19-Pin Cable
For NAC 552 PS → NAC 552 Pre

  • 19 × 18 AWG conductors

Tyr 2 Specialty 17-Pin Cable
For Supercap → SNAXO 362, SNAXO 242, or SuperLine

  • 17 × 18 AWG conductors

Tyr 2 Specialty 15-Pin Cable
For Supercap → NAC 252

  • 15 × 18 AWG conductors

Tyr 2 Specialty 11-Pin Cable
For XPS Power Supply → NDX2, ND5 XS, CDX2, NDS, NDX, NAC-N272, HDX, or DAC

  • 11 × 18 AWG conductors

Tyr 2 Specialty 9-Pin / 9-Pin Cable Pair
For NAP 500 PS → NAP 500

  • 9 × 18 AWG conductors per cable

Tyr 2 Specialty 7-Pin / 7-Pin Cable Pair
For NAP 300 PS → NAP 300

  • 7 × 18 AWG conductors per cable

Naim Cable Specifications

Specification Tyr 2 Specialty
Insulation FEP
Construction Mechanically Tuned / Micro Mono-Filament
Conductor Gauge 18 AWG
Material Silver-Plated 99.99999% Solid-Core OFC
Shield Coverage 97%
Connectors Full Metal Jacket, Burndy Style
Contacts Screw-Machine Contacts
Pins Gold-Plated

 

Tyr 2 Specialty X-1 Cable – CH Precision

Nordost also offers the Tyr 2 Specialty X-1 Cable, specifically designed to connect the CH Precision X1 External Power Supply to compatible CH Precision components.

The X-1 version features:

  • 3 × 18 AWG silver-plated 99.99999% OFC solid-core conductors
  • 16 × 24 AWG silver-plated 99.99999% OFC stranded conductors
  • FEP insulation
  • Micro Mono-Filament technology
  • Mechanically tuned spacing and length
  • Full-metal ruggedized connectors
  • Screw-machine contacts
  • Gold-plated pins

The Grid HiFi

Upgrade compatible Naim Audio or CH Precision electronics with Nordost Tyr 2 Specialty Cables. Because these cables are application-specific, choosing the correct connector configuration is essential.

Contact The Grid HiFi for pricing, availability, cable lengths, and help selecting the correct Tyr 2 Specialty Cable for your Naim or CH Precision system.

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