Synergistic Research Foundation XL Ethernet Cable

The Synergistic Research Foundation XL Ethernet cable brings technology developed for the company's flagship SRX XL series to high-performance digital audio systems. Handcrafted in California, it combines eight 23 AWG solid-copper conductors, advanced graphene-based shielding and Synergistic Research's extended high-voltage conditioning process in a purpose-built Cat 7 Ethernet cable.

Designed for audiophile network switches, music servers, streaming DACs and network audio players, Foundation XL Ethernet incorporates SRX XL UEF Matrix Shielding to address electrical noise and interference. Its four twisted pairs feature solid polyethylene insulation and silver Mylar shielding, with 16 individually hand-crimped connections.

Each cable undergoes the same SRX XL high-voltage conditioning process used in Synergistic Research's flagship cable range, followed by secondary UEF Blue treatment and a five-day, two-stage factory burn-in. Purple and Gold UEF Carbon Tuning Discs are also included, allowing listeners to experiment with the cable's tuning in their own systems.

Key Features

• Eight 23 AWG solid-copper conductors: Cat 7 MKII construction with four twisted pairs and solid polyethylene insulation.

• SRX XL Matrix Shielding: Graphene-enhanced UEF treatment applied to the connectors, combined with silver Mylar shielding.

• 500 MHz rated frequency: Designed for high-bandwidth Ethernet connectivity.

• SRX XL High-Voltage Conditioning: Extended-duration factory treatment using Synergistic Research's proprietary high-voltage process.

• UEF Carbon Tuning Discs: Includes Purple and Gold discs for optional system tuning.

• Hand-crimped connections: Sixteen point-to-point terminations.

• Directionally evaluated: Conductors are evaluated for signal direction before assembly.

• Factory conditioned: Secondary UEF Blue treatment and a five-day, two-stage burn-in process.

• Made in California: Handcrafted at Synergistic Research's US facility.

   

Technical Specifications

SRX XL Shielding and Cable Construction

Foundation XL Ethernet incorporates the SRX XL UEF Matrix Shielding technology developed for Synergistic Research's flagship cable series. Its graphene-enhanced UEF compound is applied directly to the connectors, complementing the cable's silver Mylar shielding.

Synergistic Research developed this shielding approach to reduce noise while preserving the dynamics and transparency of a high-resolution audio system. The manufacturer also uses an extended-duration high-voltage conditioning process intended to improve its cables' electrical and sonic characteristics.

These proprietary treatments are part of the manufacturer's design philosophy; audible differences will depend on the connected equipment, electrical environment and individual system.

Digital Audio and Network Integration

Foundation XL Ethernet is designed for networked audio systems in which music servers, streaming transports, audiophile network switches and network DACs communicate over Ethernet.

Its shielded Cat 7 construction makes it suitable for connecting compatible networking equipment, whether in a dedicated two-channel listening room or a centrally located audio equipment rack.

For customers building a complete Foundation XL cable system, the Ethernet cable complements the series' digital, analog, speaker and power cables.