Shunyata Research
Venom Ethernet (1.5cm)
(Made In USA)

Overview 

PRECISION MATCHED Z TECHNOLOGY

• The most fundamental of three critical ethernet cable technologies is termed Precision Matched Impedance (PMZ).  Designer Caelin Gabriel’s research into high-speed signal transmission found that the precision with which digital cable conductors are constructed has a profound impact on performance.  Loose manufacturing variances lead to signal distortions that are clearly audible in a system designed for high fidelity. To achieve the benefits of PMZ,  Shunyata Research produces the Venom, Alpha and Sigma ethernet conductors using extrusion and shielding processes designed to reduce phase distortion caused by characteristic impedance irregularities. This process reduces the micro-distortions associated with common ethernet cables. While costly, this process delivers superior timing, clarity, and dynamics in sound when used in a media sound system.

KINETIC PHASE INVERSION PROCESS™

• The second technology is the now-famous Kinetic Phase Inversion Process (KPIP™).  KPIP™ is a proprietary Shunyata Research treatment process  that effectively eliminates break-in and improves the performance of signal, digital, and power cabling. These improvements are significant when applied to high-speed signal conductors because they are more prone to signal degradation and micro-distortions compared to slower speed analog signal cables.

COMMON MODE FILTER TECHNOLOGY:
ALPHA AND SIGMA ETHERNET MODELS

• For the purest signal possible, Shunyata Research has applied its own custom-made common mode filter technology to both the Alpha and Sigma ethernet models.  As the name implies, these CMode filters reduce high-frequency noise distortion, delivering an analog ease and palpable background silence that will close the gap between digital and analog front-end performance.

ArNi®️ is a type of wire created by Shunyata Research designed to be the finest quality wire available for audio purposes. It begins with the highest purity of copper available – OFE C10100 or Ohno (single crystal). Then it is formed in virtual hollow tubes eliminating skin effects and eddy current distortions. In addition, the wire undergoes our proprietary KPIP™️ process.

KPIP™️ PROCESSING
Shunyata Research’s proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Process includes four days of continuous KPIP™️ processing to dramatically reduce burn-in time and significantly improve sonic performance, delivering a relaxed and life-like presentation.

Belden
Belden Ethernet RJ45 connectors are a modular design that makes it easy re-terminate in the event that the connector is damaged. They feature contacts that are gold plated over a Palladium/Nickel base metal. In our battery of performance tests they finish second to only the more expensive German Telegartner.