Atlas Hyper RCA R1 Modulation Cable

The latest generation of the Atlas Hyper RCA R1 delivers a more subtle, more balanced and more neutral sound, and above all greater transparency.

ATLAS HYPER RCA R1: features

The Atlas Hyper RCA R1 uses high-purity OCC (Ohno Continuous Casting) copper conductors with a PEF (foamed polyethylene) dielectric. This design combines a wide bandwidth with excellent resistance to radio interference (RFI), which can raise the noise floor and lead to a loss of detail. The Hyper RCA R1 pairs premium materials with the new-generation Achromatic X RCA connectors. More than ten years ago, Atlas found that the traditional RCA connector, CNC-machined with a metal body, had a weak point, with a significant loss of performance. Their research showed that polycarbonate, and then ABS, were higher-performing materials for the connector body. This made it possible to create a low-dielectric-constant, low-mass, non-conductive RCA connector while retaining the robustness and stability of a CNC-machined product. This Integra X connector is used in the latest-generation Element, Equator, Hyper and Ailsa ranges. These connectors are crimped to the conductors and therefore used without any solder.

ATLAS HYPER RCA R1: test and listening

The latest generation of the Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA offers a nuanced and very balanced reproduction. You also notice great transparency combined with an obvious neutrality that conveys clear realism. The soundstage is wide and deep while remaining very airy. The Achromatic X RCA delivers excellent resolution and a realistic level of detail that never makes the reproduction surgical. The whole remains subtle, more balanced and more transparent than the previous version. This cable favours musicality and emotion above all, without adding any coloration. 

FAQ: Everything you need to know before buying the Atlas Hyper RCA R1 cable

Which components can I connect with the Atlas Hyper RCA R1?

It is a line-level interconnect fitted with RCA plugs, designed to link a source to an amplifier, or more broadly two components in your hi-fi system.

What do the Achromatic X connectors bring to the Hyper RCA R1?

Atlas replaced the CNC-machined metal body of the traditional RCA connector with an ABS body that is low in dielectric constant, low in mass and non-conductive, while keeping robustness and stability. Crimped to the conductors and therefore solderless, these connectors limit signal losses.

What kind of sound can I expect from the Hyper RCA R1?

A nuanced, very balanced and neutral presentation, with great transparency and clear realism. The soundstage is wide, deep and airy, the resolution excellent, and the level of detail realistic without ever becoming surgical. The cable favours musicality and emotion, with no coloration.

Is the cable well protected against interference?

Yes. Its OCC copper conductors, PEF dielectric and double shielding (OFC copper foil and braid) give it excellent resistance to radio interference (RFI), which can degrade the noise floor and the level of detail.