THORENS PHC 150 XLR-XLR phono cable

The PhonoConnect PHC 150 XLR-XLR cable is a high-end balanced phono cable designed to optimize the connection between a turntable and an amplifier or preamplifier equipped with balanced XLR input and output.

Thorens PhonoConnect PHC 150 DIN-XLR: Connectors

The Thorens PHC 150 is equipped with PTFE-insulated XLR connectors. PTFE (Poly Tetra Fluoro Ethylene), better known as Teflon, is an excellent electrical insulator with very low dielectric losses. The XLRs are 24-carat gold-plated. Gold plating provides excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance, ensuring reliable and long-lasting contact. The socket sleeves are lightweight and made of 6061 aluminum. Aluminum alloy is commonly used for its lightness, strength, and good machinability.

PhonoConnect PHC 150 XLR-XLR: Conductors

The conductors are made of very fine strands of pure, oxygen-free copper (OCC), ensuring precise signal transmission and balanced sound. This cable offers excellent conductivity and an extremely low capacitance of less than 90 pF, which ensures a linear frequency response even with low-level MCs.

The architecture uses two separate twisted pairs. They are insulated with a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) dielectric. To ensure effective shielding, Thorens chose a screen made of Mylar and copper. Mylar is a polyester film commonly used as an insulator and backing for copper shielding.

The outer sheath is made of high-compression PVC that complies with RoHS/REACH standards. This is complemented by an anti-static outer coating.

Thorens puts all of its cables through a 48-hour burn-in process. Burn-in involves running a device or cable for a certain period of time to stabilize its components and optimize its audio performance.

This cable is ideal for demanding audiophiles looking for a high-quality connection between their turntable equipped with an XLR output and a phono preamplifier with balanced XLR inputs.

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