Description
Meticulously handcrafted using a proprietary combination of 5N OCC Silver and Duelund Tinned Copper conductors, the Flagship Series has been extensively refined to deliver exceptional musical performance, combining the tonal richness of vintage-inspired copper with the speed, clarity, and resolution of pure silver.
Audiolund XLR to RCA/RCA to XLR Interconnect Cable ~ Flagship Series
Key Enhancements
- Revised XLR/RCA cable architecture for improved overall performance and signal integrity.
- Carefully optimized conductor combinations and geometry for superior sonic balance.
- Designed for discerning audiophiles and ultra high-end audio systems.
1. Standard XLR to RCA/RCA to XLR Design
- It is constructed as per the standard XLR to RCA with Pin-1 and Pin-3 connected to ground (Transformer coupled outputs)
- Use multiple solid cores: 11 solid cores (15GA+21GA+21GA+21GA+24GA+26GA+28GA+29GA+29GA+32GA+32A) of 5N OCC silver wires combined with 12GA + 20GA of Duelund tinned copper wires in both the positive signal and negative signal
- A total of 4m*11 solid cores of 15GA to 32GA of 5N OCC silver wires, and 4m*12GA + 4m*20GA Duelund tinned copper wires are used for 1.0 meter pair + 2m x silver plated/copper wires for grounding
2. XLR to RCA with Pin-3 Open Design
- It is constructed as per the MERGING+NADAC’s method, same for Benchmark, Weiss and others
- Use multiple solid cores: 11 solid cores (15GA+21GA+21GA+21GA+24GA+26GA+28GA+29GA+29GA+32GA+32A) of 5N OCC silver wires combined with 12GA + 20GA of Duelund tinned copper wires in the positive signal
- A total of 2m*11 solid cores of 15GA to 32GA of 5N OCC silver wires and 2m*12GA + 2m*20GA Duelund tinned copper wires are used for 1.0 meter pair + Tinned copper shields for grounding
3. XLR to RCA with Pin-3 Open added 10K Ohm Resistor Design
- Use various types and multiple layers of shielding materials for shielding to reduce noise and RFI/EMI interference
- With unique damping design, use various types of anti-vibration/damping materials to suppress vibration and isolation
- 1.0m standard length with other length options
- Plug: Viborg pure silver XLR Plugs
Choosing the Right Series
- Xtreme Series
For listeners who prefer the classic vintage character associated with Duelund and Western Electric-inspired sound. - True Silver Series
For listeners seeking the purity, speed, transparency, and detail of modern 5N OCC Silver conductors. - Xtreme Silver Series
For those who enjoy the warmth and musicality of Duelund copper, complemented by additional silver refinement. - Ultimate Silver Series
For listeners who prioritize pure silver performance while retaining elements of vintage copper tonality. - Flagship Series
For those seeking an equal blend of Duelund’s vintage-inspired character and the precision of modern OCC Silver.
Flagship Series Design Philosophy
The Flagship Series incorporates 11 solid-core 5N OCC Silver conductors together with 12GA and 20GA Duelund Tinned Copper conductors, representing our most balanced implementation of silver and copper technologies for XLR-to-RCA and RCA-to-XLR applications.
Sonic Performance
The Flagship Series is engineered to achieve an optimal balance between:
- The natural warmth, tonal density, and musicality of Duelund Tinned Copper.
- The transparency, speed, extension, and dynamic capability of 5N OCC Silver.
The result is a highly resolving yet natural presentation characterized by:
- Excellent tonal balance
- Exceptional transparency
- Quiet background
- Smooth and refined musicality
- Powerful dynamics
- Delicate detail retrieval
- Outstanding coherence across the frequency range
Designed specifically for ultra high-end audio systems, the Flagship Series is intended for enthusiasts seeking reference-level performance from their XLR interconnects.
Conductor Cross-Section (Per Meter, Per +/- Channel)
- 5N OCC Silver: approximately 3.61 mm²
- Duelund Tinned Copper: approximately 3.82 mm²
Flagship Series Ultra High-End Version
(Available for Standard XLR to RCA / RCA to XLR Design only)
Upgraded Construction
- Additional:
- 1 × Duelund Silver Foil V1 per channel
- 1 × 16GA Duelund Tinned Copper conductor per channel
- Designed specifically for state-of-the-art ultra high-end audio systems.
Materials Used for a 1.0m Pair
- 4m × 11 solid-core 5N OCC Silver conductors
- 4m Duelund Silver Foil V1
- 4m × 12GA Duelund Tinned Copper
- 4m × 16GA Duelund Tinned Copper
- 4m × 20GA Duelund Tinned Copper
Cross-Sectional Area (Per Meter, Per +/- Channel)
- 5N OCC Silver: approximately 3.61 mm²
- Duelund Tinned Copper: approximately 5.14 mm²
- Duelund Silver Foil V1: approximately 0.82 mm²
Through its highly specialized construction methodology, the Ultra High-End Version represents our most advanced XLR interconnect design, created for systems capable of revealing the finest performance gains.
Recommendation
For listeners who appreciate both the vintage musicality of Duelund copper and the resolution and speed of OCC Silver, the Flagship Series offers the most balanced expression of both technologies. It is one of Audiolund’s most comprehensive and technically advanced XLR interconnect designs, developed for audiophiles pursuing the highest levels of system performance.
OPTION: Select Cable Sleeve Color:
1) Default: Gold Foil + Black Stripe on Black Background
- Elegant appearance
- Gold foil finish requires careful handling due to lower wear resistance
2) Gold Foil + Transparent Stripe on White Background
- Premium aesthetic
- Gold foil finish requires careful handling due to lower wear resistance
3) Red Copper + White Stripe on Black Background
- Improved durability
- Better wear resistance compared to gold foil finishes
4) Black + Grey Stripe on White Background
- Clean contemporary appearance
- Excellent wear resistance
Cable Burn-In
Due to their complex multi-core construction and extensive use of solid-core conductors, Audiolund cables require a significant running-in period before achieving optimal performance.
Recommended Burn-In Period
- Most Audiolund cables: 100 to 200 hours
- Flagship Series: 200 to 400 hours
The larger solid-core OCC Silver conductors used in the Flagship Series generally require a longer stabilization period than the parallel multi-strand Duelund Tinned Copper conductors.
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