AudioQuest NRG-Z3

Power Cable

NRG-Z3 AC Power Cables feature direction-controlled Semi-Solid Concentric Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors, ZERO-Tech, & RF/ND-Tech, minimizing the noise of your A/V system.

Key Features & Technology Explained

Semi-Solid Concentric conductors significantly reduce strand-interaction, a major source of dynamic distortion in cables.

AudioQuest's best copper. To the greatest extent presently possible, extreme-purity Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) conductors minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries.

ZERO-Tech eliminates the electrostatic field between the cable's high and low signal conductors, enabling linear Radio Frequency (RF) Noise-Dissipation, and uncompressed transients.

RF/ND-Tech minimizes circuit misbehavior by cancelling induced RF noise.

0.5% Silver-Plating is applied to the high-quality copper base metal to improve Noise-Dissipation.

All internal conductors are Direction-Controlled to reduce RF noise.

Detailed Technology Explanation

Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+) Conductors:

The astonishingly smooth and pure Perfect-Surface processed conductors minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries and surface discontinuities that exist in any metal conductor.

Semi-Solid Concentric Conductors:

In our Semi-Solid Concentric conductor topology, strands are packed more tightly and never change position within the bundle, significantly reducing strand-interaction distortion.

ZERO-Tech:

While many AC power cables feature low DC resistance in order to accommodate the demand for high current, a cable's characteristic impedance is also crucial for optimal performance. Unlike most AC cables that constrict or compress an audio-provoked transient, AudioQuest AC cables combine low DC resistance and zero (no) characteristic impedance in order to deliver uncompressed transients on demand.

RF/ND-Tech:

AC Ground wires may provide protection from an electrical short circuit, but they also act as an antenna. Thus, they are subject to induced radio-frequency (RF) noise. This RF noise bypasses component power supplies and is typically coupled directly into a system's most sensitive audio/video circuits. AudioQuest's RF/ND-Tech greatly reduces this distortion, yielding unprecedented levels of Noise-Dissipation across the widest bandwidth (range) of radio frequencies possible. Our unique circuit topology uses a common-mode phase-cancelling array, in concert with proprietary dielectric materials which provide additional differential linear filtering. US Patent # 8,988,168.

Silver-Plated Drain Wires:

Direction-controlled Silver-Plated shield conductors efficiently drain RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground via the third "ground" pin. The net result is powerful, dynamic, and immersive.

Direction-Controlled Conductors:

All drawn metal strands or conductors have a non-symmetrical, and therefore directional, grain structure. AudioQuest controls the resulting RF impedance variation so that noise is drained away from where it will cause distortion. The correct direction is determined by listening to every batch of metal conductors used in every AudioQuest audio cable. When applicable, arrows are clearly marked on the connectors to ensure superior sound quality.

Key Benefits

• Perfect Surface Copper Conductors: The astonishingly smooth and pure Perfect-Surface processed conductors minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries and surface discontinuities that exist in any metal conductor.
• Zero Tech: While many AC power cables feature low DC resistance in order to accommodate the demand for high current, a cable's characteristic impedance is also crucial for optimal performance. Unlike most AC cables that constrict or compress an audio-provoked transient, AudioQuest AC cables combine low DC resistance and zero (no) characteristic impedance in order to deliver uncompressed transients on demand.
• Semi Solid Concentric Conductors: In our Semi-Solid Concentric conductor topology, strands are packed more tightly and never change position within the bundle, significantly reducing strand-interaction distortion.
• Silver Plated Drain Wires: Direction-controlled Silver-Plated shield conductors efficiently drain RF noise from the line and neutral shields to ground via the third "ground" pin. The net result is powerful, dynamic, and immersive.
• Enhanced Audio Experience: NRG-Z3 enables high-quality sound for a superior entertainment experience.
• Noise-Dissipation Technology: Minimizes interference for quiet backgrounds.
• High-Quality Materials and Design: High-purity conductor metal and noise-dissipation technology ensure minimal distortion.
• Versatile Connectivity: Outstanding upgrade for DACs, powered desktop speakers, game consoles, streamers, and more.
• Durable and Reliable Design: Built to withstand everyday use, ensuring consistent performance.