SOLDIER BLACK was developed from the Crystal based on TERRA series, but employs higher purity 6N OFHC conductors for the signal and supplementary layers of RFI screening to reinforce minimized distortion from external interference.
 

The basic function of an audio cable is, obviously, simple: to transport an audio signal from one point to another. However, there is another component of what we expect of our cables that requires them to also attempt to keep any unwanted noise from entering that original audio signal. And when determining the best type of cable that will fit your needs, the amount of unwanted noise reduction will be a crucial factor.
Unwanted noise typically enters the path of the audio signal by way of radio-frequency interference (RFI) or electromagnetic interference (EMI) along the length of the cable. Naturally, the longer the cable, the higher the probability that interference will join the original audio signal and produce itself in the output source in the form of hum, static, or other unwanted sounds. The defense from RFI and EMI comes in the form of audio cable shields.
Audio cable shielding literally shields the core wires (conductors) that are transporting the original audio sound from outside interference. Cable shields are generally made from copper stands and also perform the function of 'grounding' the audio signal. There are a few types of shielding options you will want to be informed on before deciding which will best suit your particular application.

Braided Shield
As its name would suggest, a braided shield protects the original signal conductor by surrounding it with braided copper strands. Advantages to braided shields include the fact that the coverage area the shield protects can be varied depending on the angle of the braiding, the number of picks and the rate at which they are applied. Therefore, the coverage can range from less than 50 percent to nearly 97 percent. Additionally, the coverage is extremely consistent; therefore, it is particularly adept at blocking interference from RFI sources, which have very short wavelengths that can sometimes permeate other kinds of shields. 
The two main drawbacks to braided shields come in the forms of cost and flexibility. Braiding the copper strands together require machines that work at relatively low rates of speed because of the intricacy of the process, resulting in higher manufacturing costs. 

Woven Shield
Additionally, while the complexity of the woven braided provides more effective reflectivity of unwanted noise, it also leads to a less flexible cable that is more susceptible to damage by twists or kinks in the cable.
Shielding has become one of the most important aspects to consider when building a sound system. And as with most products in the audio world, the best type of shielding for you will be entirely dependent on equipment’s specific needs. But equipped the above knowledge, you can quickly have the exact products you require to produce an audio sound system that meets your every need.

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Features of CRYSTAL & SOLDIER BLACK RCA Audio Interconnect Cables

- The RCA Audio Interconnect Cable is a true 75 Ohm cable

- No signal reflections will occur due to mismatched cable impedance or incorrect connector impedance
- Highest purity Silver Plated 6N OFHC copper(CRYSTAL) / 6N OFHC copper(SOLDIER BLACK)  inner conductor
- Highest purity 6N OFHC copper braided shield
- Twisted pair conductor wire provides protection against crosstalk, the noise generated by adjacent pairs.
- New AM-PE (Anti-magnetizing Polyethylene) insulation
- Elastic layer between insulation and screen to minimize mechanical vibration noise

- Heavy gauge design for extremely low insertion loss
- Extremely low capacitance, extremely low inductance
- High technology soldering process with LEAD-FREE 2% SILVER SOLDER ensures consistency which results in transparency sound
- Astonishing sound clarity and soundstage placement. A true 75 Ohm interface will leave audio connoisseurs speechless
- Finished in a premium TechFlex sleeve for a luxurious look and feel

*** Triple Screen for SOLDIER BLACK:  

     1st - 4N OFHC braided    2nd - Woven braided   3rd - 4N OFHC braided

      6N OFHC copper 94% coverage braided screen x 2 layers, total 188% coverage

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Features of CRYSTAL & SOLDIER BLACK XLR Audio Interconnect Cables

- The XLR Audio Interconnect Cable is a true 110 Ohm cable
- No signal reflections will occur due to mismatched cable impedance or incorrect connector impedance
- Highest purity Silver Plated 6N OFHC copper(CRYSTAL) / 6N OFHC copper(SOLDIER BLACK)  inner conductor
- Highest purity 6N OFHC copper braided shield
- Twisted pair conductor wire provides protection against crosstalk, the noise generated by adjacent pairs.
- New AM-PE (Anti-magnetizing Polyethylene) insulation

- Elastic layer between insulation and screen to minimize mechanical vibration noise
- Heavy gauge design for extremely low insertion loss
- Extremely low capacitance, extremely low inductance
- High technology soldering process with LEAD-FREE 2% SILVER SOLDER ensures consistency which results in transparency sound
- Astonishing sound clarity and soundstage placement. A true 110 Ohm interface will leave audio connoisseurs speechless
- Finished in a premium TechFlex sleeve for a luxurious look and feel

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*** Triple Screen for SOLDIER BLACK:  

     1st - 4N OFHC braided    2nd - Woven braided   3rd - 4N OFHC braided

      6N OFHC copper 94% coverage braided screen x 2 layers, total 188% coverage

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Burn-In Period  

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All iLISTEN audio interconnect cables have been tested and burned-in at the factory. However, as with any high end audio components, it may take up to 50 hours of listening to music to reach the optimal sonic results.