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HDMI over IP, sometimes called AV over IP, converts video and audio into IP packets that can be distributed across a standard Ethernet network. This approach allows for scalable and flexible AV systems with extended reach, simplified control, and cost-effective multi-display installations. CYP Europe’s AV over IP solutions provide future-ready performance that integrates seamlessly into modern networks.
Transmission distance depends on the extender type. CYP Cat6 extenders typically reach up to 90 metres, while HDBaseT models extend further with full 4K support. For even greater distances, CYP’s fibre optic solutions can deliver high-quality signals over hundreds of metres with ultra-low latency, ideal for larger or more complex installations.
When selecting an AV extender, consider resolution support (Full HD or 4K UHD), maximum transmission distance, cable type (Cat5e/6, fibre, or Ethernet), device compatibility, and whether additional features like audio return, IR, or RS-232 control are required. Power delivery is another factor, some CYP models feature Power over Cable (PoC) for simpler installs. CYP Europe’s extensive range makes it easy to match the right extender to your project.
Yes. Entreq grounding boxes and cables are designed to reduce electrical noise and improve system balance. Many audiophiles report hearing lower noise floors, tighter bass, and a more natural musical flow. Even entry-level models like the Silver Minimus can make an immediate difference, while larger solutions such as the Olympus Ten deliver even greater benefits for reference-grade systems.
An Entreq grounding box provides a dedicated “earth point” for your hi-fi components. By draining away unwanted noise and interference, it lowers the overall noise floor and allows more musical detail and dynamics to come through. Connecting digital sources, amplifiers or even power distributors to a grounding box often results in a more relaxed, organic sound.
Yes, Entreq grounding boxes work best when paired with their dedicated grounding cables, designed with natural materials and carefully chosen conductors. These cables ensure effective noise dissipation and optimal connection between your equipment and the grounding unit.
Entreq avoids plastic and metal enclosures because they can introduce unwanted resonance. Instead, their products use wood, cotton and mineral-based fillers that naturally damp vibrations. This contributes to the cleaner, more organic sound that Entreq is known for.
For many customers, the Silver Minimus grounding box is the ideal introduction, offering excellent results in smaller systems. Those with higher-end or multi-component setups often step up to models like the Olympus Ten for greater capacity and performance. Entreq also offers Primer Pro cables for those seeking a simple upgrade path at a more accessible price point.
Setting up an Entreq grounding box is straightforward. You connect your chosen component - such as a DAC, amplifier, or power distributor - to the grounding box using an Entreq grounding cable. Multiple devices can be connected, depending on the size of the box. Position the unit on a stable surface, ideally away from power supplies or strong electromagnetic fields, to maximise its performance.
Yes. Entreq products are designed to work with almost any hi-fi or AV brand. Whether you own equipment from Chord Electronics, Naim, Linn, or more mainstream brands, a grounding box can provide audible improvements. Because they are not tied to one manufacturer, Entreq solutions are a flexible way to upgrade any system, regardless of brand mix.
Furutech’s NCF-treated power cables use Nano Crystal² Formula to suppress static, control resonance, and deliver a more neutral, transparent presentation. Standard copper Furutech cables often sound fuller and warmer, appealing to listeners who prefer a richer tonal balance. The choice comes down to whether you want enhanced clarity or a smoother, weightier character in your system.
Rhodium-plated connectors: Known for clarity, neutrality, and precise detail retrieval.
Gold-plated connectors: Add a touch of warmth and smoothness, ideal for balancing a highly revealing system.
Both deliver excellent conductivity, but the plating you choose can subtly shape your system’s overall presentation.
Yes. Mixing gold and rhodium plating can introduce tonal inconsistencies or harshness. For the most coherent results, match Furutech plugs, inlets, and receptacles with the same plating type (and ideally the same NCF treatmen) to ensure consistent performance throughout the chain.
Furutech cables and connectors benefit from a break-in period. Expect them to sound slightly closed-in or edgy at first. After 100 hours of dynamic playback performance will noticeably improve, with many users finding that 300+ hours allows the full clarity, tonal balance, and natural flow to shine through.
Yes. Furutech connectors are engineered with premium conductors, tight-tolerance machining, and either gold or rhodium plating to maximise contact integrity and conductivity. The result is reduced resistance, lower signal loss, and a cleaner audio path, allowing your system to reveal more of the music’s detail and dynamics.