Shunyata Research Omega QR Mains Power Cable - 2m

Shunyata Research Omega QR Mains Power Cable - 2m

The Omega QR is the crowning achievement of Shunyata Research's work in power cables, featuring all of its flagship technologies. Featuring Shunyata Research's patented QR/BB™ technology, borrowed from their industry-leading power distribution products, the Omega QR is designed to power even the largest of mono block amplifiers directly from the wall, and comes with 3 DF-SS Cable Elevators included. Like any Shunyata cable, the Omega QR-s also undergoes 4 days of their proprietary KPIP processing.

Please note: for the QR version, C15 is the standard termination. C19 connector will carry a lead time of 3-4 weeks.

What Shunyata Research say

Shunyata Research’s Caelin Gabriel was given a challenge. Create a design platform that would finally answer the question, “What level of performance is actually achievable from power cord technology?”. Remove any and all constraints regarding construction time and difficulty and ignore cost limitations to produce the ultimate power cord.

The Omega QR is the result of that research project that spanned more than 3 years, involving literally hundreds of tests, designs and construction solutions. The Omega QR is essentially a power conditioner within the confines of a power cord. The patented QR/BB™ and NIC™ technologies are miniaturized versions from Shunyata Research’s award-winning power conditioners.

The Omega QR represents an ultimate power cord design template by which all other power products must be judged in terms of verifiable science and performance.

The Omega QR is the barometer of what is possible when an entirety of one great company’s intellectual, science, and parts technologies are combined into one iconic design.

APPLICATIONS

The Omega QR is a legitimate power conditioner in a cable. The patented QR/BB™ technology that drives Shunyata Research’s reference power conditioners is now available in a flexible cable that can be plugged directly into the wall socket. No intermediate chassis or boxes needed or the requisite extra power cable; fewer connections, more floor and rack space freed up.

The ideal application for the Omega QR is to power the world’s elite mono-block amplifiers. The QR/BB™ technology improves dynamics while the integrated NR technology reduces power line noise.

Shunyata Research’s exclusive NR (Noise Reduction) technology is a multi-stage filter network that measurably reduces power-line and component-generated noise, producing better purity of tone and clarity. It delivers a stunning background of silence to recordings, allowing the listener to hear into recordings as never before. Every nuance of meaningful content is revealed, bringing to life music’s most consequential moments as if the performers are in the room with the listener.

	DTCD™ Analysis is a technique that measures instantaneous current through low impedance electrical conductors and contacts. Shunyata Research uses it to optimize the design, specification, and construction of parts, conductors, noise circuits, and materials to ensure maximum current delivery performance. Shunyata Research’s skill at reducing impedance to improve dynamic instantaneous current is unparalleled. More than any other design parameter, DTCD™ allows listeners to experience life-like low-frequency performance from even the highest-current amplifiers as well as the immediacy and dynamic contrasts of a live musical performance.
	The ‌‌QR/BB™ is a patented device which dramatically enhances the perception of dynamic impact and timing when connected to amplifiers or other high-current electronics. The ‌‌QR/BB™ is unique in that it provides a local reserve of energy, or Coulomb charge, that mitigates the inductive reactance of the AC power line without using coils, transformers or capacitors. The ‌‌QR/BB™ acts as an instantaneous energy reserve when placed in-line with an AC power supply.
	The NIC™ (Noise Isolation Chamber) is a patented technology that reduces high frequency power line noise. NICs™ use a non-reactive ferroelectric substance that actually absorbs high frequency noise. This reduces noise without any of the negatives associated with power filter coils, capacitors and transformers. — Patent Number: US 8,658,892 —
	Shunyata Research has developed its own line of CopperCONN™ Carbon Fiber superior conductivity compared to bronze or brass type connectors. The internal contacts are culled from solid OFE copper and feature a high-tension, spring-loaded contact for a vice-like grip. This contributes to a measurable improvement in DTCD™ performance and a correspondingly obvious difference in audible performance. CopperCONN™ connectors have a measurably lower contact-junction resistance and are hermetically sealed with an inert compound that protects the contacts and wires from corrosion. This also ensures that the wires cannot become loose, fray or pull out from the head shell. This guarantees a lifetime of reliable performance that does not degrade over time.
	ArNi® wire was designed by Shunyata Research to be the finest quality wire available. It begins with the highest purity of copper and silver metals available, including Ohno (single crystal), PCOCC silver and OFE C0101 conductors. Fluorocarbon dielectrics, usually only found in aerospace applications that have exceptional electrical characteristics including extremely low dielectric absorption, high dielectric strength and superb heat resistance. When used in digital wiring it significantly reduces transient energy storage and release which affects phase noise performance.
	VTX-Ag cables are uniquely constructed with both an inner, center conductor made of pure silver and an outer concentric ring conductor made of pure copper. It is made using the finest fluorocarbon insulation to minimize dielectric absorption and re-radiation which translates to an improvement in resolution and clarity. VTX-Ag delivers the speed and clarity of silver and the midrange warmth and three dimensional power in the lower octaves of copper without imparting any of the negatives associated with either metal.
	Shunyata Research uses only the highest purity of copper available for the production of its wire products. OFE Alloy 101 or C10100 is the highest grade of copper with a minimum 99.99% purity and a conductivity rating of 101% IACS. OFE stands for oxygen-free electrolytic and supersedes the term OFHC (oxygen-free high conductivity). C10100 is the only grade of copper that comes with a written certification of purity.
	Simple crimping, soldering, brazing and screws are all inferior methods of joining two wires or terminals together. Sonic welding uses high-energy sonic waves to literally join two metals together at a molecular level and cold-welding uses high-energy pneumatic pressure to bond metals. Shunyata Research uses both methods to secure connections that do not degrade over time.
	Fluorocarbon dielectrics are usually only found in wire used in the aerospace industry, satellites and only the most expensive audiophile cabling. It has special electrical characteristics; very low dielectric absorption, high dielectric strength and exceptional heat resistance. When used in audio and power cables is reduces the perception of dynamic compression and it improves sonic low-level resolution and clarity.
	Kinetic Phase Inversion Processing was developed by Caelin Gabriel after years of research into the underlying causes of various effects such as burn-in, wire directionality and the effects of cryogenic treatment. He discovered that there was an underlying core principle that burn-in and cryogenics only partially addressed. Once the governing principle was understood it became possible to create a processor that reduces the need for long burn-in periods and eliminates the effects of cryogenic treatment. Four-days of continuous KPIP™ processing dramatically reduces the sonic ups and downs associated with burn-in, delivering a relaxed and natural presentation.

DF-SS ELEVATORS INCLUDED

Vibration control is an essential element in extracting the best performance from Omega QR. Therefore, the Omega QR is supplied with Shunyata Research’s exclusive cable suspension elevators: DF-SS Cable Elevators.

Specification

• Cable Type: VTX-Ag 06
• Connectors: CopperCONN™ Pure Copper Carbon-Fiber
• Noise Reduction: > 12db differential mode reduction
• Patented Technologies
  • QR/BB™ Patent Number: US 10,031,536
  • NIC™ Patent Number
• KPIP Processing: 4-days
• Standard Length: 1.75 meters
• Dimensions:
  • Length: 2.0m
  • Weight: 1.45kg (2.3lbs)
  • Diameter: 32.8mm
• Safety Assurance:
  • Continuity and polarity tests – by two technicians
  • HiPOT tests insulation breakdown @ 4,500 VAC
• Please Note: We are unable to ship this item for International orders where a local Shunyata Research distributor is available

About Shunyata Research

Founded in 1997 by Caelin Gabriel, Shunyata Research is a science and research-based company dedicated to enhancing the music listening experience. Gabriel's passion for improving his audio system led to the creation of Shunyata Research, which has since grown into an internationally acclaimed high-performance electrical and cabling system manufacturer. Shunyata Research empowers signal-critical electronic systems to achieve unprecedented performance levels, focusing on removing noise, optimising signal paths, and eliminating impedance. Shunyata Research's state-of-the-art manufacturing and design facility spans 18,000 square feet and is located just outside Seattle, in Washington State. The company offers a comprehensive range of products across various categories, including digital cables such as USB cables, audio cables, power cables, grounding products, and power distributors.

Shunyata Research's cable offerings encompass multiple ranges tailored to meet different performance needs. From the entry-level Venom range, the lineup progresses through the Delta, Alpha, and Sigma ranges and culminates in the top-tier Omega range. This comprehensive selection ensures customers can find the ideal cables to optimise their audio-visual systems. In addition to cables, Shunyata Research excels in power distribution solutions. The company offers power distributors in various tiers, including the entry-level Venom and Hydra models and the advanced Denali series. At the pinnacle of its range, Shunyata Research presents the Everest series, designed to deliver the ultimate power distribution performance.

Shunyata Research's commitment to innovation is evident through its intellectual properties, customised parts and materials, and substantial scientific research and measurement investments. This dedication sets their products apart, resulting in critical acclaim and endorsements from renowned recording studios, mastering engineers, hospitals, and medical professionals worldwide.

With over 10 patents and numerous additional patents pending, Caelin Gabriel's technical expertise and unorthodox insights have shaped Shunyata Research's unique approach to audio-visual solutions. Drawing from his background in philosophy, transcendental meditation, and the study of divergent thinkers, Gabriel brings a distinctive perspective to the company's endeavours.

Experience the transformative power of Shunyata Research's electrical and cabling systems at Future Shop. Whether you seek to optimise your audio-visual setup or require cutting-edge solutions for professional recording, film, or medical applications, Shunyata Research is dedicated to delivering unparalleled performance and unrivalled quality.