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Van Den Hul The Integration Audio Cable
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Van Den Hul The Integaration
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The INTEGRATION HYBRID is a triple shielded quadruple core audio interconnect suitable for both balanced and unbalanced use.
Van Den Hul The Integration Audio Cable
The INTEGRATION HYBRID is a triple shielded quadruple core audio interconnect suitable for both balanced and unbalanced use. Having integrated all our experience, knowledge and technology into this first “FUSION SERIES” cable, it seemed quite logical to call it: “The INTEGRATION HYBRID”. As with all products under our FUSION SERIES, in The INTEGRATION HYBRID our new developed highly advanced FUSION conductor material is combined together with our well proven Linear Structured Carbon ® technology. The INTEGRATION HYBRID’s design is based on our world-wide highly acclaimed D - 102 III HYBRID.
In The INTEGRATION HYBRID the two stranded metal cores have been replaced by four stranded “Fusion Technology” conductors in a so-called star quad configuration. For the rest all excellent qualities have been maintained, like the applied hybrid technology (where the conductors are embedded in a conductive layer containing our Linear Structured Carbon ®) and the very effective triple layered shielding. And of course its gold coloured jacket is made of HULLIFLEX ®. The INTEGRATION HYBRID’s audiophile properties are very close to our other toppers The SECOND ® and MC - GOLD HYBRID. There is no sign of any sonic harshness or lack of definition. Compared to any regular metal cable the highest musical resolution possible now has been achieved! Next to its regular application in audio systems The INTEGRATION HYBRID is perfectly suited for allround use as a musical instrument or microphone cable
Features:
- Van Den Hul The Integration Audio Cable
- Length: 0.8m
- The cable exhibits an extremely pure and natural sound
- The cable’s low parasitic capacitance presents a low load to the signal source so long runs can be used
- The cable’s internal star quad configuration and its triple shielding render it highly immune to noise
- And last but not least the cable is mechanically very robust: Its “Fusion Technology” conductors are strong and are much less susceptible to breakage due to frequent bending than the standard found copper. Its rugged and hardwearing HULLIFLEX ® jacket furthermore forms an excellent protection
The INTEGRATION HYBRID is not available on reels or in specified lengths without connectors for do-it-yourself cable making.
Specifications:
- Cable Type: Triple screened quadruple core / star quad (Balanced)
- Conductor Material: FUSION TECHNOLOGY: amorphous Cu/Zn/Ag alloy + HYBRID: Linear Structured Carbon ® saturated layer(s)
- Design Purpose/ Application Area(s): Balanced and unbalanced audio interconnect; Microphone and musical instrument cable
- Eff. Conductor Ø/Eq. AWG No./Strands: Cores: 0.16 mm_ / Cores: ~AWG 25 / Cores: 7; Screen: 180
- External Diameter / Dimensions: 7.8 mm
- Resistance 20 °C / 68 °F: Cores: 0.43 Ohm/m.; Screen: 0.62 Ohm/100 m
- Capacitance: 86 pF/m. (in balanced star quad mode)
- Characteristic Impedance: ~110 Ohm (in balanced star quad mode); Allows AES-EBU standard digital audio transmission
- Insulation / Dielectric Strength / Test Voltage: Cores: PE foam; Jacket: HULLIFLEX ® 4 / 300 Vrms min
- Connector Types Suitable: Our RCA type C - 8.0; Neutrik XLR; Neutrik 1/4" (6.3 mm.) Jack/Phone plug; Custom mountable on ordered lengths
- Standard Sales Units / Lengths: Stereo pair packed with RCA (unbalanced) or XLR (balanced) connectors in 0.8 & 1.0m
- Jacket Colours Available: Gold tone
- Remarks: Connectors need to be factory mounted. RCA connector terminated units are equipped with a ground-end marking sticker
Specifications:
- Cable Type: Triple screened quadruple core / star quad (Balanced)
- Conductor Material: FUSION TECHNOLOGY: amorphous Cu/Zn/Ag alloy + HYBRID: Linear Structured Carbon ® saturated layer(s)
- Design Purpose/ Application Area(s): Balanced and unbalanced audio interconnect; Microphone and musical instrument cable
- Eff. Conductor Ø/Eq. AWG No./Strands: Cores: 0.16 mm_ / Cores: ~AWG 25 / Cores: 7; Screen: 180
- External Diameter / Dimensions: 7.8 mm
- Resistance 20 °C / 68 °F: Cores: 0.43 Ohm/m.; Screen: 0.62 Ohm/100 m
- Capacitance: 86 pF/m. (in balanced star quad mode)
- Characteristic Impedance: ~110 Ohm (in balanced star quad mode); Allows AES-EBU standard digital audio transmission
- Insulation / Dielectric Strength / Test Voltage: Cores: PE foam; Jacket: HULLIFLEX ® 4 / 300 Vrms min
- Connector Types Suitable: Our RCA type C - 8.0; Neutrik XLR; Neutrik 1/4" (6.3 mm.) Jack/Phone plug; Custom mountable on ordered lengths
- Standard Sales Units / Lengths: Stereo pair packed with RCA (unbalanced) or XLR (balanced) connectors in 0.8 & 1.0m
- Jacket Colours Available: Gold tone
- Remarks: Connectors need to be factory mounted. RCA connector terminated units are equipped with a ground-end marking sticker
We use Royal Mail 1st Class services for our Standard Delivery.
Orders received before 4.30 pm Monday to Friday are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. This does not apply to custom-length cables and speaker cables as these require a longer timescale to terminate. This also excludes all cables selected for the burn-in service. Please note, we do not process orders on national holidays in the UK. Over 98% of our orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays. In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Future Shop. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD Local or DHL for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order subject to stock availability. For international orders, we use FedEx or DHL services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths may be subject to longer deliver time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at Future Shop
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
UK Postal & Delivery Charges - FIRST CLASS
Free UK delivery on all orders over £99*
| Weight | Price (FIRST CLASS UK POSTAGE) |
|---|---|
| 0000g – 1000g | £ 3.95 |
| 1000g – 1400g | £ 4.95 |
| 1400g – 1800g | £ 5.95 |
| 1800g – 2000g | £ 6.95 |
| 2000g – 3000g | £ 8.95 |
* Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or DHL next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or DHL.
Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
For the Next Day Special Delivery service, orders must be received by Future Shop by 4.30pm weekdays. Orders after the 4.30pm deadline cannot be guaranteed for same day dispatch.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are not subject to 20% VAT after December 31st 2020 and therefore the 20% VAT on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
The customer will be liable for the VAT at the local VAT rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee if applicable. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 5 working days.
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7-10 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe.
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours.
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the UK are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you log-in, register or proceed to place an order.
If applicable, the customer will be liable for the taxes at the local tax rate, duty on the import and the brokerage service fee. This may need to be paid in advance to your local Customs & Excise office or the delivery company before your order can be delivered.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 7 to 10 working days.
- Royal Mail Standard International Mail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
- Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets at our discretion.
We reserve the right to change your shipping method without notification if you select a method that we cannot use for your shipment (for instance, we cannot ship via postal services for items over 2 Kg to International destinations). If we need to change your shipping method, we will choose the least expensive shipping method for your order.
Customer Questions
Enhance Your Experience: Free Cable Burn-In Service with Nordost VIDAR Machine
Please take note of the following details regarding our cable burn-in service:
- Cable Compatibility: We regret to inform you that we cannot burn-in cables with stripped bare ends or BFA plugs. In order for cables to undergo the burn-in process, they should be terminated or have connectors.
- Timing: Cables will be burnt in for the selected period after processing your order. For custom-length cables, the burn-in process will occur after they have been terminated by the manufacturer or our engineers unless specified otherwise in the product description.
- Availability: Future Shop provides our cable burn-in service free of charge, but its availability is at our discretion. While we strive to fulfil all burn-in requests for the specified time periods, please understand that during exceptionally busy periods, we may be unable to meet the demand due to limited connections on the Nordost Vidar cable conditioning machines.
The Nordost VIDAR cable burn-in machine integrates three key functions into one operation:
- Charge Neutralisation: It eliminates charges that accumulate around the cables and their insulation, ensuring a more balanced electrical environment.
- Deep Conditioning: The machine provides a wide band and deep conditioning process that affects the conductor core, resulting in changes to the signal transmission through the metal. This deep conditioning enhances the cable's performance.
- Ultrasonic Surface Conditioning: The VIDAR machine utilizes ultrasonic waves to condition the surface of the conductors, optimizing their contact and overall conductivity.
The VIDAR employs a proprietary combination of composite and complex signals to condition the cables. These signals comprise ultra-low and ultra-high frequencies, extending beyond the range of video frequencies. The signal moves back and forth along the cable, penetrating deep into the core with ultra-low frequencies and traversing the surface with ultra-high frequencies. This transmission method generates beat harmonics between the two complex waveforms, which permeate all layers of the cable. The circuitry of the VIDAR also drives electrons from the conductor into the insulation area, neutralizing electrical charges.
So, what does this all mean for you?
The ultimate outcome of conditioning cables with the Nordost VIDAR is improved sound staging, increased detail, and an overall more musical presentation in your audio system.
Now, you may wonder why cable burn-in is necessary. During cable manufacturing, gasses become trapped as insulation is applied over the conductors. Additionally, new cables often possess high electrical charges, resulting in a brittle and bright sound that lacks the desired detail and depth for music production.
When cables undergo burn-in, the trapped gasses are dissipated, and small impurities in the conductor metals begin to exhibit diode-like behaviour, favouring current flow in a specific direction.
Here are the physical effects of the burn-in process:
- Charge Neutralisation: The burn-in process neutralizes charges in the conductors and insulation, promoting a more balanced electrical environment.
- Wide Bandwidth Frequencies: The conditioning affects how signals pass through the metal, enabling a wider range of frequencies to penetrate all cable layers.
- Signal Transmission: The burn-in process establishes the directionality of the cable, optimizing signal transmission from one end to the other.
When cables are properly burnt in, you can expect the following audible changes in your audio system:
- Fuller and Natural Sound: Your system should be capable of producing a more immersive and realistic performance with a fuller and more natural sound.
- Increased Detail: You may notice enhanced details and nuances in the music, allowing you to perceive subtle elements that were previously hidden.
- Improved Soundstage: The dimensionality of your system's soundstage can be greatly improved, creating a more spacious and immersive listening experience.
At Future Shop, our goal is to maximise your satisfaction. That's why we offer a free burn-in service on all our cables before they arrive at your door, enabling you to sit back and enjoy the benefits of properly conditioned cables in your audio system.
READ MORE ABOUT THE NORDOST VIDAR CABLE TREATMENT
Customer Reviews
5 /5.0 of 5 Reviews
It suits well between my Vincent SA-T1 Preamp and .....
Bjă¸Rn Hee Jensen
24 Nov 2016
Verified Buyer
It suits well between my Vincent SA-T1 Preamp and Nuforce STA 100 Poweramplifier.By comparison to Van den Hul D102MKIII it has a more natural and organic sound especially in the treble but of course that depends on your equipment.
I recently bought a set of 1.0m Integration interc.....
John Wilkes
7 Oct 2016
Verified Buyer
I recently bought a set of 1.0m Integration interconnects for vinyl side of my hi-fi system and was immediately pleased with the sound.
What became very interesting was the superior sound coming from my vinyl to that from my, not insignificant, digital front end.
Curiosity tweaked, a friend and I sat down to do an A-B comparison using my vinyl front end and swapping interconnects (Integration vs those used in the digital set up). Mystery solved... the Integration produced a far more detailed, spacious, natural and controlled sound than the Van den Hul Orchid interconnects I'd been using.
Comparison over, I was immediately online and ordering 2 sets of 0.8m Integration interconnects for my digital set up.
They are now installed and producing a wonderfully detailed, controlled and natural sound.
At the price, they a very strong recommend and a sonic bargain.
What became very interesting was the superior sound coming from my vinyl to that from my, not insignificant, digital front end.
Curiosity tweaked, a friend and I sat down to do an A-B comparison using my vinyl front end and swapping interconnects (Integration vs those used in the digital set up). Mystery solved... the Integration produced a far more detailed, spacious, natural and controlled sound than the Van den Hul Orchid interconnects I'd been using.
Comparison over, I was immediately online and ordering 2 sets of 0.8m Integration interconnects for my digital set up.
They are now installed and producing a wonderfully detailed, controlled and natural sound.
At the price, they a very strong recommend and a sonic bargain.