Wireworld Starlight Cat 8 Ethernet Cable - Special Offer
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Wireworld Starlight Cat 8 Ethernet Cable
The first of its kind, the Starlight Ethernet utilizes an innovative new conductor geometry that supports higher transmission speeds for the most lifelike reproduction of streamed music and video. Patent pending Tite-Shield™ Technology improves the most critical parameters of digital signal transmission thereby increasing speed and fidelity over standard ethernet cable design.
Specification:
- Design: Tite-Shield Technology : 100 Ohms
- Signal Conductors: 23AWG | 0.26 sq. mm
- Conductor Material: Silver-clad OFC
- Insulation: Composilex 2
- Plug Contacts: 24K Gold-plated
- Lifetime Warranty
About Wireworld Cable
Wireworld Cable Technology, based in the USA, is a globally recognised provider of high-quality cables and interconnects. Founded in 1992 by David Salz, the company has committed itself to improving the enjoyment of music and movies by creating cables that minimise signal loss and preserve waveform integrity.
Wireworld's innovative approach to cable design has led to numerous patented technologies that have redefined performance standards in the industry. From HDMI, USB, Ethernet, and power conditioning cords to an array of audio cables, Wireworld offers a comprehensive product range that caters to every conceivable need in audio and video systems.
Each Wireworld cable is meticulously engineered, with unique design features such as the DNA Helix conductor geometry and the Symmetricon HDMI design. The application of such breakthrough technologies has enabled Wireworld to produce cables that provide the closest approach to a direct connection.
Central to Wireworld's philosophy is an unyielding commitment to testing and evaluation. Utilising a proprietary cable comparator, the company continually refines its products, aiming for sonic neutrality and replicating the original waveform.
Wireworld's commitment to quality and performance has garnered global acclaim, with its products frequently featured in prestigious audio and home theatre publications. Their steadfast dedication to enhancing the consumer audio-video experience makes Wireworld Cable Technology a preferred choice for audiophiles, music lovers, and movie enthusiasts worldwide.
About Wireworld Cables
American cable designer developing its products with a patented cable comparator, aiming to keep the original waveform intact.
Wireworld is an American cable company led by designer David Salz, and its products span audio, HDMI, USB, Ethernet and power. Development rests on the Cable Comparator, a proprietary test device covered by a US patent, and on conductor and insulation designs such as DNA Helix and Composilex.
Read more about Wireworld Show less
A conductor geometry with its own name
DNA Helix, short for Delineated Neutralizing Array, is Wireworld's conductor geometry. Wireworld says its cables are designed to minimise signal loss and preserve waveform integrity, aiming for the closest approach to a direct connection, and it uses the comparator to check each design against that target and against sonic neutrality.
Insulation and metals chosen with care
Wireworld names its materials in its own documentation. Conductors are oxygen-free copper or, where silver is used, Ohno Continuous-Cast solid silver at 99.99999 per cent purity. The insulators are DuPont Delrin, and Composilex 5 is the fifth generation of Wireworld's own insulation.
A design for each type of connection
Wireworld makes cables for HDMI, USB, Ethernet, power and audio. UNI-PATH is its approach to digital cables, FLUXFIELD is its approach to power cables, Symmetricon is its HDMI design, and the Silver-Tube plugs are covered by a US patent, so the plug on the end of the cable is part of the design too.
Why we stock Wireworld
We took Wireworld on in 2007 for their flat cable designs. The flat geometry on the HDMI and power cables was doing something different to the round cables everyone else was building, cutting crosstalk and holding signal integrity over longer runs. That was the reason we took them on and it is still the reason we sell them.
Specification:
- Design: Tite-Shield Technology : 100 Ohms
- Signal Conductors: 23AWG | 0.26 sq. mm
- Conductor Material: Silver-clad OFC
- Insulation: Composilex 2
- Plug Contacts: 24K Gold-plated
- Lifetime Warranty
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) |
| 0g - 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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wireworld Starlight Cat 8 Ethernet Cable
The first of its kind, the Starlight Ethernet utilizes an innovative new conductor geometry that supports higher transmission speeds for the most lifelike reproduction of streamed music and video. Patent pending Tite-Shield™ Technology improves the most critical parameters of digital signal transmission thereby increasing speed and fidelity over standard ethernet cable design.
Specification:
- Design: Tite-Shield Technology : 100 Ohms
- Signal Conductors: 23AWG | 0.26 sq. mm
- Conductor Material: Silver-clad OFC
- Insulation: Composilex 2
- Plug Contacts: 24K Gold-plated
- Lifetime Warranty
About Wireworld Cable
Wireworld Cable Technology, based in the USA, is a globally recognised provider of high-quality cables and interconnects. Founded in 1992 by David Salz, the company has committed itself to improving the enjoyment of music and movies by creating cables that minimise signal loss and preserve waveform integrity.
Wireworld's innovative approach to cable design has led to numerous patented technologies that have redefined performance standards in the industry. From HDMI, USB, Ethernet, and power conditioning cords to an array of audio cables, Wireworld offers a comprehensive product range that caters to every conceivable need in audio and video systems.
Each Wireworld cable is meticulously engineered, with unique design features such as the DNA Helix conductor geometry and the Symmetricon HDMI design. The application of such breakthrough technologies has enabled Wireworld to produce cables that provide the closest approach to a direct connection.
Central to Wireworld's philosophy is an unyielding commitment to testing and evaluation. Utilising a proprietary cable comparator, the company continually refines its products, aiming for sonic neutrality and replicating the original waveform.
Wireworld's commitment to quality and performance has garnered global acclaim, with its products frequently featured in prestigious audio and home theatre publications. Their steadfast dedication to enhancing the consumer audio-video experience makes Wireworld Cable Technology a preferred choice for audiophiles, music lovers, and movie enthusiasts worldwide.
About Wireworld Cables
American cable designer developing its products with a patented cable comparator, aiming to keep the original waveform intact.
Wireworld is an American cable company led by designer David Salz, and its products span audio, HDMI, USB, Ethernet and power. Development rests on the Cable Comparator, a proprietary test device covered by a US patent, and on conductor and insulation designs such as DNA Helix and Composilex.
Read more about Wireworld Show less
A conductor geometry with its own name
DNA Helix, short for Delineated Neutralizing Array, is Wireworld's conductor geometry. Wireworld says its cables are designed to minimise signal loss and preserve waveform integrity, aiming for the closest approach to a direct connection, and it uses the comparator to check each design against that target and against sonic neutrality.
Insulation and metals chosen with care
Wireworld names its materials in its own documentation. Conductors are oxygen-free copper or, where silver is used, Ohno Continuous-Cast solid silver at 99.99999 per cent purity. The insulators are DuPont Delrin, and Composilex 5 is the fifth generation of Wireworld's own insulation.
A design for each type of connection
Wireworld makes cables for HDMI, USB, Ethernet, power and audio. UNI-PATH is its approach to digital cables, FLUXFIELD is its approach to power cables, Symmetricon is its HDMI design, and the Silver-Tube plugs are covered by a US patent, so the plug on the end of the cable is part of the design too.
Why we stock Wireworld
We took Wireworld on in 2007 for their flat cable designs. The flat geometry on the HDMI and power cables was doing something different to the round cables everyone else was building, cutting crosstalk and holding signal integrity over longer runs. That was the reason we took them on and it is still the reason we sell them.
Specification:
- Design: Tite-Shield Technology : 100 Ohms
- Signal Conductors: 23AWG | 0.26 sq. mm
- Conductor Material: Silver-clad OFC
- Insulation: Composilex 2
- Plug Contacts: 24K Gold-plated
- Lifetime Warranty
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) |
| 0g - 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.
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.
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Wireworld Starlight Cat 8 Ethernet Cable - Special Offer
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Pros:
Well made, sturdy and looks good.
Improves sound by increasing clarity and removing a harshness in the upper mids/treble.
Cons:
Quite stiff and tricky to route around the back of hifi equipment in a way that keeps things neat and tidy.
Expensive, although Futureshop was £50 cheaper for a 2m length than their competitors.
Summary:
My wife and I sat down to A/B and compared this with my previous cable, and the most noticeable difference is being able to turn up the volume to a higher level before the sound becomes harsh. After plugging this cable in and setting the volume to a loud level for a few songs, I plugged the old cable back in and without adjusting the volume, the sound was now sibilant, harsh and unpleasant. My wife is not an "audiophile" and noticed the improvements.
Recommended; however, minus one star for the price.
If you are after acoustic instrument sound, you would be very pleased. Less noise, comfortable, relaxing sound, not tiring.
I have connected it to an extender, and it still works brilliantly.
The usual excellent service from Future Shop.
Everything was just better, especially with hi-res files. Another 6 months have passed and I thought why not go up another step. Did my research and decided on the WireWorld Starlight 8 cables. If it doesn't work, I can always return them. It is now 3 hours since installing and listening to everything under the sun, they are not going back! Bass reaches much lower and better defined. Voices sound more real and clearer. High frequencies are clearer, as if a veil has been lifted. Easier to listen to over a longer time. The soundstage seems deeper and the instruments are easy to place and differentiate. I wonder what will happen after they are burned in? If there was one outstanding thing it is how the bass is so much better which gives a warmer sound.
Although 3 times the price of the AQ Carbons they are worth every £. I highly recommend them. Futureshop is so easy to deal with.
Great online shop.
This wireworld cat 8 cable has replaced my previous Audioquest Cinammon as the link between switch and streamer (Linn Akurate DSM3).
I was a little concerned about spending £200 on this, but it has literally transformed the musical experience. Clarity and realism, smoothness, soundstage, all are improved. As soon as it was plugged in I knew that there was no going back. It was one of those immediate improvements which was so good that there was no need to swap between cables to check!
Based on the music I’m hearing with this starlight, I will one day try out the platinum version, but for now, I am so enjoying this :)
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