Phono cable

Grand Master Evolution Phono

with HFX Ground Station

The Grand Master Evolution Phono is TARA Labs’ flagship phono cable. It uses the Master Gen 3 conductor of 8N mono-crystal copper, hand-polished and frequency-tuned.

The Star-Ground System and HFX Ground Station let you optimize the shield and ground between cartridge, tonearm and preamp.

8N Rectangular Solid Core
Unmatched high-frequency extension & air
Ultra-Low Capacitance
Compatible with all cartridges regardless of voltage
Proprietary Shielding
Tight, visceral bass & a full, rich midrange
Spatial Tuning
Open imaging with wide, natural spatial cues

Hand-made to order in Medford, Oregon. Pricing is available from your authorized TARA Labs dealer.

The Master Gen3 Conductor: Pure Science, Pure Sound

At the heart of the Evolution lies the Master Gen3 Conductor. We utilize 8N purity copper (99.999999% oxygen-free), crafted into a mono-crystal, rectangular solid core. Each strand is hand-polished and frequency-tuned to eliminate the “strand-jumping” distortion common in traditional cables. The result is an unparalleled level of transparency and a soundstage that is nothing short of holographic.

Silence the Noise: The HFX Ground Station

Phono signals are the most delicate in any audio system. To protect them, we’ve integrated our proprietary Star-Ground System (SGS).

  • The HFX Advantage: Using a variety of mini-banana connections, the HFX Ground Station allows you to optimize the shield and ground arrangement between your cartridge, tonearm, and preamp.
  • Customized Performance: This system eliminates the hum and buzz caused by varying component formats, providing the lowest possible noise floor and allowing nuanced details to emerge from total silence.

Product Specifications & Features

  • Hand-crafted in the USA: Built by hand in Oregon and backed by a Lifetime Guarantee.
  • Universal Termination: Available in RCA, XLR, or 5-pin DIN to fit any high-end tonearm or preamp.
  • Neutral & Natural: Designed to be a “straight wire with gain,” offering unparalleled musicality without coloration.
  • The Flagship Standard: Used by world-class mastering engineers and audiophiles globally as the ultimate reference tool.

Expect tight, powerful bass, a rich midrange, and a holographic soundstage that places you directly in the front row of the performance.

For right-angle (90°) 5-Pin DIN terminations, choose “Style A” or “Style B” orientations (see images)

Specifications

8N Rectangular Solid Core
Unmatched high-frequency extension & air
Ultra-Low Capacitance
Compatible with all cartridges regardless of voltage
Proprietary Shielding
Tight, visceral bass & a full, rich midrange
Spatial Tuning
Open imaging with wide, natural spatial cues

The heritage of quality

Every TARA Labs cable is handmade to order in Oregon, USA. Our master technicians hand-polish each conductor to ensure an optimal interface. We believe in our craftsmanship so much that every cable comes with a Lifetime Guarantee.

Lifetime warranty

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