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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.
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