The Master Live

Discover the next evolution of personal audio. The Master Live by TARA Labs is a revolutionary advancement in signal transfer designed to bridge the gap between recorded audio and a live performance. Custom hand-crafted in Oregon, USA, this cable is engineered for the audiophile who demands absolute transparency, holographic imaging, and a life-like musicality.

Engineering the Perfect Signal

At the heart of the Master Live lies TARA Labs’ proprietary SA-OF8N (Super-Annealed, Oxygen-Free, 99.999999% pure) copper. These Gen2 Rectangular Solid Core (RSC) conductors are mono-crystal and frequency-tuned to provide a path of least resistance for your music.

• Zero Noise, Pure Music: Our customized geometric construction virtually eliminates internal micro-phonics and transient triboelectric noise.

• The 8N Advantage: Utilizing 8-nines pure copper ensures that every nuance—from the subtle breath of a vocalist to the decaying ring of a cymbal—is preserved.

• Lifetime Reliability: Proudly hand-crafted in the USA and backed by a lifetime guarantee.

The Sonic Profile

The Master Live is designed to disappear, leaving only the music behind. Whether you are listening to 24-bit high-resolution digital files (FLAC, WAV, ALAC) or the organic warmth of high-end vinyl, the Master Live ignites your listening experience with:

• Expansive Soundstage: A holographic, spacious, and precise soundstage that places you in the center of the recording.

• Crystal Clarity: High-frequency extension and fine resolution of details without any harshness.

• Rich & Defined: A full, rich mid-range paired with “tight” bass that delivers both punch and texture.

• Authentic Timbre: Musicality that outlines images clearly, maintaining the natural timbre of every instrument.

Versatility & Connectivity

The Master Live is a complete system designed to be compatible with the world’s finest headphones and amplifiers.

Standard Configuration:

• Length: 2.4 meters (8 ft).

• Source Termination: Gold-plated 4-pin balanced XLR male.

• Included Adapters: Two 9-inch premium adapters:

  • 4-pin balanced XLR female to gold-plated 1/4” (6.3mm).

  • 4-pin balanced XLR female to gold-plated 3.5mm stereo.

Available Custom Terminations: We offer a wide array of high-quality terminations from Neutrik and Furutech to fit almost any headphone manufacturer, including:

• Sennheiser: HD800, HD650, HD600, HD580 series.

• Focal: Utopia (LEMO plugs).

• Specialty: MrSpeakers, 2.5mm mini mono, 3-pin and 4-pin mini XLR.

• Don’t see your headphone plug listed? Contact us for custom orders!

High-end audio components are only as strong as their weakest link. By eliminating the “veils” common in standard cabling, the Master Live allows your high-res music servers and analog rigs to reach their full potential. Hear your music as it was truly intended.

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.