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Headphone cable
The Master Live
The Master Live uses Gen 2 Rectangular Solid Core conductors of SA-OF8N copper, in a construction that virtually eliminates microphonics and triboelectric noise.
It comes 2.4 m (8 ft) long with a balanced 4-pin XLR plug and two adapters, to 6.3 mm and 3.5 mm, with custom terminations for most headphones.
Hand-made to order in Medford, Oregon. Pricing is available from your authorized TARA Labs dealer.
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 midrange 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.
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Included Adapters: Two 9-inch premium adapters:
- 4-pin balanced XLR female to gold-plated 1/4″ (6.3 mm).
- 4-pin balanced XLR female to gold-plated 3.5 mm 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, 2.5 mm 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.
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