The Zero Gold Gen2 w/HFX Ground Station

The original TARA Labs Zero Gold is widely regarded as one of the most successful and decorated audio interconnects in history. With the Zero Gold Generation 2, we haven’t just updated a classic—we’ve redefined it.

By integrating trickle-down technology from our flagship Zero Evolution, the Gen 2 offers a profound leap in performance, a significant increase in physical flexibility, and a more accessible price point than ever before.


Breakthrough Performance & Engineering

The Zero Gold Gen 2 features a completely reimagined, proprietary air-dielectric construction. While TARA Labs pioneered air-dielectric technology in 1986, the Gen 2 pushes the boundary further.

  • Rectangular Solid Core® (RSC®): Unlike standard round conductors that suffer from skin effect, our RSC conductors are precisely “seated” within specialized small air-tubes™.

  • Ultra-Low Capacitance: Operating at an astounding 4 pF, this cable minimizes signal loss and phase distortion to near-zero levels.

  • Enhanced Bandwidth: Experience an unrestricted frequency response that reveals the finest nuances in your recordings.

  • HFX Ground Station: Includes TARA Labs’ signature HFX floating ground station system to eliminate RF/EMI interference and lower the noise floor to an infinitesimal level.


The Sonic Experience: Holographic Realism

The Zero Gold Gen 2 creates a listening environment that is nothing short of breathtaking. Its sonic signature is characterized by:

  • Holographic Imaging: A vast, three-dimensional soundstage that places instruments and vocalists with pinpoint accuracy.

  • High-Frequency Detail: Exceptional extension and “air” without a hint of grain or harshness.

  • Rich, Full-Bodied Bass: A bottom end characterized by “bloom” and organic warmth, providing a foundation that feels powerful and alive.

  • Exceptional Low Noise Floor: The HFX system ensures that the space between the notes is pitch-black, allowing micro-dynamics to shine.


Modern Practicality

For those familiar with the rigidity of the original Zero Gold, the Generation 2 will be a revelation. We have engineered this cable to be completely flexible, ensuring easy installation in tight rack spaces and complex home audio configurations without sacrificing its structural integrity or shielding.


Specifications at a Glance

Feature Specification
Conductor Type Rectangular Solid Core® (RSC®)
Dielectric Proprietary Air-Tube™ Technology
Capacitance 4 pF (per foot)
Grounding Included HFX Ground Station System
Flexibility High-Flex Generation 2 Design