Why ‘ANTICABLES’
ANTICABLES are designed as the opposite of conventional audio cables.
Instead of thick jackets, cosmetic materials, or complex constructions, they focus on minimal mass, high-purity conductors, and controlled dielectric behavior.
By removing unnecessary materials, ANTICABLES preserve signal integrity and allow your system to sound as it actually is—neutral, transparent, and uncolored.
Materials
Copper
ANTICABLES use long-drawn, oxygen-free solid copper with approximately 5 parts per million (ppm) impurities.
This is significantly purer than standard ETP copper commonly used in magnet wire, which can contain up to 1,000 ppm impurities.
The result is higher conductivity, lower distortion, and long-term stability.
Silver
Select interconnect models are cryogenically treated.
Levels 3–4 use Ohno-cast solid silver conductors with approximately 10 ppm impurities, chosen for maximum resolution and transparency.
Solid-Core Design
ANTICABLES use solid-core conductors.
Solid wire eliminates the microscopic junctions found in stranded and Litz constructions, reducing distortion and preserving signal coherence.
The wire remains easy to shape and holds its position once installed.
Dielectric Control
Dielectric effect distortion occurs when insulation materials store and release energy, causing time-smearing.
Common plastics such as PVC increase this effect.
ANTICABLES use an ultra-thin red coating, with air as the primary dielectric, minimizing energy storage and preserving timing, dynamics, and soundstage integrity.
Durability
The red coating is intentionally thin while protecting the conductor from oxidation.
Under normal use, it does not wear off and prevents discoloration or long-term sonic degradation.
Like any precision component, damage is possible with sharp tools, but typical handling poses no issue.
Lengths
ANTICABLES can be used in unequal lengths.
Because dielectric distortion is minimal, differences in length do not meaningfully affect sound quality.
For multi-channel systems, keeping Left, Right, and Center channels within a 2:1 length ratio is recommended.
Break-in
Minimal break-in is required.
- Speaker wires: approximately 100 hours
- Interconnects: slightly longer due to lower signal levels
Performance is strong from the first installation.
Choosing a Level
- Level 1 – Classic Series
An excellent entry point; ideal for vintage gear or budget-conscious systems. - Level 2 – Performance Series
The overall sweet spot; smoother highs, better dynamics, and purer tone. - Level 3 – Reference Series
Highly resolving, dynamically capable, and still accessible. - Level 4 – Reference PLUS
Level 3 performance with premium KLEI or Xhadow connectors for maximum resolution.
Bi-Wiring
Bi-wiring depends on your speakers and system goals.
If your speakers support bi-wiring and you choose not to bi-wire, replacing stock brass jumpers with ANTICABLES Copper Jumpers is recommended.
Parallel Bi-Wiring
Our preferred method:
Bi-wire the speakers and connect ANTICABLES jumpers in parallel at the speaker terminals.
Two parallel 12-gauge runs behave similarly to a single 9-gauge conductor, improving bass control, dynamics, and overall coherence.
Directionality
Drawn metal wire is not perfectly symmetrical at the microscopic level.
ANTICABLES are marked for orientation. When installed as intended, listeners typically report smoother, more natural sound.
Worldwide Use
ANTICABLES are used in over 50 countries worldwide.
We ship internationally via priority mail. If standard mail service is available in your country, we can ship to you.