{"product_id":"esprit-eterna-xlr-balanced-interconnect-cable","title":"Esprit Eterna XLR Interconnect (Pair) – Handmade in France","description":"\u003cp\u003eRichard Cesari turns to silver and copper, among the finest conductors on the planet at room temperature, when he designs an XLR interconnect. He calls the choice of metals in an XLR interconnect a matter of coherence rather than luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEsprit Eterna XLR Balanced Interconnect\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pair of balanced interconnects from Esprit's Eterna range. Esprit hand-builds the Eterna XLR interconnect in Confolens, Charente, in 0.6, 1.2, 1.8 and 2.4 m pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Instruments hung in their rightful places and were choreographed with pinpoint accuracy.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— David Robson, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hifipig.com\/esprit-eterna-cable-loom-speaker-rca-and-xlr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHifi Pig\u003c\/a\u003e, reviewing the previous-generation Eterna loom (2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA reference since 1999\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eterna name has been an Esprit reference since 1999, and the Eterna XLR interconnect belongs to its tenth generation. Esprit calls this generation a turning point because it is where dielectric polarization arrives, and the Eterna XLR interconnect benefits from it. As Esprit explains it, polarization stabilizes the electrostatic environment of the Eterna XLR interconnect and preserves the integrity of its signal with greater coherence. Esprit describes Eterna links as built on reinforced conductor density and optimized dielectrics, often with air insulation and more evolved shielding, the brief behind the Eterna XLR interconnect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade in Confolens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit's team designs and assembles the Eterna XLR interconnect by hand in its workshop in Confolens, Charente. Richard Cesari insists that assembly counts as much as materials, so each Eterna XLR interconnect is checked at every stage of the work. The first complete check of the Eterna XLR interconnect is made by the person who built it, and nothing moves on until it has been validated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit hears a clear gain in silence, image depth and precision at the Eterna level, and it describes the Eterna XLR interconnect as more open, more nuanced and more immersive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eterna XLR interconnect combines PVC and silicone insulation: Esprit associates the firmer PVC with density and bass weight, and the softer silicone with a more fluid, open midrange and treble. Polarization on the Eterna XLR interconnect holds its insulators under a continuous voltage so they stay in a stable state, which Esprit links to clearer micro-detail, a more structured stage and greater fluidity. Its connectors are Esprit's own Eh 100 type, built around a pure copper body and center pin with 10-micron silver plating, because Esprit designs a connector on the Eterna XLR interconnect as an extension of the conductor itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eterna XLR interconnect is level 4 of Esprit's nine, above Celesta and below Aura. The Eterna XLR interconnect comes in 0.6, 1.2, 1.8 and 2.4 m lengths. Tell us about your components and we'll gladly help you settle on the right Eterna XLR interconnect. To compare the Eterna XLR interconnect with its neighbors, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/esprit\"\u003eEsprit collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEterna, Generation 10 (GenX), level 4 of 9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXLR Balanced Interconnect Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6 m (2.0 ft), 1.2 m (3.9 ft), 1.8 m (5.9 ft), 2.4 m (7.9 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEsprit Eh 100 connectors: pure copper body and center pin with 10-micron silver plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDielectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsymmetrical twisted dielectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDielectric polarization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Temperature polyvinyl chloride (PVC) + Silicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-floating, full + partially shielded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 micron copper\/silver multilayer plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfolens, France, assembled entirely by hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Eterna XLR interconnect differ from the Celesta XLR interconnect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eterna XLR interconnect sits one level above the Celesta XLR interconnect. Compared with the Celesta XLR interconnect, the Eterna XLR interconnect uses Eh 100 connectors in place of Eh 50, dielectric polarization and asymmetrical twisted dielectric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Eterna XLR interconnect use dielectric polarization?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Esprit lists the polarization of the Eterna XLR interconnect as \"Yes\". On the Eterna XLR interconnect, a continuous voltage keeps the insulators in a stable state, which Esprit says limits dielectric relaxation and absorption for more coherent, quieter transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich length of the Eterna XLR interconnect should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the run between the two components and add a little slack so the Eterna XLR interconnect is not under tension. The Eterna XLR interconnect comes in 0.6, 1.2, 1.8 and 2.4 m pairs, and a short, direct run is usually the simplest choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the Eterna XLR interconnect cost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eterna XLR interconnect is $2,399 for 0.6 m, $3,199 for 1.2 m, $3,999 for 1.8 m and $4,799 for 2.4 m per pair. Sales tax is included in the price of the Eterna XLR interconnect, and we deliver it free anywhere in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Eterna XLR interconnect made, and when will it ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit builds every Eterna XLR interconnect by hand in its workshop in Confolens, France. The Eterna XLR interconnect usually ships in about 2 weeks, with free delivery anywhere in the USA and sales tax included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom our boutique to your listening room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiFi Boutique is an authorized Esprit dealer. Delivery is free anywhere in the USA, and sales tax is included in the price. Hand-built in France — usually ships in about 2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Esprit","offers":[{"title":"0.6 m","offer_id":50771324731589,"sku":"ESP-ETE-XLR-06","price":2399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.2 m","offer_id":50771324764357,"sku":"ESP-ETE-XLR-12","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.8 m","offer_id":50771324797125,"sku":"ESP-ETE-XLR-18","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.4 m","offer_id":50771324829893,"sku":"ESP-ETE-XLR-24","price":4799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/esprit_IMG_0256.webp?v=1792615014","url":"https:\/\/www.hifiboutique.us\/products\/esprit-eterna-xlr-balanced-interconnect-cable","provider":"HiFi Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}