{"product_id":"esprit-eureka-xlr-balanced-interconnect-cable","title":"Esprit Eureka XLR Interconnect (Pair) – Handmade in France","description":"\u003cp\u003eA new Esprit XLR interconnect begins with patience. Richard Cesari describes the work as testing, listening and starting again, because changing one detail in an XLR interconnect moves the whole balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEsprit Eureka XLR Balanced Interconnect\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pair of balanced interconnects from Esprit's Eureka range. Esprit hand-builds the Eureka XLR interconnect in Confolens, Charente, in 0.6, 1.2, 1.8 and 2.4 m pairs. Like every current Esprit cable, the Eureka XLR interconnect belongs to Generation 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Eureka undoubtedly added more texture and density.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Joël Chevassus, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/6moons.com\/audioreviews2\/esprit4\/4.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e6moons\u003c\/a\u003e, reviewing the previous-generation Eureka loom (2018)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe idea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit sees Eureka as a decisive step, the range in which advanced filtering and stabilization reach every link, the Eureka XLR interconnect included. Its description of the range mentions very high conductor density, dielectrics chosen to suit each application, and air and Nomex insulation, the framework in which the Eureka XLR interconnect is built. Polarization is reinforced at this level, up to double polarization on some links, to make the Eureka XLR interconnect more coherent still. Eh 200 connectors complete the Eureka XLR interconnect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMade in Confolens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit's team designs and assembles the Eureka XLR interconnect by hand in its workshop in Confolens, Charente. Richard Cesari insists that assembly counts as much as materials, so each Eureka XLR interconnect is checked at every stage of the work. The first complete check of the Eureka XLR interconnect is made by the person who built it, and nothing moves on until it has been validated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eListening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit promises exceptional silence in operation from the Eureka XLR interconnect, with greater separation between the planes of the stage, remarkable precision and a rarely reached realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eureka 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. Air forms part of the insulation of the Eureka XLR interconnect, as specified: multilayer high-temperature polyvinyl chloride (PVC) + silicone on air + kynar. Polarization on the Eureka 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eureka XLR interconnect is level 7 of Esprit's nine, above Lumina and below Gaia. The Eureka 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 Eureka XLR interconnect. To compare the Eureka 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\u003eEureka, Generation 10 (GenX), level 7 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 200 connectors: pure copper body and center pin with 20-micron silver plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDielectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsymmetrical twisted dielectric on air\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\u003eMultilayer High-Temperature polyvinyl chloride (PVC) + Silicone on air + Kynar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-floating, triple full + partially shielded on air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 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 Eureka XLR interconnect differ from the Lumina XLR interconnect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eureka XLR interconnect sits one level above the Lumina XLR interconnect. Compared with the Lumina XLR interconnect, the Eureka XLR interconnect uses multilayer high-temperature PVC plus silicone on air plus Kynar insulation and shielding specified as non-floating, triple full plus partially shielded on air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Eureka XLR interconnect use dielectric polarization?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Esprit lists the polarization of the Eureka XLR interconnect as \"Yes\". On the Eureka 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 Eureka XLR interconnect should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the run between the two components and add a little slack so the Eureka XLR interconnect is not under tension. The Eureka 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 Eureka XLR interconnect cost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eureka XLR interconnect is $9,999 for 0.6 m, $13,999 for 1.2 m, $18,499 for 1.8 m and $22,999 for 2.4 m per pair. Sales tax is included in the price of the Eureka XLR interconnect, and we deliver it free anywhere in the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the Eureka XLR interconnect made, and when will it ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsprit builds every Eureka XLR interconnect by hand in its workshop in Confolens, France. The Eureka 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":50771324928197,"sku":"ESP-EUR-XLR-06","price":9999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.2 m","offer_id":50771324960965,"sku":"ESP-EUR-XLR-12","price":13999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1.8 m","offer_id":50771324993733,"sku":"ESP-EUR-XLR-18","price":18499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.4 m","offer_id":50771325026501,"sku":"ESP-EUR-XLR-24","price":22999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3643\/8469\/files\/esprit_IMG_0538.webp?v=1792615013","url":"https:\/\/www.hifiboutique.us\/products\/esprit-eureka-xlr-balanced-interconnect-cable","provider":"HiFi Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}