Synergistic Research SRX XL Phono
Best high-end phono cable for audiophiles seeking ultimate analog signal purity.
The Synergistic Research SRX Phono Cable is engineered as the ultimate link for analog audio enthusiasts demanding peak performance. It uniquely combines separate pure silver Air Strings with engineered EM coupling necessary for phono cartridges. To maintain an ultra-low noise floor, SRX Carbon Fiber Spacers break unwanted coupling. This design merges coupled and decoupled geometries, enhanced by SRX Conditioning and a new UEF compound, delivering superior sonic results over previous references. Expect a lower noise floor, greater image separation, expanded soundstage, and tighter bass control. These cables include tunable UEF Tuning Bullets for system voicing.
$8995.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
57
/ 1637
#57 in Turntable Accessories
Price vs Category Average
+614%
Above average
Conductor Material
99.999910
/ % Pure Silver mono-filament Air Strings and awg Silver/Copper Matrix conductors
Who it's for
- Music lovers craving a holographic and immersive soundstage
- Audiophiles seeking absolute silence and hidden micro-detail
- Listeners wanting precise control over their system's sonic character
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists prioritizing value over extreme performance
- Minimalists avoiding complex setups with extra power requirements
- Owners of entry-level gear prone to revealing system flaws
Performance breakdown
Noise Floor Suppression
Advanced shielding and carbon spacers create an exceptionally silent analog background.
Soundstage Expansion
Delivers a massive, holographic sense of space and instrument separation.
System Voicing Flexibility
Tunable UEF bullets allow precise adjustments to match your specific cartridge.
Signal Integrity
Pure silver air strings ensure maximum conductivity for delicate phono signals.
Build Craftsmanship
Hand-built in California with meticulous attention to every soldered connection.
Bass Definition
Provides tight, authoritative low-end control that elevates the entire frequency spectrum.
Key Specs
Conductor Material
99.9999% Pure Silver mono-filament Air Strings and 10awg Silver/Copper Matrix conductors
Standard Length
1.25 meters (Additional length available)
Shielding
UEF Active Shielding 3rd generation
Wiring
Point to Point Wiring with WBT Silver Solder 4%
Connectors
Synergistic Research Silver SR20 RCA or XLR
Construction
Features 28 (RCA) or 32 (XLR) hand-soldered connections
Certification
TAS Product of the Year 2021
Origin
Hand-crafted in California factory
Features
- Combines coupled and decoupled geometry
- Strategically placed Carbon Fiber Spacers
- Includes tunable Gold and Silver UEF Bullets
- Features 3rd generation UEF Active Shielding
- Undergoes high-voltage Tesla Coil conditioning
- Quantum Tunneling treatment applied
- Hand-built with 4% silver solder wiring
- Dramatically lowers noise floor and improves separation
What customers say
Users consistently describe the SRX XL Phono cable as an endgame component, delivering a transformative listening upgrade. The core themes are unparalleled resolution and a massive, three-dimensional soundstage. Listeners report a dramatically lowered noise floor, allowing music to emerge with startling clarity and dynamic realism. The cable is praised for its natural, organic timbre, avoiding harshness. Many feel it unlocks the full potential of ultra-high-end analog setups, achieving holographic imaging. While the price is astronomical, committed investors feel the sonic improvements justify the cost within their reference systems, viewing it as an essential link for vinyl playback.
Know before you buy
The Gold and Silver UEF Tuning Bullets allow you to voice the cable to match your system's specific sonic signature. The Gold bullet typically provides a warmer, more liquid presentation, while the Silver bullet emphasizes detail, speed, and high-frequency extension.
This hybrid design manages the delicate signal from your phono cartridge by isolating it from mechanical and electromagnetic interference. By using carbon fiber spacers to decouple specific sections, the cable effectively lowers the noise floor, which results in better image separation and a more expansive soundstage.
Yes, the 3rd generation UEF Active Shielding requires a power connection to function. This active circuit is designed to neutralize electromagnetic interference before it can affect your signal, ensuring the cleanest possible path from your cartridge to your phono stage.
Yes, while 1.25 meters is the standard length, custom lengths are available to accommodate different turntable and rack configurations. Because each cable is hand-built in California, you can specify the length that best fits your room layout.
The high-voltage conditioning process significantly reduces the typical break-in period required for high-end cables. While you may notice subtle improvements after a few days of use, the cable is designed to perform at a very high level almost immediately upon installation.
Yes, the SRX XL Phono is available with either RCA or XLR connectors, both featuring high-quality Synergistic Research Silver SR20 terminations. You should choose the connector type that matches the input configuration of your phono stage or preamplifier.
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