Kimber Kable Timbre Interconnect Cable
Best interconnect for audiophiles seeking natural, holographic instrument reproduction.
The Kimber Kable Timbre Interconnect cable is designed to accurately reproduce the unique timbre of musical instruments, offering a transparent, full-bodied, and harmonically complete sound. It features a non-shielded, three-wire braided copper design with a clear Teflon dielectric, delivering deep, holographic imaging and excellent instrument separation. This award-winning cable reveals the natural sound of instruments with three-dimensionality and precise focus.
$224.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1969
/ 5745
#1969 in Audio & Video Cables
Price vs Category Average
-59%
Below average
Frequency response
5
/ DC - MHz
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking an expansive and natural soundstage
- Listeners prioritizing long-term durability and reliable cable construction
- Purists desiring a neutral and uncolored audio signal
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers new to high-fidelity audio systems
- Casual listeners with modest equipment setups
- Users with cramped equipment racks requiring flexible cabling
Performance breakdown
Sonic Transparency
Hyper-pure copper conductors deliver an exceptionally clear and uncolored signal path.
Imaging Precision
Tri-braid geometry creates a holographic soundstage with distinct instrument placement.
Harmonic Integrity
Captures the natural resonance and complex textures of acoustic instruments beautifully.
Build Quality
Studio-grade Switchcraft connectors ensure a secure and reliable long-term connection.
Signal Integrity
Teflon dielectric minimizes interference for a clean, full-bodied audio performance.
Frequency Extension
Wide bandwidth design maintains signal accuracy well beyond the audible range.
Key Specs
Frequency response
DC - 5 MHz
Parallel capacitance
62.1 pf @ 20 kHz
Series inductance
0.493 uH @ 20 kHz
DC loop resistance
0.057 ohms
Total reactance
0.065 ohms @ 20 kHz
Conductor material
VariStrand hyper-pure copper
Dielectric material
Clear Teflon
Connector type
Studio grade Switchcraft XLR
Features
- Transparent, full-bodied, and harmonically complete sound
- Proven tri-braid geometry for excellent imaging
- VariStrand hyper-pure copper conductors
- Clear Teflon dielectric for signal integrity
- Studio grade Switchcraft XLR connectors with silver plated pins
- Award-winning performance
- Reveals natural instrument timbre with three-dimensionality
- Precise focus and instrument separation
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Kimber Kable Timbre Interconnect Cable for its exceptional sound quality and robust build. Many reviewers highlight a noticeable improvement in audio clarity and detail, describing the sound as natural and engaging. The cable's construction is frequently noted for its durability and premium feel, reinforcing a sense of lasting quality. While some consider it a significant investment, the consensus points to its superior performance justifying the cost, making it a highly valued component for discerning audiophiles seeking sonic refinement.
Know before you buy
The tri-braid geometry is designed to reduce electromagnetic interference and minimize inductance, which helps the cable maintain signal integrity. This configuration is a hallmark of Kimber Kable's design, contributing to the precise imaging and instrument separation you hear in the final output.
The Timbre uses a non-shielded design, which Kimber Kable utilizes to avoid the potential sonic degradation that some shielding materials can introduce. While it offers a more transparent and open sound, it is best suited for environments where you are not dealing with significant radio frequency interference.
VariStrand conductors use varying wire diameters within the same strand to minimize the effects of mechanical vibration and electrical resonance. This results in a more balanced, full-bodied sound that avoids the harshness sometimes associated with uniform-gauge wire.
These cables feature studio-grade Switchcraft XLR connectors with silver-plated pins, making them compatible with standard balanced professional and high-end consumer audio gear. Ensure your components have balanced XLR inputs and outputs to take full advantage of this design.
Teflon is used as a dielectric because it is highly stable and has a low dielectric constant, which prevents the cable from absorbing energy from the signal. This ensures that the electrical signal remains pure and accurate as it travels from your source to your amplifier.
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