Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA–BNC S/PDIF Cable

Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA-BNC S/PDIF Delivers Precision Digital Audio Transfer

Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA-BNC S/PDIF is a precision-engineered 75 Ohm digital interconnect designed to preserve digital signal integrity between high-resolution source components and digital-to-analogue converters. This specialist cable is an optimal link between a CD transport or digital streamer and a DAC, particularly for systems featuring BNC socketry, offering uncompromised timing accuracy and minimal jitter.

Atlas Element Achromatic X Maintains True 75 Ohm Impedance for Optimal Digital Clarity

Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA-BNC S/PDIF maintains a constant 75 Ohm impedance across the entire signal path, making it an ideal digital cable for equipment that adheres to S/PDIF standards. Many interconnects fail to deliver true 75 Ohm performance due to inconsistencies in manufacturing or poor assembly techniques that introduce impedance mismatches. These mismatches can cause signal reflections and timing errors—commonly referred to as jitter—compromising digital audio quality.

Atlas addresses this with a precision build and meticulous engineering, including cold-weld, solder-free Achromatic RCA and BNC connectors that ensure uninterrupted continuity and protect the shielding integrity. By eliminating the mechanical compression of the shield found in many crimped or soldered connections, the cable prevents micro-arcing and ground-loop issues, preserving the purity of the transmitted signal.

High-Purity Materials Enhance Signal Fidelity in Atlas Element Achromatic X Digital Cable

Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA-BNC features a solid core conductor of high-purity silver-plated oxygen-free copper, chosen for its excellent conductivity and low-resistance characteristics. The conductor is surrounded by an ultra-low-loss foamed polyethylene (PEF) dielectric, which minimises signal attenuation and maintains signal velocity, essential for timing-critical S/PDIF data transmission.

This combination of materials results in reduced phase distortion and enhanced bandwidth, ensuring accurate digital conversion and clean transients. Whether connecting a transport to a DAC in a reference system or linking a network streamer to an external decoder, the cable preserves every bit of detail and dynamic information encoded in the digital stream.

RF Noise Rejection and Stable Termination Define Atlas Element Achromatic X Performance

Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA-BNC offers near-total rejection of RFI (Radio Frequency Interference), thanks to its sophisticated dual-layer shielding and carefully controlled impedance geometry. In high-resolution playback environments, even marginal interference can affect DAC locking stability and introduce subtle timing errors. The cable’s shielding not only protects against external noise but also contains internal signal energy, reducing signal leakage and crosstalk.

The Achromatic BNC and RCA terminations are available in RCA–BNC, BNC–RCA, and BNC–BNC configurations to suit varied system architectures without the need for signal-degrading adapters. This flexibility ensures full electrical compatibility with a wide range of digital audio components, while the cold-weld process used in all terminations reinforces long-term reliability and electrical integrity.

Atlas Element Achromatic X Excels in High-Fidelity CD Transport and Streamer Systems

Atlas Element Achromatic X RCA-BNC S/PDIF digital interconnect is particularly suited to systems using BNC-equipped CD transports or network streamers. When both source and DAC support BNC terminals, this cable delivers superior impedance matching and enhanced sonic performance compared to RCA-only alternatives. In digital audio systems where precision timing and signal cleanliness are paramount, using a cable optimised for BNC architecture is a logical performance upgrade.

Engineered and hand-finished in the UK, the Element Achromatic series embodies Atlas Cables' core design philosophy: uncompromised materials, precision terminations, and adherence to the fundamental principles of signal integrity. Whether integrated into a reference-level digital front end or a compact high-resolution streaming system, this cable offers a stable, transparent signal path with exceptional musical fidelity.