Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF Is a Superior 75 Ohm Digital Interconnect for High-Fidelity Signal Transfer
Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF is a high-performance 75 Ohm digital audio cable designed to deliver uncompromising data integrity between source and DAC. Purpose-built to maintain true impedance matching, this premium coaxial digital interconnect is precision-engineered for audiophiles using high-resolution streamers, CD transports, or digital sources where signal accuracy is paramount.
Engineered as the digital counterpart to the Hyper Achromatic and Hyper Ultra L RCA analogue interconnects, the Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF sets a new benchmark in digital cable design. Its construction avoids the impedance mismatch common in many supposedly “75 Ohm” digital cables. Atlas achieves this through meticulous control of geometry, shielding, and termination integrity — ensuring true 75 Ohm performance without compromise.
Cold-Welded Achromatic X Connectors Preserve Signal Integrity
Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF uses precision cold-welded Achromatic X RCA connectors to ensure ultra-reliable, solder-free terminations that eliminate signal degradation at the plug interface. This unique cold-weld system provides a consistent, mechanically stable connection that avoids microfractures, oxidation points or thermal stress — all of which contribute to signal jitter and audible distortion.
Unlike traditional soldered RCA terminations, which often deform the shield or introduce impedance variation, the Achromatic X connector preserves the cable’s geometry and grounding integrity. The result is lower contact resistance, superior conductivity, and enhanced jitter suppression — a critical factor in digital audio signal transfer where timing accuracy affects overall sonic fidelity.
Atlas's innovation continues with the use of low-mass, non-conductive ABS plug bodies, evolved from the original Integra connector concept. These plugs significantly reduce dielectric influence and mechanical interference compared to heavy metal-bodied RCA connectors, enabling the purest path for digital signals with the lowest dielectric loss.
Dual-Drain System Enables Complete 360° Noise Shielding
Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF features the dual-drain screen connection system first developed for its flagship Mavros and Asimi cable ranges. This advanced shielding topology deploys twin symmetrical drain wires to bond the cable’s shield directly to the RCA interface without twisting or compromising the precision-laid braid.
By preserving the coaxial cable’s geometry and enabling full 360° screen continuity, the dual-drain system blocks radio frequency interference (RFI) and electromagnetic noise from degrading the digital signal. This consistent low-impedance path ensures that jitter, dropouts, or noise-induced distortion are virtually eliminated — especially critical in high-bandwidth digital audio environments.
Unlike cables where shield termination introduces mechanical stress and signal loss, the dual-drain design in the Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF guarantees exceptional RFI rejection and long-term performance stability. The result is an exceptionally clean, accurate, and interference-resistant signal transfer.
Coaxial Construction with Silver-Plated OFC Delivers Precision Timing
Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF employs a carefully calibrated coaxial architecture using high-purity silver-plated oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors and a low-loss PEF dielectric. This combination enhances conductivity and minimises capacitance and inductance, enabling ultra-precise signal transmission across the cable’s entire length.
The silver-plated OFC conductor offers faster signal propagation and lower resistance than standard copper, improving high-frequency detail and timing accuracy in digital audio applications. This is particularly valuable when transmitting high-resolution PCM or DSD signals, where timing jitter can subtly but audibly affect tonal realism and spatial resolution.
The PEF dielectric, selected for its low dielectric constant, further minimises signal smearing and phase distortion, helping maintain the sharp signal rise times necessary for digital audio clarity. Combined with a comprehensive foil and braid shielding layer, the cable ensures complete signal isolation from external noise sources.
Designed for System Matching with Atlas Hyper Series Interconnects
Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF is acoustically and mechanically matched to the Atlas Hyper analogue interconnect range — including the Hyper Achromatic and Hyper Ultra L — making it the ideal digital companion cable in performance-oriented systems. Whether you're connecting a CD transport to a standalone DAC or linking a digital streamer to an AV processor, this interconnect integrates seamlessly with existing Hyper Series cabling to preserve the tonal coherence and sonic balance of your system.
Its 8.5 mm gloss black outer diameter not only provides robust protection and visual harmony but also reflects the premium finish found across the Hyper range. The digital cable’s impedance measurement of 74.2 Ohm — within 1% of the theoretical 75 Ohm target — places it among the most accurate consumer-grade coaxial interconnects available, underlining its audiophile-grade engineering credentials.
Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF Is Built for Precision Audio Systems
Designed for discerning users who demand precise signal reproduction, Atlas Hyper Achromatic X RCA S/PDIF provides a transparent, stable digital audio link that supports true high-resolution playback. It avoids the performance pitfalls of typical digital coaxial cables through rigorously controlled construction, solder-free termination, and advanced shielding.
Atlas’s commitment to sonic neutrality and engineering excellence ensures that this interconnect doesn't colour, compress or smear your digital signal. Every design choice — from its low-inductance geometry to its low-mass ABS connectors — serves the ultimate goal of perfect digital fidelity in real-world audio environments.
