Furutech Evolution II Digital (XLR) AES/EBU 1.2m Single Cable (XLR>XLR)

Furutech Evolution II Digital Cable Delivers Precision Signal Transmission

Furutech Evolution II Digital (XLR) AES/EBU 1.2m Cable is a high-fidelity digital audio interconnect engineered to elevate signal integrity and preserve timing accuracy across digital playback systems. Designed for discerning audiophiles seeking immersive realism, this 1.2-metre XLR-to-XLR cable adheres to Furutech’s Pure Transmission philosophy, ensuring that every detail of its construction supports uncompromised performance in AES/EBU digital audio chains.

Evolution II Cable Combines High-Purity Conductors with Resonance Control

Evolution II Digital XLR cable features Furutech’s signature α (Alpha) μ–OFC copper conductors with a 1.3mm diameter core, ensuring ultra-low resistance and stable impedance across the full bandwidth. These high-purity conductors are subjected to a proprietary cryogenic and demagnetisation treatment process that refines grain structure and lowers distortion. To maintain consistent impedance (89 ± 5 ohms at 10 MHz), the signal path is tightly controlled via coaxial geometry and advanced shielding.

A key upgrade from the original Evolution Series, the Evolution II version incorporates a re-engineered RoHS-compliant PVC sheath embedded with carbon particles, which act as micro-level vibration dampers and suppress high-frequency resonance. The combination of this flexible damping outer sheath and a polypropylene dielectric reduces parasitic capacitance (88 pF/m), resulting in enhanced dynamic contrast and a more natural tonal balance.

XLR Termination Ensures Secure Contact and Long-Term Stability

Furutech Evolution II XLR digital cable is terminated with precision-engineered FP-701 M(G) and FP-702 F(G) XLR connectors. These connectors feature rhodium-plated, non-magnetic copper alloy contacts, offering exceptional conductivity and long-term corrosion resistance without the tonal colouration typical of ferrous materials. The locking barrel and rigid housing suppress mechanical resonance and maintain secure contact under varied usage conditions, which is critical for consistent AES/EBU signal integrity.

By reducing micro-vibrations and contact resistance at the connector interface, the cable achieves ultra-low jitter performance and cleaner signal delivery, which becomes immediately perceptible in digital playback systems with improved clarity, faster transients, and a quieter background.

Enhanced Resolution and Dynamic Range in Digital Audio Systems

The Evolution II AES/EBU XLR cable is specifically optimised for systems where digital signal fidelity is paramount—between high-end CD transports, DACs, and master clocks. Its shielding system, composed of an α (Alpha) copper wire braid at 0.12mm thickness, delivers excellent noise rejection from external EMI and RFI sources. As a result, the cable provides an ultra-quiet background where subtle spatial cues and textural information can fully emerge.

Listeners report a significant reduction in artificial glare in the upper mids—a common issue with digital cables that overemphasise the presence region. Instead, the Evolution II presents a balanced, extended high-frequency response with greater harmonic complexity, while the midrange retains natural warmth and body. Bass notes gain a tighter envelope and improved pitch definition, offering a more authoritative foundation across genres from orchestral to electronic.

Built for Audiophiles Who Demand Authentic Reproduction

Furutech’s Evolution II Digital 1.2m XLR cable is ideal for audiophiles aiming to close the gap between live performance and recorded playback. The cable’s technical design, including its precision impedance control and advanced material engineering, supports the full potential of high-resolution digital audio formats. Whether deployed in professional mastering studios or elite home listening rooms, it ensures time coherence and sonic transparency at every level of the digital signal path.

By choosing the Furutech Evolution II AES/EBU XLR cable, users invest in a meticulously crafted signal conduit where mechanical damping, EMI suppression, and optimal electrical properties converge to preserve the emotional impact and sonic integrity of digital recordings.