Siltech Royal Signature Empress
High-end XLR interconnect cable from Siltech, Royal Signature range, in solid G7 silver-gold alloy with Neutrik connectors.
Description
The Siltech Empress is an interconnect cable with XLR connectors belonging to the Royal Signature range from the Dutch manufacturer Siltech, a specialist in high-end audio cables. It is used to connect components in a hi-fi system to one another, typically a source to a preamplifier or a preamplifier to a power amplifier, via a balanced connection.
Its technical distinctiveness lies in its conductor made of G7 Solid Silver-gold alloy, a blend of solid silver and gold specific to the brand's most accomplished cables. This type of alloy aims to limit the losses and distortions associated with the transmission of the analogue signal along the full length of the cable. The connectors are provided by Neutrik XLR plugs, recognised for their mechanical robustness, or by SST silvergold RCA plugs developed in-house by Siltech, a choice that directly affects the quality and stability of the electrical contact.
This cable is aimed at users who already have a high-end hi-fi setup, where every link in the chain has been carefully selected. It finds its place in systems where the amplification, speakers and sources are of a sufficient standard for the qualities of a premium interconnect cable to be fully expressed.
Technical specifications
| Connectors | Neutrik XLR or SST silvergold Siltech RCA |
| Conductor alloy | G7 Solid Silver-gold |
What to check before buying used
The quality of the contact depends entirely on the condition of the connectors: Neutrik XLR or SST silvergold RCA plugs should be inspected for any trace of oxidation, mechanical play or weakened crimping, particularly at the solder points on the G7 alloy. Also check that the sheath and shielding have not suffered any pinching or excessive bending from previous handling, which could impair protection against interference. A continuity and connector-retention test is recommended before any prolonged use.
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