Furutech La Source 103 High End Performance Silver Plated α (Alpha) OCC Lead Wire

Description

The Furutech La Source 103 is a high-end performance lead wire specifically designed for turntable tonearms and other precision audio applications. This top-tier lead wire features silver-plated α (Alpha) OCC (Ohno Continuous Cast) copper conductors, which are known for their exceptional conductivity and signal purity. The La Source 103 lead wire is aimed at audiophiles and professionals who demand the very best in signal transmission and sound quality from their analog audio systems.

• Silver-Plated α (Alpha) OCC Copper Conductors:
  • The La Source 103 wires are made using Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC) copper, a method that produces copper with an exceptionally pure and long crystal structure, minimizing signal degradation. The conductors are then silver-plated, which improves conductivity, especially for high-frequency signals, ensuring precise and clear sound reproduction.
  • The combination of OCC copper and silver plating allows for superior signal transfer with minimal resistance, delivering exceptional clarity, dynamics, and tonal accuracy, making these wires ideal for delicate phono signals.
• α (Alpha) Cryogenic and Demagnetization Treatment:
  • Furutech’s α (Alpha) treatment process is applied to the conductors to further enhance their performance. This includes a cryogenic treatment, which improves the molecular structure of the copper and silver, reducing internal stresses and improving conductivity.
  • In addition to cryogenic treatment, the wires undergo a demagnetization process, which helps to eliminate residual magnetic fields that can interfere with the purity of the signal. Together, these treatments ensure cleaner sound, less noise, and improved resolution across all frequencies.
• High-Purity Signal Transmission:
  • Thanks to the OCC copper conductors and silver plating, the La Source 103 provides ultra-low resistance and high conductivity, allowing for the best possible signal transmission. This results in a cleaner, more detailed sound with excellent frequency extension, especially in the high frequencies.
  • This makes the La Source 103 an excellent choice for turntable tonearm wiring, where maintaining the integrity of the delicate phono signal is critical for achieving top-tier sound quality.
• Durable and Flexible Design:
  • Despite their high-end performance, the La Source 103 wires are designed to be flexible and easy to handle, making them ideal for use in precision installations, such as tonearm rewiring or internal wiring of high-end audio components.
  • The wires are also insulated with high-quality, low-capacitance insulation, which protects the conductors from interference and further reduces the risk of signal loss or noise.

Applications:

• Turntable Tonearm Wiring:
  • The Furutech La Source 103 is specifically designed for use in high-end turntable tonearms, where it ensures minimal signal loss and maximum detail retrieval from vinyl records. The wire’s low resistance and high conductivity make it ideal for maintaining the purity of the phono signal as it travels from the cartridge to the phono preamp.
• Internal Wiring for High-End Audio Components:
  • These wires can also be used for internal wiring in other high-end audio components, such as phono stages, preamps, or DACs. The superior performance of the La Source 103 ensures that signal transfer is as clean and detailed as possible.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Sound Quality:
  • With silver-plated OCC copper conductors and Furutech’s Alpha treatment, the La Source 103 delivers a significant improvement in sound quality. Users can expect cleaner, more transparent sound, with better detail and imaging. The silver plating ensures that high-frequency signals are transmitted without loss, resulting in a more accurate and extended top end.
• Improved Frequency Response:
  • The combination of silver plating and high-purity OCC copper ensures that the La Source 103 delivers excellent frequency response across the spectrum, with tight, controlled bass, natural mids, and extended, detailed highs.
• Lower Noise and Distortion:
  • Thanks to the cryogenic and demagnetization treatments, the La Source 103 wires offer lower noise and reduced distortion, providing a quieter background and a more immersive listening experience. This ensures that even the smallest musical details are captured and reproduced with clarity.
• Long-Term Durability:
  • Furutech is known for its high-quality materials and craftsmanship, and the La Source 103 is no exception. These wires are built to last, with durable insulation and high-quality conductors that resist corrosion and wear over time, ensuring long-lasting performance in high-end audio systems.

Comparison with La Source 101:

• Enhanced Conductors:
  • While the La Source 101 also uses silver-plated OCC copper, the La Source 103 benefits from additional refinements in the conductor materials and Furutech’s advanced α (Alpha) cryogenic and demagnetization treatments, offering even greater performance in terms of signal purity and overall sound quality.
• Higher-End Applications:
  • The La Source 103 is geared toward even more demanding audiophile applications, where maximum signal clarity and precision are required. Its superior materials and advanced treatment process make it ideal for those looking to extract the last bit of performance from their turntable setup or high-end audio components.

The Furutech La Source 103 High-End Performance Silver-Plated α (Alpha) OCC Lead Wire is an outstanding choice for audiophiles and professionals seeking ultimate signal purity and sound quality from their analog audio systems. With silver-plated OCC copper conductors, cryogenic treatment, and demagnetization, this lead wire offers exceptional conductivity, minimal signal loss, and superb frequency extension, making it perfect for use in turntable tonearms and other precision audio applications. The La Source 103 represents the pinnacle of signal transfer technology, delivering clearer, more detailed sound with reduced noise and distortion, making it an essential upgrade for any serious audiophile or vinyl enthusiast.

FEATURES
• Silver Plated α (Alpha) OCC conductors,0.2mm x 7 pcs strand wire (24 AWG)
• α (Alpha) phosphor bronze non-magnetic rhodium-plated Furutech designed terminals
• Audio grade PE insulation: OD. 1.4 mm approx.
• Dimensions: Approx. 2.4±0.1mm diameter x 43.0± 0.5mm overall length