About The Isotek EVO3 Initium Power Cable
IsoTek is an English company making award-winning power optimisation products for hi-fi and home cinema systems. You can increase the performance of your audio and video components and the IsoTek EVO3 Initium Mains Power Cable is a highly recommended upgrade.
Before we discuss the product details of the EVO 3 Initium mains power cord, let's review some of the reasons why people like us and our friends at IsoTek really believe you need to seriously consider upgrading your mains power cords. The standard black mains leads supplied with your audio and AV components is designed to do a basic job at the cheapest price and absolutely no more. It doesn't matter on a kitchen appliance, but they lack the quality of materials and construction needed to protect the integrity of the electricity feeding your system, thereby degrading performance. Outside interference from Radio Frequencies (RFI) and Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) can't be seen with your eye, but your mains power cable is just like an antenna picking up this unwanted noise. The first rung on the IsoTek ladder is to replace these power cords with products from one of the different ranges based on the value of your system.
A Closer Look
The Initium is the latest EVO3 (Evolution Three) power cable from IsoTek. It heralds a significant step up in quality of materials used and represents, we believe, one of the highest quality and specification power cables at its price point.
Construction: The conductors are in a parallel construction with slight rotational twist. This established technique remains the first line of defence against RFI and EMI rejection.
Conductors: 99.9999% OFC conductors offer an exceptional level of purity with enhanced conductivity. They are less likely to fracture or degrade over time.
Dielectric: A high grade heat-resistant PVC dielectric is used to ensure full compliance with all Australian standards. The dielectric offers stress crack resistance and is a good choice for safety in both temperature as well as electrical insulation.
Filler: Cotton filler has been used to give the cable internal strength and reduce microphony. Cotton also possesses excellent dielectric properties, the best of a solid material.
Wrap: A paper wrap is used to secure the construction prior to the application of a flexible PVC jacket. The addition of the paper and cotton form a buffer with the PVC so as to maintain exceptional dielectric properties.
Jacket: PVC is used as an outer jacket to give a high degree of flexibility and mechanical strength.
Terminations: Initium cable is terminated using IsoTek's bespoke Audiophile grade moulded connectors of solid OFC with robust nickel plating.
Reviews
"The IsoTek EVO3 Initium is one of the most cost-effective power cable upgrades you can make. It comes highly recommended." Hi-Fi World Magazine
"Improves the clarity of the sound, noticeable step up in instrument focus. The EVO3 Initium is a great value for money cable that provides excellent build quality" Hi-Fi Choice Magazine
"IsoTek's EVO3 Initium is now our all-rounder default mains cable choice, and comes highly recommended as a result." Hi-Fi+ Magazine
Our Take
IsoTek Initium uses high quality materials with intelligent construction to deliver a power cable of outstanding performance and mechanical integrity, which will not degrade over time or break your bank balance. Obviously a mains power cord is only a part of the solution to improved audio clarity. The ultimate is of course a combination of both IsoTek mains power cords and an IsoTek power conditioner, but starting with the power cords at least gives you the assurance that you have made the best connection to the mains and are minimising external interference.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Mains Power Cable with Standard IEC C13 Plug
- Conductor Size: 3 x 1.5mm2
- Conductor Material: 99.9999% Oxygen Free Copper
- Dielectric: PVC
- Filler: Cotton
- PVC Barrier: Paper
- Outer Jacket: High flexibility PVC
- Terminations: Audiophile-grade connectors with robust nickel plating
- Power Rating: 10 Amp
- Outer Diameter: 10mm
- Cable Length: 1.5 metres
- Suitability: Suitable for CD players, preamps, tuners, power amps, Blu-ray players, music servers, TVs, soundbars and more!
- Available Termination: Standard IEC C13 Connector
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 3 Years
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.