Nordost Norse 2 Series Frey 2 Analog Interconnects

Reference Analogue Transfer in the Norse 2 Series | Available at Trimira Audio

The Nordost Frey 2 Analog Interconnect is a high-performance analogue interconnect within Nordost's Norse 2 Series, designed for demanding source-to-amplifier signal paths where transparency, resolution, shielding, and controlled electrical characteristics are priorities.

Combining Dual Mono-Filament technology, silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, mechanically tuned geometry, FEP insulation, and high-coverage shielding, Frey 2 provides a carefully engineered connection between source components, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and power amplifiers.

At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Frey 2 Analog Interconnect for high-resolution stereo systems seeking a significant step into Nordost's Norse 2 cable architecture.

Key Features & Technological Innovations

Proprietary Dual Mono-Filament Construction

Each conductor is wrapped with two helical FEP strands before being enclosed within an extruded FEP outer jacket.

This creates a low-contact dielectric environment designed to minimize dielectric interaction and energy storage while supporting rapid signal propagation.

Five 24 AWG Silver-Plated Solid-Core OFC Conductors

Frey 2 employs 5 × 24 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from 99.99999% high-purity OFC copper with pure silver plating.

The solid-core architecture provides consistent conductor geometry without the strand interaction associated with conventional stranded cables.

Mechanically Tuned Lay & Spacing

The conductors are arranged using controlled geometry designed to manage:

• Electrical interaction
• Electromagnetic coupling
• Mechanical resonance
• Microphonic behavior
• Channel-to-channel interaction

97% Coverage Braided Shielding

A high-coverage braided shield provides approximately 97% coverage, helping protect the analogue signal from:

• RF interference
• Electromagnetic interference
• External electrical noise
• Environmental crosstalk

Precision Hand Terminations

Frey 2 can be configured with:

• Gold-plated MoonGlo® RCA connectors
• Neutrik 3-pin XLR connectors

The XLR configuration is intended for compatible balanced analogue systems.

Technical Specifications

RCA vs XLR Configuration

RCA

The single-ended RCA version is suitable for conventional analogue connections between compatible source and amplification components.

XLR

The balanced XLR version is appropriate when both connected components provide a genuine balanced analogue signal path.

Trimira Audio can help determine the correct configuration based on your equipment.

Consult with the Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio

The Nordost Frey 2 Analog Interconnect provides a high-performance entry into the Norse 2 analogue cable range, combining advanced dielectric construction with silver-plated solid-core conductors and extensive shielding.

Trimira Audio can assist with:

• RCA versus XLR selection
• Cable length selection
• Source-to-preamplifier matching
• Preamplifier-to-amplifier connections
• Complete Nordost cable-system planning
• Private system auditions

For a high-performance Norse 2 analogue connection, Frey 2 combines 24 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC, Dual Mono-Filament FEP construction, 97% shielding, mechanically controlled geometry, and precision RCA or XLR termination.