Flagship Reference Analogue Interconnect | Available at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Odin 2 Analog Interconnect is a flagship reference-level analogue cable engineered for uncompromising high-end audio systems. Designed to preserve the integrity of delicate analogue signals between source components, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and power amplifiers, Odin 2 combines advanced conductor geometry, ultra-low-loss dielectric construction, comprehensive shielding, and precision terminations.
Nordost's Dual Mono-Filament technology creates a low-contact dielectric environment around the conductors, while Total Signal Control (TSC) shielding provides extensive protection against external RF and electromagnetic interference.
At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Odin 2 Analog Interconnect for reference systems where maximum transparency, dynamic resolution, spatial precision, and signal integrity are paramount.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
Dual Mono-Filament Technology
Each conductor is wrapped with two helical FEP strands before being enclosed within an extruded FEP outer jacket.
This creates a virtual-air dielectric structure designed to minimize dielectric contact and energy storage around the conductors, supporting fast and consistent signal propagation.
10 × 23 AWG Solid-Core Conductors
Odin 2 uses 10 × 23 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from ultra-high-purity 99.999999% OFC copper with 85 µm high-purity silver plating.
The solid-core architecture provides consistent conductor geometry and avoids the complex strand interaction associated with conventional multi-stranded cables.
Total Signal Control (TSC) Shielding
The Odin 2 employs 100% total-coverage shielding around its signal structures.
This extensive shielding architecture is designed to protect delicate analogue signals from:
- RF interference
- Electromagnetic interference
- External electrical noise
- Signal-path crosstalk
Mechanically Tuned Geometry
Conductor spacing, cable construction, and available lengths are mechanically controlled to manage unwanted resonance and microphonic effects while maintaining consistent electrical characteristics.
High-Speed FEP Dielectric
High-grade extruded FEP insulation provides a low-loss dielectric environment with low dielectric absorption.
The Odin 2 is specified with a 90% velocity of propagation.
HOLO:PLUG® Precision Terminations
The Odin 2 Analog Interconnect is available with Nordost's proprietary HOLO:PLUG® connectors.
Termination options include:
- Gold/silver-plated RCA
- Silver-plated 3-pin XLR
The low-mass connector architecture is designed to maintain the cable's carefully controlled mechanical and electrical characteristics through the component interface.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Odin 2 Analog Interconnect |
| Series |
Odin 2 Series |
| Insulation |
High-Grade Extruded Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) |
| Construction |
Mechanically Tuned Lay, Spacing & Dual Mono-Filament Design |
| Conductors |
10 × 23 AWG Solid-Core |
| Conductor Material |
99.999999% Solid-Core OFC with 85 µm Pure Silver Plating |
| Capacitance |
18.5 pF/ft (RCA / XLR) |
| Inductance |
0.05 µH/ft (RCA / XLR) |
| Shielding |
100% Total Coverage, Individually Shielded (TSC) |
| Velocity of Propagation |
90% Speed of Light |
| Termination Options |
Custom HOLO:PLUG® Gold/Silver-Plated RCA or Silver-Plated XLR |
| Standard Lengths |
0.6 m, 1.0 m, 1.5 m, 2.0 m, 2.5 m, 3.0 m, 3.5 m, 4.0 m + Custom Lengths |
RCA or Balanced XLR?
RCA
Ideal for conventional single-ended connections between source components, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and power amplifiers.
XLR
Designed for systems with genuinely balanced analogue signal paths, allowing the cable to preserve the balanced connection between compatible components.
Trimira Audio can help determine the appropriate configuration based on the actual input and output architecture of your equipment.
Consult with the Analogue Specialists at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Odin 2 Analog Interconnect is designed for listeners building reference-level systems where the analogue signal path demands uncompromising attention to conductor material, dielectric construction, shielding, geometry, and termination.
Trimira Audio can assist with:
- RCA versus XLR selection
- Cable length selection
- Source-to-preamplifier matching
- Preamplifier-to-power-amplifier connections
- Complete Nordost cable-system planning
- Reference-system auditions
For the ultimate in Nordost analogue connectivity, the Odin 2 Analog Interconnect combines Dual Mono-Filament construction, 23 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC, 100% TSC shielding, mechanically tuned geometry, and HOLO:PLUG® termination in a flagship-performance interconnect.
