Supreme Reference 110-Ohm AES/EBU Balanced Precision | Available at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Odin 2 110-Ohm AES/EBU Digital Interconnect is a flagship balanced digital cable designed for reference-level digital audio systems using the 110-ohm AES/EBU interface.
As part of Nordost's Odin 2 Series, it combines Dual Mono-Filament technology, Total Signal Control (TSC) shielding, silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, twin-axial geometry, and custom HOLO:PLUG® 3-pin XLR terminations.
Its dedicated 110-ohm architecture is designed to maintain the appropriate characteristic impedance throughout the signal path, making it suitable for high-end digital transports, DACs, digital processors, professional digital interfaces, and other AES/EBU-equipped components.
At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Odin 2 110-Ohm AES/EBU Digital Interconnect for reference digital systems where balanced connectivity, impedance control, shielding, and precision construction are priorities.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
Patented Dual Mono-Filament Technology
Each conductor is wrapped with two helical FEP strands before being enclosed in 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.
Two 18 AWG Solid-Core OFC Conductors
The Odin 2 AES/EBU version uses 2 × 18 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from 99.999999% high-purity OFC copper with 85 µm pure silver plating.
The solid-core construction maintains consistent conductor geometry along the balanced digital transmission path.
Total Signal Control (TSC) Shielding
A 100% total-coverage braid/foil TSC shielding structure surrounds the signal path, helping protect against:
- RF interference
- Electromagnetic interference
- External electrical noise
- High-frequency crosstalk
True 110-Ohm Balanced Architecture
The cable is specifically designed around a true 110-ohm characteristic impedance, corresponding to the AES/EBU digital standard.
Maintaining the appropriate impedance helps minimize electrical reflections within the high-frequency digital transmission path.
Custom HOLO:PLUG® XLR Terminations
The cable is hand-terminated with custom silver-plated HOLO:PLUG® 110-ohm 3-pin XLR connectors, designed specifically for balanced AES/EBU digital connections.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Odin 2 110-Ohm AES/EBU Digital Interconnect |
| Series |
Odin 2 Series |
| Insulation |
High-Grade Extruded Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) |
| Construction |
Mechanically Tuned Spacing, Dual Mono-Filament, Twin-Axial Design |
| Conductors |
2 × 18 AWG Solid-Core |
| Conductor Material |
99.999999% Solid-Core OFC with 85 µm Pure Silver Plating |
| Capacitance |
10.5 pF/ft |
| Impedance |
True 110 Ω Balanced |
| Shielding |
100% Total Coverage Total Signal Control (TSC) |
| Velocity of Propagation |
90% Speed of Light |
| Terminations |
Custom Silver-Plated HOLO:PLUG® 110-Ohm 3-Pin XLR |
| Standard Lengths |
1.25 m, 2.0 m, 3.0 m + Custom Lengths |
110 Ω AES/EBU vs 75 Ω Coaxial
The Odin 2 110-Ohm AES/EBU is specifically intended for balanced digital connections using XLR connectors.
For 75-ohm coaxial S/PDIF applications, the appropriate choice is the Odin 2 75-Ohm Digital Interconnect.
| Digital Interface |
Appropriate Odin 2 Version |
| 110 Ω AES/EBU Balanced |
Odin 2 110-Ohm |
| 75 Ω S/PDIF Coaxial |
Odin 2 75-Ohm |
Selecting the correct impedance version according to the equipment's digital interface ensures the cable is appropriately matched to the transmission standard.
Consult with the Digital Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Odin 2 110-Ohm AES/EBU Digital Interconnect is designed for reference digital systems where balanced connectivity and carefully controlled electrical characteristics are essential.
Trimira Audio can assist with:
- Confirming AES/EBU compatibility
- 110-ohm XLR configuration
- Cable length selection
- Digital transport-to-DAC matching
- Professional digital-interface integration
- Complete Nordost digital-cable planning
- Private system auditions
For a flagship balanced digital connection, Odin 2 combines Dual Mono-Filament construction, 18 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC, 100% TSC shielding, true 110-ohm twin-axial architecture, and HOLO:PLUG® XLR termination.
