Flagship Analogue Performance in the Leif 3 Series | Available at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Red Dawn 3 Analog Interconnect represents the flagship analogue interconnect within Nordost's Leif 3 Series, designed for high-performance stereo and multi-channel systems demanding a fast, controlled, low-loss signal path.
Combining Micro Mono-Filament technology, six silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, mechanically tuned geometry, extensive shielding, and precision RCA or XLR termination, Red Dawn 3 is engineered for demanding source-to-preamplifier and preamplifier-to-amplifier applications.
At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Red Dawn 3 Analog Interconnect for listeners seeking the highest-performance analogue interconnect within the Leif 3 range.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
Proprietary Micro Mono-Filament Construction
Each conductor is spiral-wrapped with a fine FEP filament before being enclosed in an outer FEP jacket.
This creates a low-contact dielectric environment designed to reduce dielectric interaction and energy storage while supporting rapid signal transmission.
Six 24 AWG Silver-Plated Solid-Core OFC Conductors
Red Dawn 3 uses 6 × 24 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from 99.9999% high-purity OFC copper with pure silver plating.
The solid-core construction provides consistent conductor geometry without the strand interaction associated with conventional multi-stranded cables.
Mechanically Tuned Lay & Spacing
The conductors are precisely arranged using controlled geometry designed to manage:
- Electrical interaction
- Electromagnetic coupling
- Mechanical resonance
- Microphonic behavior
- Channel-to-channel interaction
95% Coverage Braided Shielding
A high-coverage braided shield provides approximately 95% coverage, helping protect delicate analogue signals against:
- RF interference
- Electromagnetic interference
- External electrical noise
- Environmental crosstalk
Precision Hand Terminations
Red Dawn 3 is available with:
- Gold-plated low-mass RCA connectors
- Neutrik 3-pin XLR connectors
The XLR version is intended for compatible balanced analogue systems.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Red Dawn 3 Analog Interconnect |
| Series |
Leif 3 Series |
| Insulation |
High-Grade Extruded Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) |
| Construction |
Mechanically Tuned Lay, Spacing & Micro Mono-Filament Design |
| Conductors |
6 × 24 AWG Solid-Core |
| Conductor Material |
Silver-Plated 99.9999% Solid-Core Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) |
| Capacitance |
60.0 pF/ft |
| Inductance |
0.035 µH/ft |
| Shield Coverage |
95% Braided Shielding |
| Velocity of Propagation |
85% Speed of Light |
| Termination Options |
Gold-Plated Low-Mass RCA or Neutrik 3-Pin XLR |
| Standard Lengths |
0.6 m, 1.0 m, 1.5 m, 2.0 m, 3.0 m, 4.0 m, 5.0 m + Custom Lengths |
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 assist with determining the appropriate termination based on your equipment's actual architecture.
Consult with the Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Red Dawn 3 Analog Interconnect is the flagship analogue interconnect in the Leif 3 range, making it an appropriate choice for systems seeking Nordost's most advanced Leif-series conductor and dielectric construction.
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 Leif 3 analogue connection, Red Dawn 3 combines six silver-plated 24 AWG solid-core OFC conductors, Micro Mono-Filament FEP construction, 95% shielding, mechanically controlled geometry, and precision RCA or XLR termination.
