Reference-Grade Signal Purity & Dynamic Authority | Available at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Valhalla 2 Reference Analog Interconnect is a flagship-level analogue interconnect from Nordost's Reference Series, engineered for high-resolution source components, preamplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and power amplifiers.
Combining Nordost's Dual Mono-Filament technology, silver-plated solid-core OFC conductors, comprehensive shielding, mechanically controlled geometry, and proprietary HOLO:PLUG® terminations, Valhalla 2 is designed to provide an exceptionally low-loss, low-noise signal path for reference audio systems.
At Trimira Audio, we recommend the Valhalla 2 Analog Interconnect for listeners seeking maximum transparency, dynamic expression, spatial resolution, and signal integrity from a reference-level analogue system.
Key Features & Technological Innovations
Patented Dual Mono-Filament Technology
Each solid-core 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.
Ten 24 AWG Silver-Plated Solid-Core Conductors
Valhalla 2 employs 10 × 24 AWG solid-core conductors manufactured from 99.999999% high-purity OFC copper with 85 µm pure silver plating.
The solid-core architecture provides consistent conductor geometry while avoiding strand interaction associated with conventional multi-strand designs.
100% Dual-Layer Shielding
A comprehensive braid-and-foil shielding system provides 100% total coverage, protecting delicate analogue signals against:
- RF interference
- Electromagnetic interference
- External electrical noise
- Environmental crosstalk
Mechanically Tuned Spacing & Length
The conductors are arranged using controlled spacing and mechanically tuned geometry designed to manage:
- Internal resonance
- Microphonic behavior
- Electrical interaction
- Frequency-dependent phase behavior
Custom Low-Mass HOLO:PLUG® Terminations
Valhalla 2 is available with proprietary HOLO:PLUG® connectors in:
- Gold/silver-plated RCA
- Silver-plated 3-pin XLR
The low-mass termination architecture is designed to preserve the cable's controlled mechanical and electrical characteristics through the component interface.
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Valhalla 2 Reference Analog Interconnect |
| Series |
Reference Series |
| Insulation |
High-Grade Extruded Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) |
| Construction |
Mechanically Tuned Lay, Spacing & Dual Mono-Filament Design |
| Conductors |
10 × 24 AWG Solid-Core |
| Conductor Material |
99.999999% Solid-Core OFC with 85 µm Pure Silver Plating |
| Capacitance |
17.0 pF/ft |
| Inductance |
0.07 µH/ft |
| Shield Coverage |
100% Total Coverage Dual-Layer Braid & Foil Shielding |
| Velocity of Propagation |
87% 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, 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 designed for systems where both source and receiving components support a genuine balanced analogue signal path.
Trimira Audio can assist with selecting the appropriate termination based on your equipment's actual input/output architecture.
Consult with the Audio Specialists at Trimira Audio
The Nordost Valhalla 2 Analog Interconnect is intended for reference systems where every aspect of the analogue signal path is carefully considered.
Trimira Audio can assist with:
- RCA versus XLR configuration
- Cable length selection
- Source-to-preamplifier matching
- Preamplifier-to-power-amplifier connections
- Complete Nordost cable-system planning
- Reference-system auditions
For a reference-level analogue connection, Valhalla 2 combines Dual Mono-Filament construction, 24 AWG silver-plated solid-core OFC, 100% shielding, mechanically tuned geometry, and HOLO:PLUG® termination in a highly engineered Nordost Reference Series interconnect.
