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Japanese Analog magazine vol.67 tests Furutech’s NCF Booster-Brace / Brace-Single in various applications around a turntable and phono stage to find the most effective settings.
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In volumes 64, 65 and 66 leading Japanese magazine Analog reviews the NCF Booster series, testing the series on many phono / turntable applications and report amazing results on low level phono signal.
Volume 64 Review here:
Volume 65 Review here:
Volume 66 Review here:
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Dr. David W. Robinson, Editor-in-Chief of Positive Feedback reports:
…we have our Vinno Rossi L2i-SE reference integrated amplifier/DAC/phono amp and an iFi Pro iDSD DSD512-capable DAC/Headphone Amp/ Preamp sharing a pair of AC receptacles with a two-receptacle Booster-Brace via the Clarus Concerto. This is a very high-resolution system. Cables are a combination of TARA Labs (XLR and Speaker cables), Kubala-Sosna Realization Reference USB cable, Synergistic Research Galileo SX reference power cable, Skogrand Beethoven Power Cable, and Focal Sopra 1 Monitor Speakers and dedicated stands. I had been using this combination for several months now, plugged into the same receptacles on the Concerto that I used when I installed the Booster-Brace, and was using DSD512 and DSD256 albums as sources. The DSD512 from NativeDSD.com is particularly astonishing, although the DSD256 from various sources is also remarkable.
The results of the Booster-Brace in this application was immediately apparent to me: Greater transparency, more nuanced detail, and a sense of improved solidity in the imaging of all recordings that I’ve heard.
This is a notable achievement. At the DSD256 and (especially) DSD512 levels, the performance wrought by the Booster-Braces cannot be gainsaid. I would not want to be without it.
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Photos from Furutech customers:
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Furutech’s top tier receptacle GTX-D NCF receives “Product of the Year” Award from The Absolute Sound (USA)
Furutech GTX-D NCF receptacle
Product page: GTX-D NCF
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☆Construction & Materials☆
1. NCF (multi-material hybrid structure): NCF formulated nylon resin (Body).
2. Anti-vibration grooves: suppresses surface vibration.
3. Housing: Blasted and anodized aluminium alloy.
4. Air chamber: Internal air pressure suppresses vibration.
5. Vibration radiating NCF pillar.
6. Vibration suppression wall (NCF damping wall): elimination of resonance.
※Mechanical drawing Here
Instructual video:
Dr. David W. Robinson, Editor-in-Chief of Positive Feedback reports:
…we have our Vinno Rossi L2i-SE reference integrated amplifier/DAC/phono amp and an iFi Pro iDSD DSD512-capable DAC/Headphone Amp/ Preamp sharing a pair of AC receptacles with a two-receptacle Booster-Brace via the Clarus Concerto. This is a very high-resolution system. Cables are a combination of TARA Labs (XLR and Speaker cables), Kubala-Sosna Realization Reference USB cable, Synergistic Research Galileo SX reference power cable, Skogrand Beethoven Power Cable, and Focal Sopra 1 Monitor Speakers and dedicated stands. I had been using this combination for several months now, plugged into the same receptacles on the Concerto that I used when I installed the Booster-Brace, and was using DSD512 and DSD256 albums as sources. The DSD512 from NativeDSD.com is particularly astonishing, although the DSD256 from various sources is also remarkable.
The results of the Booster-Brace in this application was immediately apparent to me: Greater transparency, more nuanced detail, and a sense of improved solidity in the imaging of all recordings that I’ve heard.
This is a notable achievement. At the DSD256 and (especially) DSD512 levels, the performance wrought by the Booster-Braces cannot be gainsaid. I would not want to be without it.
NCF Booster- Signal receives “Best of 2019″ Blue Note Award from www.enjoythemusic.com
NCF Booster-Signal connector and cable support
Product page: NCF Booster-Signal
Extreme High resolution recording studio TRPTK
Brendon Heinst (Recording & Mastering engineer) talks Furutech cabling in their mastering process:
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Furutech’s new NCF Booster-Signal-L receives Japan’s Visual Grand Prix “Gold Award” for Summer 2019
NCF Booster-Signal-L connector and cable support
Product page: NCF Booster-Signal-L
Furutech NCF Booster Series products supporting & damping cables and connectors around the High End Show 2019 at the MOC Munich (Venture, Vitus, Lawrence, Progressive Audio, Crystal cable, Avantgarde, Technics, Estelon, Ypsilon, Audionec, Classe Audio, Lumin)
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FC-α(Alpha)12 |
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Conductor |
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α(Alpha) OCC |
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Construction（pcs／mm） |
29/0.18mm | |
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Sectional Area / AWG |
0.74 SQ mm / 19AWG |
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Insulation-1 |
Material |
Audio grade PE (Transparent) |
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Insulation-2 |
Material |
Audio grade High Density Polyethylene Foam |
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Shield |
Material |
0.12mm braidedα(Alpha) OCC conductor |
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Barrier lay |
Material |
Cotton paper tape wrap |
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Sheath |
Material |
Flexible PVC(Dark Purple Blue) |
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Cable type |
75Ω Coaxial type |
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Overall Diameter Approx. （mm） |
8.0 |
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Specification |
Test Method |
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Max. Conductor Resistance Ω／m |
0.149 |
JISC3005 6 20℃ |
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Min. Insulation Resistance MΩ‧km |
>1000 |
JISC3005 9.1 20℃ |
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Characteristic Impedance Ω |
75±3 |
at 10MHz |
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Capacitance PF/m |
83.5 |
at 1KHz |
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Dielectric Strength V／1 min. |
AC 1000 |
JISC3005 8 |
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“Rhodium plating on high purity copper conductors provides sophisticated high-resolution sound reproduction with a high SN. Low distortion, high precision sound depiction, high speed response. A high-performance connector with state-of-the-art rhodium plating.”
Masamitsu Fukuda (Top Japanese Audio Commentator)
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“Rhodium plating on high purity copper conductors provides sophisticated high-resolution sound reproduction with a high SN. Low distortion, high precision sound depiction, high speed response. A high-performance connector with state-of-the-art rhodium plating.”
Masamitsu Fukuda (Top Japanese Audio Commentator)
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“Pure silver plating on high purity copper conductors provides a mellow, high-quality sound with low distortion. An attractive sound with, elegant mid-to-highs and a softness across the bandwidth.”
Masamitsu Fukuda (Top Japanese Audio Commentator)
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“Pure silver plating on high purity copper conductors provides a mellow, high-quality sound with low distortion. An attractive sound with, elegant mid-to-highs and a softness across the bandwidth.”
Masamitsu Fukuda (Top Japanese Audio Commentator)
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“With characteristics unlike usual gold plating, it achieves high resolution and high S / N ratio sound reproduction. Combination of high purity copper conductors and gold plating offers a very natural sound.”
Masamitsu Fukuda (Top Japanese Audio Commentator)
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“With characteristics unlike usual gold plating, it achieves high resolution and high S / N ratio sound reproduction. Combination of high purity copper conductors and gold plating offers a very natural sound.”
Masamitsu Fukuda (Top Japanese Audio Commentator)
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Cradle-Flat Construction
1. NCF (multi-material hybrid structure) … Audio grade ABS resin (Base) and NCF formulated nylon resin (Cover)
2. Damping mat
3. Vibration transmission shaft (central column)
4. Vibration suppression wall (damping wall) … damping structure to suppress resonance.
5. Air chamber … Internal air pressure suppresses vibration.
※At its lowest setting the cradle is 23mm off the floor or rack surface – check input and output connection heights on the component side.
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☆NCF Booster-Signal-L in Use☆
>Projector >AV AMP
>Universal Palyer
>Network Player >USB DAC
>Insulator
Furutech at HIGH END 2019, May 9-12, Munich MOC – Hall 3, J01
Furutech Co. Ltd. • Tokyo, Japan, manufacturer of ultra-refined analog, digital, video cable and accessories, invites you to Hall 3, J01 where we will introduce an new model to our new ultimate Cable and Connector damping solution featuring Furutech’s revolutionary NCF sound enhancing material and introduce several new power connector series.
Furutech will be debuting a new addition to the expanding range of NCF products: the new NCF Booster-Signal-L.This new model has been designed to supplement the original NCF Booster and NCF Booster-Signal offering NCF damping for signal connectors (XLR, RCA, HDMI, LAN, USB etc.) at system components and as an effective cable lifter and connector support.
The versatility of the NCF Booster Series and its modular parts will offer customers a complete solution for damping and arranging cables.
You will also be able to view the NCF Booster Series products setup on active systems in various rooms around the show
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NCF Booster-Signal |
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Multifunctional NCF Booster Performance-enhancing Connector & Cable support
Not only do the Furutech NCF Booster Series lift audio cables off the floor minimizing their points of contact with the floor, reducing electromagnetic interference, they also excel at providing NCF damping support for connectors and cables at points of connection. The NCF Booster Series allows for the optimum alignment between connectors and sockets and eliminates static – boosting performance by allowing a more pure and clear signal.
NCF: Nano Crystal² Formula
Developed by Furutech, NCF features a special crystalline material that has two ‘active’ properties. First, it generates negative ions that eliminate static. Second, it converts thermal energy into far infrared. Furutech combines this remarkable material with nano-sized ceramic particles and carbon powder for their additional piezoelectric damping properties. The resulting Nano Crystal² Formula, exclusive to Furutech, is the ultimate electrical and mechanical damping material.
Furutech will also unveil new NCF Power Connector Series
Furutech introduces three new connector series featuring Furutech’s NCF anti-static and resonance damping material to the FI-48 series – available with Rhodium, Silver and Gold plating
FI-48(R) NCF Series |
FI-48(Ag) NCF Series |
FI-46(G) NCF Series |
Furutech also introduces three new “figure-8” connectors including a two slimline versions
FI-8N(R) NCF |
FI-8.1(R) NCF |
FI-8.1(G) |
Furutech NCF Cable Booster-Signal
Life often contains hidden gems awaiting exploration.
Review By Jeremy Kipnis
Really, trying out the Furutech NCF Booster-Signal in any decent audio system is likely going to blow your mind with how it brings out the best qualities you never quite knew were there in your system, but always hoped would be.
Deeply Groovy review of the destat III from Paul Rigby at www.audiophileman.com here
…Wherever you do find static, you can be sure that the Destat III will work and work brilliantly, enhancing sonics wherever it blows its neutralising breeze whether that be on the hi-fi hardware or software. Sonically, this gadget is like a breath of fresh air!… Paul Rigby
Furutech’s top-tier GTX-D NCF wall receptacle receives The Aboslute Sound Editor’s Choice Award 2019
Read the review HERE
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Conductor |
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Alpha-OCC + α-DUCC (7N Class) |
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Construction （pcs／mm） |
Center – 1/0.8 PE core
Inner – 89/0.18α-OCC (Right rotate) Middle – 39/0.18α-OCC (Left rotate) Outer – 62/0.13α-DUCC (Right rotate) |
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Diameter （mm） |
2.58 Approx. |
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11AWG / 4.08 Sq.mm |
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Insulation |
Inner Material |
Audio Grade FEP (Fluoropolymer) |
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Outer Material |
Audio Grade P.E.(Brown for”+”、Blue for “-“) |
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Diameter （mm） |
5. 5 |
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Twisting |
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2 Cores Twisted Together |
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Polyester fibers Filler |
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Barrier Layer-1 |
Non-Woven Fabric wrap |
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Inner Sheath |
Material |
Audio Grade Flexible PVC (Black) Nano-Ceramic / Carbon particle compound |
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Diameter （mm） |
15.0 |
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Shield |
Material |
Cu-Foil + Braided OFC |
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Barrier Layer-2 |
Paper wrap |
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Outer Sheath |
Material |
Audio Grade Flexible PVC (Dark purple) |
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Nom. Thickness（mm） |
1.2 |
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Outer Sleeve |
Material |
Nylon yarn stranded braid(Black/Silver) |
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Overall Diameter （mm） |
19.0 Approx. |
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Max. Conductor Resistance Ω／km |
4.5 |
JISC3005 6 20℃ |
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Insulation Resistance MΩ‧km |
>2500 |
JISC3005 9.1 20℃ |
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Dielectric Strength V/1 min. |
AC 3000 |
JISC3005 8 |
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…they have become utterly indispensable. NCF Boosters and Booster Signals: I wouldn’t want to be without them. Roy Grgory The Audio Beat
Read the Roy’s take on the NCF Boosters here
New NCF Booster Series review from Mono & Stereo here
I’m sure you’ve already grasped all the right reason, why I’m wholeheartedly giving out the Mono and Stereo 2018 Highly Recommended Award to the Furutech NCF Booster and why it deserves this particular accolade. Highly recommended!… Matej Isak
New NCF Booster series review from theaudiophileman.com here
As a whole kit working together? They both reduce veiling noise, push back the stereo image and enhance the 3D effect of the same while encouraging the music that’s already there to come forth and be picked up by the ear. Job done, then!… Paul Rigby
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1. NCF (multi-material hybrid structure) … Audio grade ABS resin (Base) and NCF formulated nylon resin (Cover)
2. Damping mat
3. Vibration transmission shaft (central column)
4. Vibration suppression wall (damping wall) … damping structure to suppress resonance.
5. Air chamber … Internal air pressure suppresses vibration.
Creative AV, Dong Fong Audio & Centre Circle Audio boost their fantastic systems with Furutech NCF Boosters
Pursuit Perfect System (UK) – Informative video on NCF Booster Series and its uses
Pursuit Perfect System (UK) – A/B listening tests with the NCF Booster Series
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NCF Booster Shaft Bar Adjusters Videos
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Pursuit Perfect System (UK) tests the NCF Booster products. In a series of videos Terry is going introduce, test various settings and finally record a comparative sound test with NCF Booster and NCF Booster-Signal.
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Furutech’s NCF Booster-Signal is awarded the prestigious VGP 2018 SUMMER Gold Award!
Product Page: NCF Booster-Signal
TRPTK Studio and CD Label from the Netherlands – Using Furutech NCF Boosters in recording
No Compromises Recording with Dmitry Ferschtman and Mila Baslawskaya, with NCF Boosters on all microphone cables, Daytona for digital filtering, the Pure Power NCF for power distribution, and the new microphone cables.
The Furutech team has just returned from a fantastic show at the High End 2018 where our new NCF products received excellent exposure. We must express our appreciation to all our manufacturer friends that kindly and patiently allowed us to set and reset the NCF Boosters their systems for the best possible performance.
Some photos of NCF Boosters used in a few rooms of the many rooms with NCF Boosters around the show:
VITUS AUDIO
LAWRENCE AUDIO
AUDIONEC
VIVID
VENTURE
PROGRESSIVE AUDIO
PATHOS
VITUS ROOM 2
