The Master Live Headphone Cable

The Master Live
Discover the next evolution of personal audio. The Master Live by TARA Labs is a revolutionary advancement in signal transfer designed to bridge the gap between recorded audio and a live performance. Custom hand-crafted in Oregon, USA, this cable is engineered for the audiophile who demands absolute transparency, holographic imaging, and a life-like musicality.

Engineering the Perfect Signal
At the heart of the Master Live lies TARA Labs’ proprietary SA-OF8N (Super-Annealed, Oxygen-Free, 99.999999% pure) copper. These Gen2 Rectangular Solid Core (RSC) conductors are mono-crystal and frequency-tuned to provide a path of least resistance for your music.

• Zero Noise, Pure Music: TARA Labs' customized geometric construction virtually eliminates internal micro-phonics and transient triboelectric noise.
• The 8N Advantage: Utilizing 8-nines pure copper ensures that every nuance—from the subtle breath of a vocalist to the decaying ring of a cymbal—is preserved.
• Lifetime Reliability: Proudly hand-crafted in the USA and backed by a lifetime guarantee.

The Sonic Profile
The Master Live is designed to disappear, leaving only the music behind. Whether you are listening to 24-bit high-resolution digital files (FLAC, WAV, ALAC) or the organic warmth of high-end vinyl, the Master Live ignites your listening experience with:

• Expansive Soundstage: A holographic, spacious, and precise soundstage that places you in the center of the recording.
• Crystal Clarity: High-frequency extension and fine resolution of details without any harshness.
• Rich & Defined: A full, rich mid-range paired with “tight” bass that delivers both punch and texture.
• Authentic Timbre: Musicality that outlines images clearly, maintaining the natural timbre of every instrument.

The Heritage of Quality
Every TARA Labs cable is handmade to order in Oregon, USA. Master technicians hand-polish each conductor to ensure an optimal interface. TARA Labs believes in their craftsmanship so much that every cable comes with a Lifetime Guarantee.

Versatility & Connectivity
The Master Live is a complete system designed to be compatible with the world’s finest headphones and amplifiers.

Standard Configuration:

• Length: 2.4 meters (8 ft).
• Source Termination: Gold-plated 4-pin balanced XLR male.
• Included Adapters: Two 9-inch premium adapters:
  • 4-pin balanced XLR female to gold-plated 1/4” (6.3mm).
  • 4-pin balanced XLR female to gold-plated 3.5mm stereo.

Available Custom Terminations: A wide array of high-quality terminations from Neutrik and Furutech to fit almost any headphone manufacturer, including:

• Sennheiser: HD800, HD650, HD600, HD580 series.
• Focal: Utopia (LEMO plugs).
• Specialty: MrSpeakers, 2.5mm mini mono, 3-pin and 4-pin mini XLR.

High-end audio components are only as strong as their weakest link. By eliminating the “veils” common in standard cabling, the Master Live allows your high-res music servers and analog rigs to reach their full potential. Hear your music as it was truly intended.