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SUPER Balanced Interconnects are a great addition to any Premium music or film system. They work well with other REALISTIC Transparent System Companions to provide more refined, powerful, and deeper music foundation and greater dynamics and space for a closer connection to music.
OVERVIEW
New Old Stock Transparent GEN 5 Super Balanced Interconnect.
• Series: Super
• Type: Interconnects
• Technology: GEN 5
• Terminations: XLR > XLR
• Rating: New
• Accessories: Cables come in original box, and will be professionally packed for shipping.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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At US$1,827, this sits below the US$2,695 ask on a comparable Transparent GEN 5 Reference balanced pair, but it is still not a casual buy; Transparent’s balanced interconnects live in a premium tier where new pricing is far higher and used values tend to stay stubbornly elevated. Against that backdrop, US$1,827 reads as fair to attractive if the cable is genuinely in clean condition and of a similar model tier, but not a slam-dunk bargain without length and exact version details.
What makes it worthwhile is the usual Transparent strength: a very low-noise, highly resolved presentation with good tonal density and a sense of control that suits serious balanced systems. These cables are often bought as a system-level upgrade, so original packaging, verified length, and intact network housings matter because they support resale and confidence. If the listing is clean and complete, this is the kind of used Transparent piece that can make sense for someone building around XLR gear.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Transparent Audio was founded in 1980 in Saco, Maine, by audio enthusiasts Jack Sumner, Karen Sumner, and Carl Smith, who initially distributed high-end products like the Norwegian Electrocompaniet amplifiers and the iconic Well Tempered Turntable. Evolving from distribution, the company entered manufacturing in the mid-1980s, first with MIT cables before launching its own innovative line in 1993. This heritage of passion-driven innovation has defined Transparent as a pioneer in audio connectivity, with breakthroughs like patented network technology, unique cable geometries, and system-specific calibration introduced in the 1990s.
The brand focuses exclusively on premium cables and related components, including interconnects, loudspeaker cables, digital audio cables, HDMI cables, AC power cords, and power conditioners. Transparent eschews amplifiers, speakers, turntables, DACs, or headphones, concentrating instead on transmission solutions that minimize signal distortion and maximize sonic transparency. Their Reference line, debuted in 1994, established this niche, bolstered by ongoing refinements and an owner-friendly upgrade program.
Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Transparent commands respect among discerning buyers and professionals for delivering pristine, nuanced sound reproduction in world-class systems. Decades of awards, relentless R&D, and a reputation for pushing cable technology boundaries cement its status as a leader, where cables are treated as equals to components themselves.
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