NOBUNAGA LABS / Hiei [NLC-HEI]

Hiei [NLC-HEI] is a re-cable (4.4mm 5-pole balanced) that uses a copper-silver alloy conductor for clear sound image positioning and high expressiveness.

■ Copper-silver alloy wire that delivers natural sound expansion and resonance, extended mid- and high-range frequencies, and well-defined low frequencies.
・To achieve optimal acoustic characteristics, we use a new conductor created by NOBUNAGA Labs, combining high-purity oxygen-free copper with silver in a proprietary ratio. This conductor combines high-purity oxygen-free copper, which delivers well-balanced, wide-range reproduction from low to high frequencies, with silver in a proprietary ratio that enables clear, speedy projection. This results in smooth, transparent mid- and high-range frequencies and well-defined low frequencies. Additionally, the use of 133 single-core 0.03mm diameter conductors reduces conductor resistance and improves electrical conductivity. The 8-core configuration improves sound image positioning and information volume, reproducing a wide-range, excellent resolution and a natural, expansive, and rich sound field, as well as a more lustrous, extended mid- and high-range frequencies and a deep, expressive sound.

■ Outer jacket designed for comfortable use
・The outer jacket is made of high-quality PVC, which is flexible and durable. Lightweight and extremely flexible, it's easy to handle, and its reduced touch noise provides a comfortable feel.

■Balanced connection maximizes the performance of connected devices
- Balanced connections use independent amplifiers for the left and right channels of the player, minimizing crosstalk and enabling more accurate positioning and spatial expression. The 8-core braided configuration is designed to maximize the benefits of balanced connections.

■Minimize transmission loss
- By eliminating the soldering process (joint processing) at the branching point, which causes electrical resistance, and by equalizing the braid pitch of the cable, we have achieved an ideal design that does not change transmission characteristics, allowing the cable's inherent characteristics to be fully utilized.

■High-quality Japanese-made plug
- The 4.4mm 5-pole plug is gold-plated on all contacts for excellent electrical conductivity. A special flash plating process prevents problems such as plating peeling and oxidation corrosion, ensuring high-quality performance over the long term. The original NOBUNAGA Labs matte black design emphasizes a simple yet luxurious feel.

■Slim Shell Plug Compatible with a Wide Variety of Headphones
- Like the player plug, the plug is made in Japan with high-quality 24K gold plating, ensuring a stable connection and efficient conductivity. The long shaft and slim shell design also make it compatible with a wider range of headphones than conventional headphone cables.
(Left side: Black, Right side: Red)

■Molding for Durability
- The inside of the headphone plug shell is molded to minimize cable connection and disconnection issues. Additionally, the soft, flexible resin reduces strain on the cable when it bends.

■Solid Branching Parts
- The Y-branch and cable slider are finished in black anodized aluminum, emphasizing a simple yet luxurious feel. The cable slider ensures a secure fit, even when used on the move.

Specifications
Cable: Copper-silver alloy conductor, 8 cores
Cable Length: 180cm
Cable Slider: With slider
Headphone Plug: 3.5mm 2-pole straight plug x 2
Device Plug: 4.4mm 5-pole straight plug
Impedance: 0.2Ω or less
Warranty: 3 months

Compatible Models
[Headphones]
beyerdynamic: T1 3rd Generation, T1 2nd Generation, T5 3rd Generation, T5p 2nd Generation, AK T1p, AK T5p 2nd Generation, AMIRON HOME, Aventho Wired
DENON: AH-D9200, AH-D7200, AH-D5200, AH-D7100, AH-D600
FIIO: FT5, FT3
final: D8000 Pro, D8000, D7000, SONOROUS X, SONOROUS VIII, SONOROUS VI・SONOROUS Ⅳ・SONOROUS III・SONOROUS II
FOCAL: STELLIA・CLEAR・CLEAR MG・CLEAR MG PRO・ELEAR・RADIANCE・CELESTEE・ELEGIA
HiFiMAN: Arya・SUSVARA・SUNDARA・ANANDA・HE1000 V2・HE1000se・HE6se・HE400S・HE400se・Edition XS・SUNDARA Closed-Back・Audivina・Arya organic・ANANDA NANO
iBasso Audio: SR2・SR3
JVC: HA-SW01・HA-SW02
Meze Audio: LIRIC・109 Pro
ONKYO: SN-1
Pioneer: SE-MONITOR5
SONY: MDR-Z1R・MDR-Z7・MDR-Z7M2
TAGO STUDIO: T3-01, T3-03
Technics: EAH-T700
THIE AUDIO: Ghost
UNCOMMON: PDH-1
VECLOS: HPT-700, HPS-500
Victor: HA-WM90-B
YAMAHA: YH-5000SE
MOONDROP: Keimeisei?VENUS, Soranari?VOID, Rakuen?PARA, Joker

*Not compatible models
AUDEZE: LCD-1
aune audio AR5000
CROSSZONE: CZ-1, CZ-10
HiFiMAN: Deva Pro
Meze Audio: 99Classics/99Neo
ONKYO: A800
PHILIPS: Fidelio X3
*A list of other devices that have been confirmed to work is regularly updated on the WiseTech website.

[4.4mm 5-pole plug end]
Astell&Kern: ACRO CA1000
FiiO: K9 Pro ESS, K9 AKM, K7, R9, R7
SENNHEISER: HDV820
SHANLING: EC Mini
SONY: TA-ZH1ES
iFi Audio: ZEN CAN Signature Standard, ZEN DAC
*A list of other devices that have been confirmed to work is regularly updated on the WiseTech website.