{"product_id":"shunyata-altaira-x-hub-shunyata-products-are-custom-orders-no-refunds-or-exchanges","title":"Shunyata Altaira-X Hub (Shunyata products are custom orders, No refunds or exchanges)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row fl-row-fixed-width fl-row-bg-none fl-node-o0ae2rfspd89 fl-row-default-height fl-row-align-center\" data-node=\"o0ae2rfspd89\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content fl-row-fixed-width fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-group fl-node-li0otxpkdrbu fl-col-group-custom-width\" data-node=\"li0otxpkdrbu\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-hbqeaftpzdir fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"hbqeaftpzdir\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-rich-text fl-node-qlvbic0yzgtj\" data-node=\"qlvbic0yzgtj\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeerless Ground System Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Altaira-X ground hub is the ultimate expression of Shunyata Research's ground noise reduction technology. Building on the success of the Product of the Year award-winning Altaira Ground System, Altaira-X represents a bold design progression that brings a dramatic increase in noise reduction and component isolation. Its eight independently filtered terminals create a profoundly quiet foundation for recording, mastering, or high-end listening systems striving for ultimate performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn All-In-One ‘X’ Statement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltaira-X is a comprehensive eight-post ground hub, providing ample connections for the majority of reference audio systems. Its advanced internal architecture provides unprecedented filtration at every terminal, allowing users to mix chassis and signal-grounded components within a single unit. No special configuration is required, each terminal automatically preserves the separation needed to maintain signal purity and minimize inter-component noise transfer. With Altaira-X, each component operates on an island of calm within the sea of noise that surrounds complex electronics systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvancing Science\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe breakthroughs at the core of the Altaira-X ground system are many, but two stand out. The patent-pending Transverse Axial Polarizer (TAPc) technology eliminates EMI distortion that would otherwise blur timing, dynamics, and fine detail in any top-performing sound system. Altaira-X also possesses increased levels of high-frequency noise filtering, creating a deep labyrinth of silence that intensifies the listening experience. Other tech enhancements include Shunyata's patented Noise Isolation Chamber, along with platinum plated solid copper ground connection points to reduce contact resistance. This suite of proprietary technologies, each designed to target a specific form of ground-plane distortion, combines to produce an effect greater than the sum of its parts: a system-wide transformation in resolution, clarity, and realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e‘X’ Ground Cables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/product\/x-cgc-sgc-ground-cable\/\"\u003e‘X’ Ground Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomplete the Altaira-X reference system by delivering the lowest-resistance connection possible between components and the hub. They utilize pure silver conductors treated with Shunyata Research’s KPIP v2™ process to achieve unmatched conductivity, dynamics, and resolution. Combined with proprietary TAPc and CMode  (Common Mode noise reduction) modules, these cables form the finest ground connection available, perfectly complementing the uncompromising performance of the Altaira-X hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGROUNDBREAKING TECHNOLOGY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row fl-row-fixed-width fl-row-bg-none fl-node-sakted7xgj3u fl-row-default-height fl-row-align-center\" data-node=\"sakted7xgj3u\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content fl-row-fixed-width fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-group fl-node-2zksacgn73f1 fl-col-group-custom-width\" data-node=\"2zksacgn73f1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-xdatcswk8brf fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"xdatcswk8brf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-photo fl-node-ean3106i2scb\" data-node=\"ean3106i2scb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo fl-photo-align-center\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo-content fl-photo-img-png\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"fl-photo-img wp-image-24888 size-full ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/TAPc.png\" alt=\"TAPc\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"363\" width=\"300\" title=\"TAPc\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/TAPc.png\" data-eio-rwidth=\"300\" data-eio-rheight=\"363\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-v3r6zlxi4ebp fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"v3r6zlxi4ebp\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-node-4mq8ta5cydjg\" data-node=\"4mq8ta5cydjg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-rich-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTAP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cem\u003eTransverse Axial Polarizer\u003c\/em\u003e) is a patent-pending technology developed by Shunyata Research to enhance the performance of its reference signal cables. The evolution of this technology has led to the creation of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTAPc\u003c\/em\u003e, a groundbreaking advancement that significantly reduces the size of the modules, enabling their application across a broader range of products, including power distributors, power cords, interconnects, digital cables and speaker cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sonic results of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTAPc\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etechnology include a profound drop in perceived noise floor, effortlessly portrayed dynamics, and an exceptional rendering of timing and coherency. These benefits are unique to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTAPc\u003c\/em\u003e, setting it apart from any competing product or technology. Even to an untrained ear, the effects of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTAPc\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare immediately apparent and consistently repeatable across various components and systems. Essentially, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTAPc\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003emodules act as force multipliers, elevating the listening experience to levels many would not have thought possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row fl-row-fixed-width fl-row-bg-none fl-node-xt2i4jknwgzh fl-row-default-height fl-row-align-center\" data-node=\"xt2i4jknwgzh\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content fl-row-fixed-width fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-group fl-node-6101d75a8986a fl-col-group-custom-width\" data-node=\"6101d75a8986a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-6101d75a8986c fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"6101d75a8986c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-photo fl-node-6101d75a8986e\" data-node=\"6101d75a8986e\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo fl-photo-align-center\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo-content fl-photo-img-jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"fl-photo-img wp-image-3541 size-medium lazyautosizes ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC-253x300.jpg\" alt=\"NIC\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"300\" width=\"253\" title=\"NIC\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC-253x300.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC-253x300.jpg 253w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC-135x160.jpg 135w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC.jpg 500w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"253\" data-eio-rheight=\"300\" sizes=\"96px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC-253x300.jpg 253w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC-135x160.jpg 135w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/NIC.jpg 500w\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-6101d75a8986d fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"6101d75a8986d\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-node-6101d75a8986f\" data-node=\"6101d75a8986f\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-rich-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e NIC™\u003c\/strong\u003e (Noise Isolation Chamber) is a patented Shunyata Research device that reduces high frequency power line noise. It employs a ferroelectric substance that actually absorbs high frequency noise without any of the reactive negatives associated with transformers and large capacitors as used in conventional power conditioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~ Patent US 8,658,892 ~\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row fl-row-fixed-width fl-row-bg-none fl-node-tle31fz7ma4o fl-row-default-height fl-row-align-center\" data-node=\"tle31fz7ma4o\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content fl-row-fixed-width fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-group fl-node-dzpicnh0sv3y fl-col-group-custom-width\" data-node=\"dzpicnh0sv3y\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-l86duyb91rat fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"l86duyb91rat\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-photo fl-photo fl-photo-align-center fl-node-tw0e9f8ojisb\" data-node=\"tw0e9f8ojisb\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo-content fl-photo-img-png\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"fl-photo-img wp-image-26011 size-full ls-is-cached lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/platinum-plated.png\" alt=\"platinum-plated\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"351\" width=\"300\" title=\"platinum-plated\" loading=\"lazy\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/platinum-plated.png\" data-eio-rwidth=\"300\" data-eio-rheight=\"351\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-jb3vgtlrp89a fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"jb3vgtlrp89a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-rich-text fl-node-d6can5mjofy2\" data-node=\"d6can5mjofy2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatinum plating on the ground terminals delivers exceptional fidelity and tonal purity, offering a stunning natural presentation that complements the heightened resolution of Altaira-X. Fine detail is revealed without harshness, while clarity, contrast, and dimensionality are preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row fl-row-fixed-width fl-row-bg-none fl-node-0azp71x2k5ht fl-row-default-height fl-row-align-center\" data-node=\"0azp71x2k5ht\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-row-content fl-row-fixed-width fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-group fl-node-jd73quzw2vrs fl-col-group-custom-width\" data-node=\"jd73quzw2vrs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-v94f1lia6snx fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"v94f1lia6snx\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-photo fl-node-b8j7lofu4hpg\" data-node=\"b8j7lofu4hpg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo fl-photo-align-center\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-photo-content fl-photo-img-png\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"fl-photo-img wp-image-24497 size-medium lazyautosizes lazyloaded\" src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-510x600.png\" alt=\"KPIP v2 tech icon\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"600\" width=\"510\" title=\"kpip_v2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-510x600.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-510x600.png 510w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-1021x1200.png 1021w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-768x903.png 768w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2.png 1200w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"510\" data-eio-rheight=\"600\" sizes=\"96px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-510x600.png 510w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-1021x1200.png 1021w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2-768x903.png 768w, https:\/\/shunyata.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kpip_v2.png 1200w\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col fl-node-hyie7q9xul1c fl-col-bg-color fl-col-small-custom-width\" data-node=\"hyie7q9xul1c\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-col-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module fl-module-rich-text fl-node-1ml02r7j9s4g\" data-node=\"1ml02r7j9s4g\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fl-rich-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKPIP v2™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShunyata Research’s proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Process includes four days of continuous KPIP v2™ processing which refines conductor metals at the atomic level. This dramatically reduces burn-in time and significantly improves sonic performance, delivering a relaxed and life-like presentation. When compared to the original process, KPIP v2™ represents a dramatic performance upgrade on par with a component-level upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shunyata","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":47319443833090,"sku":null,"price":13860.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":47319443865858,"sku":null,"price":13860.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/6870\/9634\/files\/GRD_Altaira_X_Silver_Front_2-expanded-web-1200x584.jpg?v=1758048695","url":"https:\/\/www.audioexcellence.ca\/products\/shunyata-altaira-x-hub-shunyata-products-are-custom-orders-no-refunds-or-exchanges","provider":"Audio Excellence","version":"1.0","type":"link"}