Mantikor

About the Mantikor

The Stage III Concepts Mantikor speaker cable is part of the A.S.P. (Absolute Signal Purity) Reference series, representing the pinnacle of the brand's cable technology. It employs 16 silver/palladium alloy AeroStrand Ultra™ conductors (2.5mm x 0.55mm) per channel arranged in a tubular geometry to achieve perfect tonal balance and focus throughout the entire frequency spectrum. The AeroStrand conductors are manufactured using a unique ultra-slow, temperature-controlled extrusion process and cryogenic treatment to create a homogeneous, non-directional internal metal structure that enhances conductivity and reduces distortion. The cables utilize a vacuum dielectric environment to minimize capacitive effects and electromagnetic interference, combined with proprietary multi-level shielding technologies including TriSilencer™ and H.D.A. (High Density Alloy) shielding for near-complete immunity to EMI/RF interference. Terminations are made with thick, solid copper plated with pure silver and feature proprietary Hyperion connectors handmade by Stage III Concepts to ensure lossless signal transmission. The cable housing incorporates custom handmade woven carbon fiber and epoxy resin for durability and minimal crosstalk. The Mantikor is handmade in the USA and is regarded as one of the most transparent and 'invisible' cables, delivering a live concert experience with enhanced detail, dynamics, and soundstage expansion while maintaining a natural, musical, and effortless sonic presentation.