New Origin NCF-UK(R) high-performance power cable from Furutech

NEWS
hi-fi+ Staff
May 21, 2025

21 May 2025: Japanese cable and connector specialist Furutech announces the launch of its brand-new Origin series of cables, crafted to redefine the balance between premium performance and value, making high-quality audio more accessible than ever.

The series kicks off with the Origin NCF-UK(R), a beautifully engineered power cable that features μ-OFC conductors ensconced in triple-layered anti-resonance PVC sheaths. The superb Furutech connectors fitted at either end include rhodium-plated, non-magnetic pure copper connector conductors and high-pressure wire clamps, while the component-end FI-28 IEC connector also features Furutech’s patented ‘Floating Field Damper’ Ground/Earth jumper system to dissipate magnetic interference. Every metal component in both the cable and the connectors undergoes Furutech’s Alpha Process, which combines deep cryogenic treatment and demagnetization to maximize performance.

Furutech’s ‘Floating Field Damper’ solves the biggest problem you didn’t know you had

Even during normal use, cables generate unwanted electromagnetic radiation, leading to potential disturbances. This radiation is most pronounced where the cable is bent or folded. Furutech’s ‘Floating Field Damper’ Ground/Earth jumper system addresses this by incorporating a copper plate that makes contact with the mounting screws, effectively grounding and stabilizing the electromagnetic potential. By absorbing this unwanted radiation, the system significantly reduces electromagnetic vibrations resulting in a clearer and more stable audio performance.

Superior damping and noise reduction

As its name suggests, the Origin NCF-UK(R) also features Furutech proprietary Nano Crystal² Formula (NCF). Pioneered by, and exclusive to, Furutech, NCF is engineered to combat static electricity, deliver superior vibration damping and neutralize unwanted electrostatic noise, resulting in a cleaner, more accurate soundstage free of coloration, and allowing the true essence of the audio source to shine through.

Specifications: Origin NCF-UK(R) power cable

Conductors: 7 bundles x 35-strand Alpha-treated μ-OFC; 0.18mm x 3 cores ≈ 9AWG (6.22sq.mm).
Connectors feature Alpha-treated pure-copper rhodium-plated conductors, plus an insulation body incorporating Furutech’s NCF compound.
Main cable fixing clamp designed to improve grip and reduce mechanically and electrically induced distortion.
Furutech’s patented ‘Floating Field Damper’ Ground/Earth jumper system.
Polyethylene insulation designed to withstand high voltage and heat, for lower capacitance and better mechanical damping.
Triple-layer RoHS-compliant, ultra-flexible, lead-free PVC sheaths designed to provide improved vibration isolation, with the inner sheath incorporating an NCF compound.
Shield comprising 9 x 24 strands 0.12mm Alpha-treated μ–OFC conductor, braided.
RoHS-compliant nylon yarn braided outer sleeve (19.0mm diameter approx.).
Length: 1.8m (approx.).

**Furutech’s Pure Transmission technology**

Furutech’s Pure Transmission technology is designed with meticulous attention to every aspect of power and signal transfer, addressing common challenges such as contact resistance, EMI and RFI rejection, through optimized engineering solutions. By leveraging the finest materials and advanced processes, and combining these with an unwavering commitment to build quality, Furutech strives for exceptional performance.