{"product_id":"tributaries-model-6ab-mkii-balanced-cable","title":"Tributaries Model 6AB MKII Balanced Cable","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTributaries Series 6 Mark II Balanced Audio Cable (XLR)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrafted for discerning audiophiles, the Tributaries Series 6 Mark II Balanced Audio Cable is a premium solution for superior signal fidelity and noise rejection. Hand-assembled in Orlando, Florida, each cable features \u003cstrong\u003edual-gauge high-conductivity oxygen-free copper (HC-OFC) conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e precisely engineered to support the full audio spectrum — from rich bass to detailed highs. The individually insulated conductors eliminate strand interaction, while the precision-twisted balanced design with dual shielding ensures a quiet, interference-free signal path. 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