Up for sale is a mint condition, 1.0m pair of Xangsane XS-5500 6N Cryo Single Crystal OCC XLR Interconnects, complete in their original box and packaging.
If you are looking to upgrade your signal path without spending thousands of dollars on boutique brand-name markups, this pair delivers serious high-end performance.
Conductor: Ultra-pure 6N Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC) Copper
Treatment: Deep Cryogenic/Frozen treatment (enhances grain alignment and signal conductivity)
Design & Shielding: Multi-strand geometry with heavy EMI/RFI shielding and thick outer dampening dielectric
Connectors: Premium, heavy-duty XLR connectors with solid copper contacts (Gold/Rhodium plated)
Length: 1.0 Metre Pair
Condition: Mint / Like New – light use in a smoke-free/pet-free environment.
The XS-5500 is renowned in audiophile circles (AudioStyle, Audiogon, and Head-Fi) as one of the best-kept secrets in Hi-Fi cables. It directly rivals major high-end brands like Neotech and AudioQuest at a fraction of the cost.
What Audiophiles Say:
"Out-of-the-box build quality is stunning—similar to Viborg/Neotech packaging. In terms of sound, they deliver smooth, analog-like presentation with zero harshness, incredible bass weight, and fantastic detail retrieval."
"The transparency and clarity are unreal. It eliminates system fatigue, tames bright digital sources, and opens up a deep, textured mid-range."
Key Sonic Traits:
Natural Warmth & Body: Deep, tight bass response with rich vocal textures.
Zero Harshness: Cryo-treated OCC copper provides effortless highs without digital edge or glare.
Ultra-Quiet Background: High-level shielding drops the noise floor to reveal subtle micro-details and dynamic contrast.
Xangsane has earned a dedicated global following among DIY audio enthusiasts and value-focused audiophiles. Unlike generic rebadged products, Xangsane manufactures high-grade cables using genuine Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC) copper and sterling silver metallurgy. They are known throughout the community for exceptional metal purity, robust physical build quality, and incredible price-to-performance value.