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Headphone Zone - Stairway Balanced Cable

Silver-Plated 2-Pin + QDC to 4.4mm Upgrade Cable

₹ 1,199

MRP: ₹ 1,699

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Headphone Zone Headphone Zone - Stairway Balanced Cable

₹ 1,199

MRP: ₹ 1,699

Every Good IEM Deserves A Balanced Setup

What difference can a Balanced Cable and a Balanced DAC & Amp make to the sound of your IEMs? Well, it's hard to make a general statement. But here are something's you should know.

Using a Balanced DAC & Amp means using 2 amplifiers doing the job of one. So each channel, Left and Right gets its own amplifier. So the first thing you should notice, is your IEMs get double the amount of power. What's more, the use of Balanced cables also lowers the noise floor on any headphone, and therefore improves the dynamic range, helping you hear softer details on any track. They also notably eliminate cross-talk between the left and right channels, something that can make subtle improvements to the soundstage.

Different Headphones and IEMs respond slightly differently to upgrading the chain to a balanced DAC & Amp and balanced cables. But as a general rule of thumb, you should hear a more controlled sound, sharper responses, tighter bass, and a wider soundstage.

Crafted With Silver Plated Copper Core With 250D Nylon

The Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable is crafted with precision, featuring silver-plated copper (SPC) strands for exceptional electrical conductivity and clean, lossless audio transmission. The copper shielding adds durability, offering resistance to wear, and external damage. Additionally, the Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable incorporates 250D nylon for enhanced strength and protection, further safeguarding the SPC core while minimising tangling for a hassle-free experience.

8 Strand Hand Woven Cable With A Protective PVC Sheath

The Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable is meticulously hand-braided with 8 strands to reduce electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, ensuring enhanced audio clarity. Its outer PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) sheath protects against moisture, dust, and physical damage. Together, these components deliver clean audio transmission, elevating your music-listening experience.

Features An Industry Standard 4.4mm Termination

The Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable features an industry standard 4.4mm balanced termination, compatible with a range of audiophile-grade devices. Its gold-plated termination ensures durability and flawless audio transmission, for a high-fidelity music-listening experience.

Depending on your IEM Choose From 2-Pin 0.78mm Or QDC Variant

Headphone Zone is dedicated to providing audiophiles with premium audio products, and the Stairway balanced cable is no exception. Available in two variants - 2-pin 0.78mm and 2-pin QDC - it pairs seamlessly with a wide range of IEMs, ensuring no compromise in your listening experience. Both connectors are gold-plated, guaranteeing reliable, high-quality transmission for superior audio performance.

Crafted With Silver Plated Copper Core With 250D Nylon

The Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable is crafted with precision, featuring silver-plated copper (SPC) strands for exceptional electrical conductivity and clean, lossless audio transmission. The copper shielding adds durability, offering resistance to wear, and external damage. Additionally, the Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable incorporates 250D nylon for enhanced strength and protection, further safeguarding the SPC core while minimising tangling for a hassle-free experience.

8 Strand Hand Woven Cable With A Protective PVC Sheath

The Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable is meticulously hand-braided with 8 strands to reduce electromagnetic interference and crosstalk, ensuring enhanced audio clarity. Its outer PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) sheath protects against moisture, dust, and physical damage. Together, these components deliver clean audio transmission, elevating your music-listening experience.

Features An Industry Standard 4.4mm Termination

The Headphone Zone Stairway balanced cable features an industry standard 4.4mm balanced termination, compatible with a range of audiophile-grade devices. Its gold-plated termination ensures durability and flawless audio transmission, for a high-fidelity music-listening experience.

Depending on your IEM Choose From 2-Pin 0.78mm Or QDC Variant

Headphone Zone is dedicated to providing audiophiles with premium audio products, and the Stairway balanced cable is no exception. Available in two variants - 2-pin 0.78mm and 2-pin QDC - it pairs seamlessly with a wide range of IEMs, ensuring no compromise in your listening experience. Both connectors are gold-plated, guaranteeing reliable, high-quality transmission for superior audio performance.

2-Pin 0.78mm

7HZ: Salnotes Zero, Zero:2, Legato
Headphone Zone: Salnotes Zero Ltd. Ed., Cadenza, OD200
Truthear: Gate, Zero:Red, Zero, Hexa
Moondrop: Chu II, Chu II DSP,
Simgot: EW100P, EW200, EA500 LM, EW300, EM6L
ZiiGaat: Nuo, Cinno
Kiwi Ears: Melody, Quartet, Forteza, Singolo, Canta
Kinera: Celest Wyvern Pro, Celest Wyvern Black
QKZ: Hades
Juzear: Clear
Tangzu: Yu Xuan Ji, FuDu Verse 1, Xuan Nv, Wan'er S.G 2
Meze: Alba
Moondrop: Aria2, MAY
Letshuoer: DZ4, S08, S12 PRO
Shanling: Sono
FiiO: JH5
Tripowin: Kailua
Kefine: Klanar, Delci
DUNU: Titan S2
Oriveti: bleqk Dynabird, OD100
Tanchjim: 4U
AFUL: MagicOne, Explorer

2-Pin QDC

Headphone Zone: Wan'er S.G, JD1
KZ: EDX Pro, EDX Pro X, EDX Lite, Merga, ZEX, Castor, ZSN Pro X, ZSN PRO 2, ZVX, ZSN PRO, ZES, ZEX Pro, Vader, ZS10 Pro X, PR3, ZS10 Pro 2, Symphony, ZAR, AS10 PRO, Hydro, EDC Pro
CCA: LYRA, Polaris, CRA, Trio, DUO, PLA13, Pianist
FiiO: JD10
Tangzu: Wan'er S.G, Wan'er S.G Studio Edition

All You Need To Know About The Headphone Zone Stairway Balanced Cable

Connector

0.78mm 2-Pin / QDC

Plug

4.4mm (Balanced)

Microphone

Without Mic

Cable

8 Core Cable

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1. Headphone Zone Stairway Balanced Cable

1 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this Headphone Zone - Stairway Balanced Cable comes with a 1 Year warranty from Headphone Zone that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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I'm so happy I bought this balanced 2 pin 4.4mm IEM Cable for my 7hz Legato. First when I got it , it was having a strong plastic odour, which makes me headache. I thought I have wasted my money by buying it. But I have decided to place it in my well ventilated open space hall room . And also under the fan to fade away the platic chemical odour. After 3 to 4 days the plastic smell gone . And it's good to use . The cable has decent build quality. Not good for rough use. But I use everything carefully so it's not a problem. The sound quality is really good when coming from the stock 3.5mm single ended cable. Now on balanced cable Every frequencies are well separated and the details of bass has improved a lot Now my 7hz Legato sounds like a fully equipped HiFi speakers. The bass depth and fullness has improved a lot. And the treble and mids sounds more natural. More holographic on my Hidizs S9 Pro. I use 2.5mm to 4 4mm converter to use it with the DAC. It also sounds good on the Onix Alpha Xl1. That's all thanks from Palakkad 👍🏻.

2-Pin

Superb sound

Enhanced sound experience simgot ew300

Your experience with the Headphone Zone Stairway Balanced Cable is why we love what we do, Jagdish. Thank you for sharing your journey with me. 🙌

QDC

Headphone Zone - Stairway Balanced Cable

Good one

This 4.4mm cable gives well balanced sound output good one

Exceptional Quality & Performance (BUY IT !)

If you know what you are buying, Even 2k on this cable is a steal of a deal.
AWESOME !!!
Some will cost more than 40k INR too. This one is like 96% or better. Diminishing returns. Far better than anything in the sub 10k Bracket.

Let me describe the set up here:
Source: Apple Music & FLAC Files (Hi-Res) & Vinyl Phonograph
Amps: Fosi DS2, Fiio Mark 3 (iOS Lightning Bitperfect)
IEMS: KZ ZSN 10 Pro, KZ PR2 (Planar Magnetic)

So, I know this is just a cable. With Audio everything matters for me. Subjective Topic.
This Cable is new, Let's see how it Ages. But the quality is top notch. Fit and Build Precise. You will not notice any change in the audio from the DAC to the IEMs, I have good ones, stock ones, and Silver, Gold.. they all have their place; but they are not competing with this cable from Headphone Zone.

Guys, great Job. Now, I am not sure why the balanced end cable relief is open jacketed, I think it's intentional. I want to find out why in time..
Bring More Stuff Guys. This is what Indians will Buy. No questions.
Remember not to price out like other brands when you do well.

Those who make lasting products, stay in the business with respect for the longest. Be that.

Thanks for this, I paid 1k but this review is what I want give as gratitude. You have done something worthy. This is my way of Paying what I couldn't on the MRP. Take Care

What an incredible and heartfelt review, thank you! Love the passion in your setup and how much attention you give to every detail. We’re thrilled to hear the cable is performing way above expectations and fits right into your high-quality chain.
Truly appreciate your support and the encouragement, it means a lot!
Keep the music playing!

Value for Money + Sound Quality

The Cable Quality is Good; it is flexible & Soft feeling on the ears. The sound output is excellent.

Glad to hear you’re enjoying the flexible cable and excellent sound output! Keep the music playing!

2-Pin

Great quality and sound experience

The build quality is great and adds greater value to my Moondrop Chu 2, paired with Moondrop Dawn Pro DAC. My wired music sessions have been awesome with this cable as an upgrade.

Happy to hear the cable upgrade is enhancing your Moondrop setup and wired music sessions! Keep the music playing!

2-Pin

Perfect sound

Clean and balanced output very good L &R seperation. Paired with moondrop chu 2 enhanced sound experience.

Thank you so much for the fantastic rating and review! We're thrilled you enjoyed it. Keep the music playing!

QDC

Reviewing Headphone Zone - Stairway Balanced Cable

Heyy thank you for being patient with me.... I've got the product but I'm unable to use it cuz I don't have a dac which supports 4.4mm. I'm waiting for kiwi ears- Allegro mini to restock at your store 😅
Other than that it fits quite well and the build quality is good tho I'm worried about the cable getting strained at the end of the ear as there is no support like in tangzu waner or moondrop chu 2 cables

Heyy, thank you for being so kind and patient through it all! Glad to hear the fit and build quality impressed you. Totally understand the wait for a 4.4mm DAC, the Kiwi Ears Allegro Mini will be worth it!

And yes, good call on the cable strain, we’ll definitely pass that feedback along. In the meantime, just be a bit gentle with the bends near the connectors. Can’t wait for you to hear it in full swing soon!

QDC

Sounds great

Very little but noticeable improvement in sound stage. Currently enjoying it with KA13

Glad you're enjoying the upgrade! Even subtle improvements can make a big difference. KA13 and your setup sound like a great match. Keep the music playing!

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Country Of Origin	India
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Headphone Zone - Stairway Balanced Cable

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What does Unboxed mean?

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Packed and shipped within 24/48/72 hours

Not perfect for you? 7 days to exchange for something that is.

Shipping is free. Always.

Defective? Tell us within 7 days. We'll take care of it.

1 Year warranty included. You're covered.

Earn 1,199 Club Audiophile Points - a perk of being one of us.

2-Pin 0.78mm

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All You Need To Know About The Headphone Zone Stairway Balanced Cable

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