iFi audio NOVA and SUPANOVA: The Official Thread

[AMR / iFi audio]

The sound of SilentPower. We are introducing the new additions to our SilentPower Range, SupaNova & Nova - Our all-new power cables.

Nova by iFi audio - The affordable high-performance mains cable.

Specialised high-end construction Our specialised power cable delivers a serious upgrade over standard mains leads and imbues sound with greater clarity, space and definition.

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SupaNova by iFi audio - Our multi-faceted active power cable eradicates dirty mains power and add clarity to your sound.

Noise busting, high-end perfornamce. Our multi-faceted active power cable cleans up dirty mains power and adds clarity to your favourites tunes.

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Most power-conditioning products engage passive noise reduction through a selection of filters and regulators. While this can be effective, it has inherent disadvantages. Passive noise reduction systems are effective at the top end of the frequency spectrum but often less so at lower frequencies. In addition, passive systems need large capacitors to be truly effective, which make the best such products bulky and expensive.

iFi’s active system uses inverse noise current to cancel out the noise in the mains signal. Noise in the mains supply occurs at different frequencies, depending on the cause. Active Noise Cancellation II technology enables a power-conditioning device that is highly effective at reducing noise consistently across the entire frequency spectrum yet sufficiently compact and lightweight to position within the mains cable itself.

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

SupaNova

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

Nova

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

A few more words about our NOVAs.
The cable incorporates five conductors, each made from heavy-gauge, continuous-cast OFHC (Oxygen-Free High Thermal Conductivity) copper, arranged in a geometrically balanced configuration – highly unusual at such a price point.

Two pairs of live and neutral conductors are arranged either side of the earth conductor, which is positioned at the centre of the cable. A further pair of air-dielectric delineators – essentially polymer matrix tubes filled with air – are arranged either side of the earth conductor, keeping the two pairs of live and neutral conductors apart whilst improving the cable’s overall dielectric performance and constructive solidity.

The cable is finished with a tough yet flexible polymer outer sheath and iFi’s bespoke audiophile-grade connectors, complete with 24ct gold plated oxygen-free copper conductors.

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

A bit more about the Ground Zero.
As already mentioned, the cable incorporates five conductors, each made from heavy-gauge, continuous-cast OFHC (Oxygen-Free High Thermal Conductivity) copper, arranged in a geometrically balanced configuration.

Two pairs of live and neutral conductors are arranged either side of the earth conductor, which is positioned at the centre of the cable. The ground conductor is arranged in a shotgun configuration and not twisted around like other mains cables. The live and neutral conductors are arranged in a truly balanced configuration, hence their magnetic fields cancel each other out perfectly.

As a result, there is no residual magnetic field being applied to the centre ground conductor, and no unwanted induced voltage on the Ground conductor – we call this design Ground Zero.

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

If you have any questions regarding Nova and SupaNova, we have updated the FAQs for you:
Nova - https://ifi-audio.com/faq/?filter_ifi_product=nova-power-cable
SupaNova - FAQs | iFi audio

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

Did you know? Our Nova combines brilliantly with our PowerStation mains-conditioning bar – the PowerStation filters out common mode and differential mode noise from the mains supply, while the Nova maintains optimum purity right through to the connected component.

Discover the Nova: https://ifi-audio.com/products/nova/

 

[zerostargeneral]

Dear iFi,

I have been using one of your power supplies for over a month now, I am very very very impressed with the performance.

Kindest regards,G.

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

Dear @zerostargeneral ,
Thanks a lot for your feedback. We are happy that you like iFi power supplies. May I ask which product is it you are using?

 

[zerostargeneral]

Dear Sir,

I am using an off board power supply to my phono stage, that is close to silent.

Kindest regards,G.

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

Pardon the lack of clarity on my end. I was referring to the iFi products. I was curious which of the iFi products did you incorporate into your system.

 

[hairyderriere]

The sound of SilentPower. We are introducing the new additions to our SilentPower Range, SupaNova & Nova - Our all-new power cables.

Nova by iFi audio - The affordable high-performance mains cable.

Specialised high-end construction Our specialised power cable delivers a serious upgrade over standard mains leads and imbues sound with greater clarity, space and definition.

ifi-audio.com

SupaNova by iFi audio - Our multi-faceted active power cable eradicates dirty mains power and add clarity to your sound.

Noise busting, high-end perfornamce. Our multi-faceted active power cable cleans up dirty mains power and adds clarity to your favourites tunes.

ifi-audio.com

Most power-conditioning products engage passive noise reduction through a selection of filters and regulators. While this can be effective, it has inherent disadvantages. Passive noise reduction systems are effective at the top end of the frequency spectrum but often less so at lower frequencies. In addition, passive systems need large capacitors to be truly effective, which make the best such products bulky and expensive.

iFi’s active system uses inverse noise current to cancel out the noise in the mains signal. Noise in the mains supply occurs at different frequencies, depending on the cause. Active Noise Cancellation II technology enables a power-conditioning device that is highly effective at reducing noise consistently across the entire frequency spectrum yet sufficiently compact and lightweight to position within the mains cable itself.

I'd be happy to test out a few Novas here in Auckland New Zealand, if you're interested in user reviews.

 

[zerostargeneral]

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

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That's awesome. Thanks a lot. I would love to see a pic of what you are using it with.

 

[1GTRBG]

Hello, what about the conductors used in Nova and Supanova - are they solid core or multistrand?

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

Hi @1GTRBG , the answer is - Multistrand.

They incorporate five conductors, each made from heavy-gauge, continuous-cast OFHC (Oxygen-Free High Thermal Conductivity) copper, arranged in a geometrically balanced configuration – highly unusual at such a price point.


Two pairs of live and neutral conductors are arranged either side of the earth conductor, which is positioned at the centre of the cable. A further pair of air-dielectric delineators – essentially polymer matrix tubes filled with air – are arranged either side of the earth conductor, keeping the two pairs of live and neutral conductors apart whilst improving the cable’s overall dielectric performance and constructive solidity.


The cable is finished with a tough yet flexible polymer outer sheath and iFi’s bespoke audiophile-grade connectors, complete with 24ct gold plated oxygen-free copper conductors.

 

[1GTRBG]

Hi @1GTRBG , the answer is - Multistrand.

They incorporate five conductors, each made from heavy-gauge, continuous-cast OFHC (Oxygen-Free High Thermal Conductivity) copper, arranged in a geometrically balanced configuration – highly unusual at such a price point.


Two pairs of live and neutral conductors are arranged either side of the earth conductor, which is positioned at the centre of the cable. A further pair of air-dielectric delineators – essentially polymer matrix tubes filled with air – are arranged either side of the earth conductor, keeping the two pairs of live and neutral conductors apart whilst improving the cable’s overall dielectric performance and constructive solidity.


The cable is finished with a tough yet flexible polymer outer sheath and iFi’s bespoke audiophile-grade connectors, complete with 24ct gold plated oxygen-free copper conductors.

Hi, thanks for the reply - will buy 2 Supanova(((•?•)))

 

[AMR / iFi audio]

That's great news. Let me know if you have any further questions.

 

[dnnaudio]

Hi IFI Audio, question what do you recommend between supanova and nova as replacement power supply from Elite to power conditioner (Shunyata).