Audiovector ZERO Avantgarde Arreté Speaker Cable (3.15m)

Audiovector ZERO Avantgarde Arreté (3.15m) is a high-end Audiovector ZERO cable designed to connect an amplifier to a passive loudspeaker. This version is 3.15 metres long. Its conductors are made from pure copper, while the asymmetric construction uses different cross-sectional areas for the positive and negative conductors.

This model is an upgraded version of the ZERO Avantgarde cable. It is intended for systems that require this specific cable length and Audiovector’s chosen conductor construction.

Construction and materials

The cable uses pure copper for both conductors. Buyers therefore do not need to distinguish between different conductor metals within this model.

The construction incorporates a defined number of conductor strands, but the exact strand count and their geometry have not been disclosed. This missing information limits direct technical comparisons with cables whose internal construction is documented in greater detail.

The cable is screened. The screening is intended to reduce the influence of nearby electrical equipment and wiring on the transmitted signal. Neither the screening type nor supporting electrical measurements are specified, so the cable should not be assigned to an unconfirmed screening category.

Asymmetric conductor construction

The positive and negative conductors have different cross-sectional areas. In other words, this is not a construction based on two identical parallel conductors. The asymmetry is a deliberate part of this model’s design.

When connecting the cable, maintain the marked polarity throughout the system. Connect the amplifier’s positive terminal to the corresponding loudspeaker terminal and follow the same arrangement for the negative terminals. Reversed polarity can reduce spatial coherence and weaken the central stereo image.

The 3.15-metre version

The 3.15m length makes it possible to plan the connection between an amplifier and loudspeaker without leaving an unnecessarily large amount of spare cable. Before choosing this version, measure the actual route along furniture, walls, or skirting boards. Measure the intended cable path rather than a straight line through open space.

The seller’s listing does not state whether the quoted price includes one 3.15m cable, a stereo pair, or another configuration. The supplied configuration must therefore be confirmed before ordering.

Allow a small amount of slack beside both connected components. This reduces strain at the terminals and makes it easier to move the equipment during maintenance. Do not wind surplus cable into a tight coil; arrange it in loose, broad loops instead.

Connecting a stereo system

ZERO Avantgarde Arreté is used between the speaker-level outputs of a power amplifier and the inputs of passive loudspeakers. It is not an interconnect for connecting a source, preamplifier, or digital player.

A stereo system requires a separate connection to the left and right loudspeakers. It is useful to follow a similar cable route on both sides where practical. The cable should not be placed under tension, bent sharply, or trapped beneath furniture.

The termination type for this version is not specified. Its cable ends must therefore be suitable for the terminals on the amplifier and loudspeakers. This is particularly important when the system uses banana plugs, spade connectors, or bare-wire connections.

Use in a home cinema system

The cable can connect a passive loudspeaker to an AV receiver or a separate power amplifier. When considering the 3.15m version, assess the distance required for the particular channel. Centre and rear loudspeakers often need different cable lengths from the front channels.

This is not a signal cable for an active subwoofer. An active subwoofer normally uses a line-level connection. ZERO Avantgarde Arreté is intended to carry an amplifier’s powered output to a passive loudspeaker.

Routing around audio equipment

Route the cable away from power cords, long extension leads, and power supplies. If crossing a power cable cannot be avoided, cross it at a steeper angle instead of running the two cables alongside each other for an extended distance.

Leave a gentle curve near each connector. A sharp bend immediately beside a terminal increases mechanical stress. The cable should not be tightly bound with cable ties or crushed behind a cabinet. A loose route without sharp turns is sufficient for an orderly installation.

Technical specifications

FAQ

What is this cable designed for?

It connects an amplifier’s speaker outputs to passive loudspeakers. It is not an analogue interconnect, digital cable, or power cable.

How can I tell whether 3.15m will be long enough?

Measure the complete route from the amplifier to the loudspeaker. Include turns around furniture and allow a little slack beside both connected components.

Can this model be used in a stereo system?

Yes. It is designed for connecting passive loudspeakers. A stereo system requires a separate cable route to each loudspeaker.

Is the cable suitable for home cinema?

It can connect a passive loudspeaker to an AV receiver or power amplifier. Select a suitable length for the route required by each channel.

Is this a cable for an active subwoofer?

No. An active subwoofer normally receives its signal through a line-level cable. This model carries an amplifier’s powered output to a passive loudspeaker.

Why does polarity matter when connecting the cable?

Consistent polarity helps both stereo loudspeakers operate in the same acoustic phase. The positive and negative connections must correspond at both ends of the cable.

How should the cable be routed near power cords?

Avoid long parallel runs beside power cables. If the cables must cross, arrange them at a steeper angle and do not compress them together.

How does the Arreté version differ from ZERO Avantgarde?

The seller’s listing describes Arreté as an upgraded version of ZERO Avantgarde, but it does not identify the specific changes made in comparison with ZERO Avantgarde.