The center conductor and shield are both hand-soldered to the RCA connector. The outer PVC jacket is secured to the RCA connector with a large diameter set screw which firmly holds the jacket against the RCA body. This high-quality termination enhances durability and longevity. SVS Sound Path audio cables are the perfect choice for all subwoofer and full-range audio applications. With cold-fused gold plating on the center pin and the outer contact ring, a multi-strand high-purity copper center conductor, and a heavy-duty 56-strand outer shield - Sound Path audio cables have outstanding connection integrity, superior resistance to RFI sources for ultra quiet operation, and excellent electrical performance with an ultra-wide bandwidth and exceptionally low capacitance. Amazingly faithful to the input signal, Sound Path audio cables deliver a spacious soundstage, solid three-dimensional imaging, sparkling and airy highs, an uncolored and neutral midrange and tight, articulate bass.