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Ares 10 (10th Anniversary Edition)
Effect Audio
Ares 10 (10th Anniversary Edition)
Ares 10 (10th Anniversary Edition)
A Decade of Power, Destined for Greatness
In 2026, EFFECT AUDIO marks a defining milestone with the unveiling of Ares 10, a commemorative 10th Anniversary Edition of one of the brand’s most iconic cable series.
Ares 10 introduces a new chapter in its design:
- EFFECT AUDIO’s first-ever 10-wire geometry, improving conductivity while delivering greater dynamic headroom and control across the frequency range
- A newly developed Soul Blend Gold Copper Alloy, adding midrange density, a more grounded bass presence, and fuller, more textured vocals
- A specially designed anniversary Y-split, bringing together design elements inspired by past Ares generations
An optional 10th Anniversary Commemorative Pin is available to accompany your ARES 10.
Disclaimer: All prices are listed in USD. For Singapore customers, prices do not include GST, and an additional 9% GST will be applied at checkout.
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Over the years, each generation of Ares has deepened that legacy, earning its place in systems around the world and becoming a cornerstone of the EFFECT AUDIO story. It was through Ares that we moved beyond our beginnings as a small boutique cable maker and onto the global stage where our approach to craftsmanship, and our belief in copper as the foundation of musicality, began to resonate with listeners worldwide.
Ares 10 stands as a tribute to that journey — a reflection of where we began, how far we have come, and the standard we continue to pursue.
Sound Profile
The overall presentation can be summarised in one word: warmth. Not the overly thick or detail-obscuring type, but a rich, full-bodied warmth that gives recordings greater presence and emotional weight.
Where Ares 10 particularly shines is in the midrange, especially with male vocals, delivering a presentation that feels grounded, textured, and expressive. Voices carry a satisfying sense of body and resonance, while subtle details in phrasing and breath remain clearly articulated.
The newly developed Gold Copper Alloy plays a key role here, enhancing harmonic richness and tonal depth without sacrificing clarity. Instruments occupy their own space with convincing separation, while the presentation remains cohesive and musical rather than analytical.
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10 Wires - Absolute Power in a New Form
At its core lies a newly developed Tri-Strata Copper Architecture™ — a three-layer construction engineered to maximise current flow, dynamic authority, and physical scale. Building upon the tonal foundation established in Ares S II and the structural complexity pioneered in Fusion 1(2025), this architecture integrates multiple copper variants across all three layers. Each stratum serves a distinct sonic role, allowing power, control, and resolution to coexist without compromise. Read Less
Hardware, Refined by Legacy
In homage to its lineage, the hardware features a mirror-finish surface reminiscent of the iconic Ares II barrel, a subtle yet deliberate nod to the series that defined an era.
Completing the design is the introduction of Ice Crystal Titanium, an outstanding material that blends visual depth with structural strength. Its crystalline texture contrasts against the polished metalwork, creating a presence that is both commanding and refined, an aesthetic expression of controlled power.
What is in the box
- Ares 10 (10th Anniversary Edition) Cable
- Term X Carrying Case (Optional Upgrade)
Specification
Spec: 26AWG 10 Wires
Smelting Process: UP-OCC
Sleeve: EA UltraFlexi™ Insulation
Length: 120cm ± 5cm
Material & Structure:
- Soul Blend Gold Copper Alloy
- Organic Timbre Pure Copper
- Tri-Strata Copper Architecture™
- Multi-sized Core Bundles
Connection System:
ConX ®️2-pin (Default)
EA Standard Rhodium Plated Brass Straight Type