Mogami Platinum Series (W3173) Balanced XLR Cable – Pair
Mastering-Grade Reference Cable | Made in Japan
The Mogami Platinum Series W3173 Balanced XLR Cable represents the pinnacle of professional audio cabling, engineered and manufactured in Japan for mastering studios and high-end audiophile systems. Designed to deliver exceptional transparency, tonal neutrality, and ultra-low noise performance, this premium cable reveals the true character of your audio equipment without introducing colouration or signal loss.
Favoured by professional engineers and audiophiles worldwide, the Mogami Platinum Series W3173 Balanced XLR Cable is widely used in high-end mastering studios and reference two-channel audio systems where precision and accuracy are critical. Compared to the well-known Mogami 2549, this cable offers a noticeable upgrade in resolution, soundstage depth, and overall refinement.
With its neutral sonic signature, the cable delivers smooth and extended high frequencies, beautifully detailed vocals, and a rich yet natural midrange. The presentation is balanced and highly resolving, making it an excellent upgrade for systems seeking greater clarity, wider soundstage, improved imaging, and a more refined top end.
Designed for Pure, Neutral Sound
As a mastering-grade cable, the Mogami Platinum W3173 focuses on delivering sound exactly as it was recorded. Its tonal balance is neutral and transparent, allowing your speakers, amplifier, and source components to perform at their full potential.
The cable also introduces a sense of air and openness to the soundstage, making it particularly beneficial for systems that may sound overly warm, heavy, or congested. The result is improved separation, enhanced spatial detail, and a more immersive listening experience.
Mogami Platinum W3173 vs Mogami 2497
While both cables deliver outstanding performance, they cater to slightly different listening environments and preferences.
The Mogami Platinum W3173 excels in small to medium-sized rooms, offering tight, accurate bass with excellent control and resolution. It is ideal for systems where the bass quantity is already sufficient but requires better precision and clarity.
In comparison, the Mogami 2497 provides a fuller, more powerful bass presentation and slightly richer tonal body, making it more suitable for larger rooms or systems that benefit from a bigger, more dramatic soundstage.
The W3173, however, remains the more neutral, resolving, and studio-accurate cable, making it the preferred choice for audiophiles seeking reference-grade transparency.
Studio-Grade Construction
The Mogami Platinum Series cable is crafted using Mogami’s renowned Neglex Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) conductors, a technology widely used in professional recording studios to ensure superior signal integrity.
- #18 AWG Neglex OFC conductors for high-quality signal transmission
- Extremely low capacitance for improved clarity and detail
- Twisted pair construction for enhanced signal accuracy
- 100% served shield coverage to eliminate electromagnetic and RF interference
- Premium gold-plated XLR connectors for secure and reliable connections
These design elements ensure exceptional transparency, ultra-low noise, and long-term reliability, even in demanding studio or high-end audio environments.
Exceptional Imaging and Soundstage
One of the standout qualities of the Mogami Platinum W3173 Balanced XLR Cable is its ability to reproduce an incredibly wide and precise soundstage. Compared to earlier Mogami Gold series cables, the Platinum version offers significantly improved spatial accuracy and instrument separation.
- Wider and deeper soundstage
- Improved imaging precision
- Greater separation between instruments
- More natural ambience and spatial detail
This level of performance allows you to hear recordings with greater realism and depth.
Trusted by Professionals Worldwide
For decades, Mogami cables have been trusted by top recording engineers, musicians, and studios around the world. Their reputation is built on consistent manufacturing quality, superior audio performance, and long-term durability.
Unlike many mass-produced cables that can act as bottlenecks in your audio system, Mogami cables are designed to preserve the integrity of the signal chain, ensuring that every detail of your music reaches your amplifier and speakers intact.
Key Features
- Premium Mogami Platinum Series W3173 cable – Made in Japan
- Mastering-grade performance used in professional studios
- Neutral, transparent sound signature
- Smooth extended highs with excellent vocal clarity
- Wider soundstage and precise imaging
- Neglex Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) conductors
- Extremely low capacitance design
- 100% shield coverage for noise rejection
- Premium gold-plated XLR male to XLR female connectors
- Built for high-end audio systems and professional applications
- Backed by Mogami’s lifetime warranty
The Mogami Platinum W3173 Balanced XLR Cable delivers the perfect balance of studio accuracy, audiophile refinement, and long-term reliability, making it an exceptional upgrade for serious music lovers and professional audio systems alike.
| Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| No. of conductor | 2 |
| Attenuation | 0.0347 dB/m (@ 6 MHz) |
| Color | Black |
| DC Resistance | Inner Conductor: 0.020 Ohm/m / Shield: 0.007 Ohm/m |
| Durability | 16,000 cycles |
| Impedance | 110 Ohm ±10% |
| Inner Conductor | Details: 19 x 0.25 A / Size: 0.93 mm² (AWG18) |
| Insulation | Outer Diameter: 2.8 mm / Material: CPP / Color: Red/White |
| Capacity (1 kHz, 20°C) | Conductor-Shield: 50 pF/m |
| Cable Diameter | 7.8 mm |
| Cable No. | 3173 |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Drain Wire | Details: 20 x 0.18 TA / Size: 0.51 mm² (AWG21) |
| Shielding | Spiral Shield (95/0.18 A) |
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