Shunyata Diamondback PC with Wattgate connectors

Hello, the connectors are not cheap or underperforming. They are reference grade connectors that are crimped and soldered in place. Replacing them would almost inevitably degrade performance due to re-connection. The DiamondBack and Venom 3 connectors are custom-made to spec and are every bit as good as the connectors we apply to our higher end range. They exist solely to eliminate our US hand labor costs and termination, which largely explains those cables low prices.

Just an FWIW.

Grant
Shunyata Research

There is your answer! Thanks Grant.

The original connectors are indeed very good - a much better fit than some marincos I've had on crystal cables.

However, the diamondbacks are very prone to oxidation especially the earlier ones and removing the moulded connectors isn't going to help matters. I have both diamondbacks with the old and new connectors and both cables have turned into a green snake. Zero resale value, I hope you're reading this Grant.

Grant: The male plug on the Venom 3 appears to be plated. Can you tell us what the plating material is and if the IEC is plated as well?

Weird ... always thought that the Shunyata Taipan Alpha was in fact a Diamondback with a better AC and IEC plugs ?