Analogue

Analogue interconnects for every part of a system: RCA, XLR, turntable, headphone and subwoofer cables. Cut to length and terminated to order free of charge, with optional free burn-in before dispatch.

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Where analogue cable makes a difference

Analogue interconnects carry a low level signal, which makes them more sensitive to shielding, capacitance and connector quality than any other cable in a system. This is usually the first place people hear a change when they start upgrading cable.

The format is decided by your equipment rather than by preference. RCA is the standard single-ended connection on most hi-fi. XLR is balanced and rejects noise over longer runs, but only helps where both components have true balanced circuitry rather than an XLR socket on a single-ended design. Turntables need a low capacitance cable, and moving coil cartridges in particular are sensitive to what sits between the tonearm and the phono stage.

Keep interconnect runs short where you can, and keep them away from mains cable where they cross. Cables can usually be made to your exact length with no making charge, and burn-in is a free optional extra in 24 hour increments up to 96 hours. The only sensible way to judge a cable, is in your own system rather than someone else's, so we offer 60 days money back guarantee on most cables.

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  • QED Reference Audio 40 Cable
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    QED Reference Audio 40 Cable Pair

    SKU: QED Reference Audio 40 Cable

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    The revolutionary Reference Audio 40 analogue audio interconnect celebrates 40 years at the forefront of British designed audio cables.

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  • QED Reference Audio 40 Cable - Custom Length
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    QED Reference Audio 40 Cable - Custom Length Pair

    SKU: QED Reference 40 Custom

    (49 reviews)
    £90.83
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    The revolutionary Reference Audio 40 analogue audio interconnect celebrates 40 years at the forefront of British designed audio cables.
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  • QED

    QED Reference XLR 40 2 XLR to 2 XLR Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: QED Reference XLR 40

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    Reference XLR 40 builds on the multi-award winning audio 40 range of products, now available in XLR form.
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  • QED

    QED Signature Audio 40 Cable Pair

    SKU: QED Signature 40

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    The groundbreaking Signature Audio 40 analogue audio interconnect celebrates QED's 40 years at the forefront of British designed audio cables.
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  • QED

    QED Performance J2P 3.5mm mini-jack to 2 RCA Cable (Graphite)

    SKU: QED Performance J2P

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    The multi-award Performance range presents the Performance Audio J2P interconnect.
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  • Atlas Cables

    Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable

    SKU: Atlas Zeno 1:2

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    Atlas Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even very expensive headphones. Brands typically using 1:2 (cable plugs into both earpieces) connectors include Audeze, HiFiMan, Oppo, Sennheiser, Ultrasone, HiFiMan & Mr Speakers (Some brands may use more than one type of connection depending on model).
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  • Tellurium Q

    Tellurium Q Ultra Black II RCA Interconnect Pair

    SKU: TQ Ultra Black II Audio

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    Tellurium Q's listening tests of this Ultra Black II RCA against the old version gives a wider soundstage more accurate and even "quieter" in the gaps between notes. Of course a significant and easily audible improvement as you expect from Tellurium Q. The first of the RCAs in Tellurium's range to use their new TeCu connector.

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  • Chord C-Line, 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable
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    Chord C-Line 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Chord C-Line RCA

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    A game-changing, entry-level interconnect cable that introduces their proprietary ARAY techniques, Chord's C-Line delivers rich and clean sound at a very affordable price. Chord feel the new C-line is the most technically advanced cable at its price point and beyond, and their mutlitude of awards implies they may be correct about that..

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  • AudioQuest

    Audioquest Tower 3.5mm to 3.5mm Jack Cable

    SKU: AQ Tower Mini Jack

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    Tower's Solid Long-Grain Copper allows a smoother and clearer sound than cables using regular OFHC (Oxygen-Free High-Conductivity) copper.
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  • QED

    QED Performance 3.5mm Headphone Extension

    SKU: QED Performance 3.5mm Extension

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    QED's brilliant jack to socket Performance Headphone Extension for high quality headphones.
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    QED Reference Subwoofer 40 Cable

    SKU: QED Reference Sub 40

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    Reference Subwoofer 40, the new standard for timing, accuracy and rhythm.
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  • Atlas Cables

    Atlas Zeno 1:1 Custom Headphone Cable

    SKU: Atlas Zeno 1:1

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    Atlas' Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even very expensive headphones. Brands typically using 1:1 (cable plugs into one earpiece) connectors include AKG, B&W, Oppo and Sennheiser. (Some brands may use more than one type of connection depending on model).
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RCA cables carry unbalanced signals, while XLR cables carry balanced signals that reject noise and interference. XLR is preferred for longer runs and professional-grade audio systems.

Yes. Longer cables can pick up interference and cause signal loss. Thicker conductors and proper shielding help maintain clarity over longer runs.

Yes. Well-designed interconnects with quality materials and shielding can improve clarity, reduce noise, and deliver more natural sound reproduction.

Shielding protects the signal from electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, ensuring your audio remains clean and free from hum or buzz.

If you have a system which accepts both XLRs and RCAs, we would typically recommend using the XLR connections, as they offer a lower noise floor. However, if you system is pre-dominantly RCAs, then we would recommend sticking with RCAs throughout your system, rather than mixing and matching.

Yes. Build quality, conductor material, shielding, and connector quality can influence noise levels, clarity, and overall tonal balance, especially in resolving systems.

Use the shortest practical length to minimise signal loss and interference. Longer runs benefit from better shielding and low‑capacitance designs.

Yes, but turntables require low‑capacitance phono cables designed for moving‑magnet or moving‑coil cartridges. Standard line‑level RCA cables are not always suitable.

XLR - XLR is a specific balanced 3 pin connection for use on suitably equipped system components ; it is generally considered to be of a higher quality compared to standard unbalanced RCA connections , especially over longer distances

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