RCA Interconnects

The standard single-ended connection between sources and amplifiers. Available in stock lengths from 0.5m, or cut to any length you need at no extra cost.

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Choosing an RCA interconnect

An RCA interconnect sits at the lowest signal level in the system, which is why differences between cables are often clearer here than further downstream. Shielding, dielectric and plug quality all have an audible effect, particularly in a resolving system.

Match the cable to the system rather than to the price list. On a modest system, a well made entry level cable removes obvious problems like hum and dullness, and further spending has diminishing returns. On a system with good speakers and a capable source, the step up through a manufacturer's range is usually clear and repeatable.

Buy the shortest length that reaches comfortably, and avoid coiling excess cable behind the rack. Keep interconnects off mains leads where possible, and cross rather than run parallel where they have to meet. If you are not sure whether a step up is worthwhile in your system, tell us what you are running and we will give you an honest answer. 

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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

    (76 reviews)
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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

    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 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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  • Tellurium Q

    Tellurium Q Ultra Black II RCA Interconnect Pair

    SKU: TQ Ultra Black II Audio

    (24 reviews)
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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 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: AQ Tower RCA

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    Utilising solid Long-Grain Copper conductors to eliminate strand-interaction distortion, AudioQuest's Tower cables deliver a smoother and clearer sound than cables using the standard Oxygen-Free High-Conductivity (OFHC) copper. Their Noise-Dissipation System achieves 100% shield coverage, and gold-plated plugs ensure longevity, Cold-Welded to mitigate heat damage at the connection. The end result is a cable that delivers clarity and precise bass.
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  • Atlas Hyper DD Ultra, 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable
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    Atlas Hyper DD Ultra 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair - Special Offer

    SKU: Atlas Hyper DD Ultra Audio

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    The latest generation Hyper dd Ultra interconnect offers a sophisticated, evenly balanced sound which draws you into the musical performance.
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  • Van Den Hul

    Van Den Hul The D-102 MKIII Stereo Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Van Den Hul The D102 MKIII

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    Balanced 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable.
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  • Van Den Hul

    Van Den Hul The First Ultimate MKII Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Van Den Hul The First Ultimate MKII

    (13 reviews)
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    The FIRST ® Ultimate MKII is a threefold heavier shielded version of our highly praised classic The FIRST ® has been designed for highest quality.
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  • Van Den Hul

    Van Den Hul The Integration Audio Cable

    SKU: Van Den Hul The Integaration

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    The INTEGRATION HYBRID is a triple shielded quadruple core audio interconnect suitable for both balanced and unbalanced use.
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  • Van Den Hul

    Van Den Hul The Name 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Van Den Hul The Name

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    Van Den Hul's The Name is a superb, highly versatile interconnect that can be used as an 2 RCA to RCA stereo cable, a digital coaxial audio cable or a composite video cable
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  • AudioQuest

    Audioquest Golden Gate 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: AQ Golden Gate RCA

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    Golden Gate's Perfect-Surface Copper has an astonishingly smooth and pure surface. Proprietary metal-processing technology protects the wire’s surface at every stage of drawing and fabrication.
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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.

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.

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