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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  • Nordost

    Nordost Tyr 2 Tonearm + Cable

    SKU: Tyr 2 Tonearm+

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    The Tyr 2 Tonearm Cable + is virtually noiseless, with rapid transmission speed and the highest bandwidth capabilities, thanks to its twisted pair design, individualized shielding, and Nordost’s proprietary Dual Mono-Filament technology. It also employs a separately shielded, silver-plated bond wire, wrapped in Micro Mono-Filament, to minimize noise from the line.
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    Nordost Valhalla 2 Tonearm + Cable

    SKU: Valhalla 2 Tonearm+

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    The V2 Tonearm Cable + uses four, silver-plated, solid core 99.999999% OFC conductors arranged in a twisted pair design to create a left and right channel, which are individually wrapped in a silver, braided shield, eliminating inter-channel cross-talk. In order to dramatically increase its signal speed, and expand the cable’s bandwidth capabilities, these conductors implement Nordost’s proprietary Dual Mono-Filament technology, reducing insulation contact by 85%. The construction also includes a separately shielded, silver-plated bond wire, wrapped in Micro Mono-Filament, which runs alongside the left and right channel.
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    Tellurium Q Ultra Black II Tonearm Cable - DIN to RCA

    SKU: TQ Ultra Black II Tonearm

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    The Ultra Black II tone arm cable is the hybrid offspring of the R&D from the award winning Statement tone arm cable and the development that brought about the Ultra Black II cables. Meaning it has all the hallmark traits and performance of the Ultra Black II range.

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    Tellurium Q Blue II XLR Balanced Interconnect

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  • Atlas Element Achromatic 1 RCA to 2 RCA Subwoofer Cable - Black November Deal
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    Atlas Element Achromatic 1 RCA to 2 RCA Subwoofer Cable - Black November Deal

    SKU: Element Achromatic 1:2 Sub

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    Based on Atlas' multi-award-winning Element Integra Interconnect, the Element Subwoofer Integra utilises a shielded four-core construction providing excellent immunity to interference and noise, making it ideally suited to multi-source installations and the longer cable runs typically necessitated by optimum sub-woofer placement.

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    Atlas Equator Achromatic 1 RCA to 1 RCA Subwoofer Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal

    SKU: Equator Achromatic 1:1 Sub

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    Atlas only uses the purist quality copper in its products with the Equator Integra being no exception. Utilising Atlas’ Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC) 5N (99.999% pure – the highest purity available) copper technology, each strand is ‘pulled’ from a single copper crystal, enabling electrical signals to flow with the least deletions.
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  • Atlas Hyper Achromatic 1 RCA to 1 RCA Subwoofer Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal
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    Atlas Hyper Achromatic 1 RCA to 1 RCA Subwoofer Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal

    SKU: Hyper Achromatic 1:1 Sub

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    Hyper Achromatic uses an OCC (Ohno Continous Casting) high purity copper conductor with foamed Polyethylene dielectric; critically it has a double screen which make it perfectly suited to mixed technology (analogue and digital) systems. 

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    Atlas Element Achromatic 5 Pin DIN Audio Cable

    SKU: Element Achromatic DIN

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    The Element DIN to Achromatic RCA is fitted with a 5 Pin ‘locking’ DIN connector. Atlas DIN plugs are wired as follows by default: Pin 2 = Ground; Pin 3 = Left, Pin 5 = Right. Atlas also offer 4 & 5 pin variants suitable for Naim equipment. If you’re unsure, or require a different configuration, please contact us. 

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    Atlas Equator Achromatic 5 Pin DIN Audio Cable

    SKU: Equator Achromatic DIN

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    The Equator DIN-RCA interconnect utilises a shielded four-core construction providing excellent immunity to interference and noise.
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    Atlas Hyper Achromatic 5 Pin DIN Audio Cable

    SKU: Hyper Achromatic DIN

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    A high-performance cable with a wide-band, neutral sound, designed to be a superior option for equipment utilising DIN socketry. Based on Atlas' acclaimed Hyper Ultra RCA I/C, the Hyper DIN interconnect utilises a shielded four-core construction providing excellent immunity to interference and noise.

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  • Atlas Element Achromatic Tonearm Audio Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal
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    Atlas Element Achromatic Tonearm Audio Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal

    SKU: Element Achromatic Tonearm

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    Benefitting from Atlas' ongoing research and development, the Element Tonearm cable is fitted with their Achromatic non-magnetic RCA plugs and integrated earth tag. The low mass Achromatic connector features a solder-free, cold-weld connection, all optimised to create a coherent, continuous signal path.

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    Atlas Equator Achromatic Tonearm Audio Cable

    SKU: Equator Achromatic Tonearm

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    An ideal upgrade to the ’starter‘ grade cables frequently supplied with even quite expensive tonearms, this new Equator cable is based on Atlas' consistently award-winning Equator RCA Interconnect.
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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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