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

    SKU: Hyper Achromatic Tonearm

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    Based on Atlas' latest generation Hyper interconnect, the Hyper Achromatic Tonearm cable is available with the choice of either a right-angle (90°) or straight (180°) entry 5 pin connector.
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  • Atlas Hyper Achromatic Turntable Audio Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal
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    Atlas Hyper Achromatic Turntable Audio Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal

    SKU: Hyper Achromatic Turntable

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    Hyper Achromatic Tonearm uses an OCC (Ohno Continous Casting) high purity copper conductor with foamed Polyethylene dielectric, combining to offer a sophisticated, evenly balanced sound which draws you into the musical performance.

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    Atlas Equator Metik 3.5mm to 3.5mm Audio Cable

    SKU: Equator Metik

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    The Equator Metik features four central multi-core conductors made up of two identical pairs of OFC (Oxygen Free Copper) wires within a single-shielded outer cover (rather than separate cables for left & right channels).

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  • Atlas Hyper Metik 3.5mm to Achromatic 2 RCA Audio Cable - Black November Deal
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    Atlas Hyper Metik 3.5mm to Achromatic 2 RCA Audio Cable - Black November Deal

    SKU: Hyper Metik Achromatic

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    The Hyper Metik features four central multi-core conductors made up of two identical pairs of OFC (Oxygen Free Copper) wires within a single-shielded outer cover (rather than separate cables for left & right channels).

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  • Audioquest Mackenzie 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable 4m Pair - Ex-Demo
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    Audioquest Mackenzie 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable 4m Pair - Ex-Demo

    SKU: AQ Mackenzie RCA Audio 4m - Ex-Demo

    £272.67 £340.83
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    Mackenzie'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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  • Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable - 4 Pin XLR to IEM 2 Pin - 1.5m Ex-Demo
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    Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable - 4 Pin XLR to IEM 2 Pin - 1.5m Ex-Demo

    SKU: Zeno - 4 Pin XLR to IEM 2 Pin - 1.5m Ex-Demo

    £229.17 £327.08
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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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  • Atlas Zeno 1:1 Custom Headphone Cable - 6.3mm to Lemo 3 Pin - 2.5m (Special Offer)
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    Atlas Zeno 1:1 Custom Headphone Cable - 6.3mm to Lemo 3 Pin - 2.5m (Special Offer)

    SKU: Zeno - 6.3mm to Lemo 3 Pin - 2.5m Ex-Demo

    £185.83 £264.58
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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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    Nordost Odin 2 Audio Interconnect - RCA Pair

    SKU: Odin 2 RCA Pair

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    Nordost's Odin 2 range is the 'Supreme Reference' for top-of-the-range audiophile equipment. Each component of the Odin 2 range is meticulously crafted to ensure the most performance out of your system. The Odin 2 RCA Analogue Interconnect's aim is to pass every piece of information seamlessly with absolutely no loss. The result is unheard of detail, clarity and resolution.

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    Nordost Odin 2 Audio Interconnect - XLR Pair

    SKU: Odin 2 XLR Pair

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    Nordost's Odin 2 range is the 'Supreme Reference' for top-of-the-range audiophile equipment. Each component of the Odin 2 range is meticulously crafted to ensure the most performance out of your system. The Odin 2 XLR Analogue Interconnect's aim is to pass every piece of information seamlessly with absolutely no loss. The result is unheard of detail, clarity and resolution.

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    Nordost Odin 2 Tonearm Cable +

    SKU: Odin 2 Tonearm

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    Nordost's Odin 2 range is the 'Supreme Reference' for top-of-the-range audiophile equipment. Each component of the Odin 2 range is meticulously crafted to ensure the most performance out of your system. The Odin 2 Tonearm cable brings the best out of your vinyl setup with superior conductors and specially designed noise isolation construction.

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  • Furutech

    Furutech LineFlux NCF 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair - 1.2m

    SKU: LineFlux NCF

    £1,562.50
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    The LineFlux was already Furutech's top-of-the-line analogue interconnect, but the additional implementation of their proprietary NCF technology means an even more transparent performance by eliminating static and allowing thermal energy to be converted into far infrared.
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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest ThunderBird 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: AQ ThunderBird RCA

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    The ThunderBird is the first entry in AudioQuest new reference-level range of analogue interconnects: the Mythical creatures. With Solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ conductors, silver-plating on the RF drain and plugs, and a 72v DBS system, this is a remarkably quiet cable that allows your music and system to perform naturally.

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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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