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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  • Van Den Hul

    Van Den Hul The Bay C5 Stereo Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Van Den Hul The Bay C5

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    The Bay C5, 2 RCA to 2 RCA audio cable offers superb transmission qualities, low conductor capacitance, very high screening as well as high mechanical flexibility & durability. This cable features unique proprietary carbon technology, championed by van den Hul in their Linear Structured Carbon ® (LSC) hybrid configuration.
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    Van Den Hul The Sub Coaxial Cable

    SKU: Van Den Hul The Sub

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    The SUB HYBRID is a high quality coaxial audio cable, specifically designed for the connection between power amplifier and subwoofer.
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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 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 The Wave 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable
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    Van Den Hul The Wave 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Van Den Hul The Wave

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    The WAVE is a coaxial, triple shielded interconnect designed to simply outperform its price class with superior qualities.
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  • Atlas Hyper Achromatic 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal
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    Atlas Hyper Achromatic 2 RCA to 2 RCA Audio Cable - Special Offer - Black November Deal

    SKU: Hyper Achromatic Audio

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    The latest generation Hyper Integra offers a sophisticated, evenly balanced sound which draws you into the musical performance.

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  • Chord ClearwayX Aray Din Audio Cable
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    Chord ClearwayX Aray Din Audio Cable

    SKU: Chord ClearwayX DIN

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    The Chord ClearwayX Analogue cable features unique Chord Company ARAY conductor geometry, developed from the award-winning Sarum Tuned ARAY. Now fitted with XLPE insulation.

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  • Tellurium Q

    Tellurium Q Black Diamond RCA Interconnect Pair

    SKU: TQ Black Diamond Audio

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    The Tellurium Q reference RCA for one very good reason - they are staggeringly good. Detailed and smooth.
    PLEASE NOTE: 1m usually ships next day.
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  • QED

    QED Reference 40 Analogue Audio Cable - Custom Length XLR or RCA Pair

    SKU: QED Reference 40 Custom-1

    (5 reviews)
    £110.37
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    QED's Reference 40 builds on the multi-award winning audio 40 range of products, available with both XLR and RCA plugs.

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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest Type 5 REL Acoustics High-Level Subwoofer Cable

    SKU: Type 5 REL

    (5 reviews)
    £214.50
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    The Type 5 speaker cable from AudioQuest is fully customisable with any number of different connections. One such connection is the SpeakOn Neutrik plug for use with REL Subwoofers. By upgrading the High-Level sub cable supplied with your REL subwoofer to the Type 5 from AudioQuest you can hear all the benefits of AudioQuest's Type cable construction.

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  • Chord ShawlineX ARAY 2 XLR to 2 XLR Audio Cable Pair
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    Chord ShawlineX ARAY 2 XLR to 2 XLR Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: Chord ShawlineX XLR

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    The Chord Shawline Analogue interconnect is a ground breaking cable in this price range, sharing many of the characteristics that made the Sarum Tuned ARAY such a special cable. These new cables are fitted with XLPE insulation.

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  • Furutech Alpha Line 1 Audio Cable
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    Furutech

    Furutech Alpha Line 1 Audio Cable 1m

    SKU: Alpha Line 1 1m

    (4 reviews)
    £66.67
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    The entry level Furutech Alpha Line 1 interconnects are more for the mid-range system.
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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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