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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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest Black Beauty 2 XLR to 2 XLR Audio Cable Pair

    SKU: ICBBEAUTYXLR

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    AudioQuest's Mythical Horses, Black Beauty and Pegasus, bring the proven advantages of ZERO-Tech to a much wider audience. Most of the delightfully obvious sonic advantages of ZERO-Tech and the other refinements that enable the Mythical Creatures (ThunderBird, FireBird, and Dragon) are just as obvious when listening through the Mythical Horses.

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  • QSA

    Quantum Science Audio (QSA) XLR Jitter - Violet

    SKU: QSA XLR J V

    (2 reviews)
    £216.67
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    QSA proudly announce the newest product in their range of jitters that aim to reduce 'Bottleneck Distortion' - the XLR Jitters. The benefit of Standard jitters, like this Violet XLR Jitter, is that users will experience a more natural and analogue-like sound. Typically listeners experience a warmer and more enveloping sound, allowing them to immerse themselves in the music they are listening to.

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  • QSA

    Quantum Science Audio (QSA) XLR Jitter - Yellow

    SKU: QSA XLR J Y

    (2 reviews)
    £83.33
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    QSA proudly announce the newest product in their range of jitters that aim to reduce 'Bottleneck Distortion' - the XLR Jitters. The benefit of Standard jitters, like this Yellow XLR Jitter, is that users will experience a more natural and analogue-like sound. Typically listeners experience a warmer and more enveloping sound, allowing them to immerse themselves in the music they are listening to.

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  • Chord EpicX Aray Din Audio Cable
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    Chord EpicX Aray Din Audio Cable

    SKU: Chord EpicX Din

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    The Chord Company EpicX ARAY Din Cables are the perfect choice for anyone looking to get the best possible sound from their Naim Audio products. With high-bandwidth conductors, multi-tiered shielding systems, and ARAY geometry, these cables provide superior performance with minimal noise.

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  • Chord ShawlineX ARAY Din Audio Cable
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    Chord ShawlineX ARAY Din Audio Cable

    SKU: Chord ShawlineX Din

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    Chord ShawlineX Analogue interconnects are built to exacting standards and rigorously tested at Chord's UK facility. Tuned ARAY interconnects require extremely precise construction methods and each cable has been built by Chord's team of trained technicians. These new cables are now fitted with XLPE insulation.

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  • Chord ClearwayX Aray Analogue Audio Cable XLR RCA Pair - Black November Deal
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    Chord ClearwayX Aray Analogue Audio Cable XLR RCA Pair - Black November Deal

    SKU: ClearwayX 2RCA 2XLR

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    The Chord Clearway Analogue cable features unique Chord Company ARAY conductor geometry, developed from the award-winning Sarum Tuned ARAY.
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  • Shunyata

    Shunyata Research Gamma XLR Interconnect Cable - Pair

    SKU: IC-GAM-XLR-100

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    The Shunyata Research Gamma XLR Interconnect Cable offers an unparalleled audio experience through its innovative use of single-crystal, continuous cast Ohno copper and exclusive Kinetic Phase Inversion Process (KPIP v2™), resulting in exceptional coherence, dynamics, and frequency extension. Utilising advanced technology and materials, including Ohno wire and fluorocarbon dielectrics, along with a rigorous manufacturing process, these cables deliver a natural, agile sound without compromising on timing accuracy and dynamics, making them a wise investment for any audiophile seeking premium performance.

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  • Townshend Audio

    Townshend Audio F1 Fractal XLR Interconnect Cable - 1m

    SKU: F1 Fractal XLR Interconnect Cable - 1m

    (2 reviews)
    £868.33
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    Experience pure sound with the Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Interconnect. Handmade in the UK, it features Fractal-Wire™ treated copper for unmatched transparency, Neutrik XLR plugs, and an air-dielectric design. Enjoy deeper bass, wider soundstages, and stunning clarity.
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  • Furutech

    Furutech FP-701M Gold High Performance XLR Connectors

    SKU: FP-701M G

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    £27.50
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    The Furutech FP-701M Gold High Performance XLR connector is made from Copper alloy body and PBT plus fiberglass insulation and use Eutectic cast copper alloy α (Alpha) center pin.
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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest PR/2 PreAmp Jumpers - 1 Pair

    SKU: PREAMP JUMPERS

    (1 reviews)
    £39.12
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    Replacing them with the AudioQuest Preamp Jumper can, and will reduce distortion across this bridge, giving you the clean and clear sound you want.
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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest XLR Male Connectors - Pack of 2

    SKU: AQ XLR Male - Pack of 2

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    £82.50
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    AudioQuest's top of the range Premium XLR connectors for the ultimate signal transfer.
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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest XLR Female Connectors - Pack of 2

    SKU: AQ XLR Female - Pack of 2

    (1 reviews)
    £82.50
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    AudioQuest's top of the range Premium XLR connectors for the ultimate signal transfer.
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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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