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QED Genesis Silver Spiral Speaker Cable - Custom Length
£45.00 £37.50
SKU
C-GNSS/50
Lifetime
New
24 hours
The Genesis Silver Spiral Speaker Cable is QED's flagship speaker cable. Benefitting from their Aircore Technology™ and exceptionally low resistance, this cable offers QED's signature precision and clarity with a broad sound stage and well-rounded bass at an extremely competitive price.
QED Genesis Silver Spiral Speaker Cable - Custom Length
The Genesis Silver Spiral Speaker Cable is QED's flagship speaker cable. Benefitting from their Aircore Technology™ and exceptionally low resistance, this cable offers QED's signature precision and clarity with a broad sound stage and well-rounded bass at an extremely competitive price.
What QED say
QED's flagship speaker cable. The award winning Genesis Silver Spiral cable is the result of over 40 years of scientific research and development into speaker cables.
Silver Spiral’s exceptionally low resistance allows amplifiers to exert outstanding grip and control over the speakers they’re driving, especially at low frequencies. This isn’t just another speaker cable it’s a high performance audio component .This cable represents the culmination of QED research and development over the past 40 years.
Aircore Technology™
QED cables above 2.5mm2 cross sectional area utilise air core technology to obviate the skin effect by bundling several separately insulated smaller cores together to make up a larger CSA. If these conductors are arranged around a hollow central core of polyethylene the self inductance exhibited by the cable can be reduced to around half that predicted by calculation.
The Genesis Report
Silver Spiral’s exceptionally low resistance allows amplifiers to exert outstanding grip and control over the speakers they’re driving, especially at low frequencies. This isn’t just another speaker cable it’s a high performance audio component.
The Genesis Report shattered many of the myths and misconceptions surrounding cable design and established the sound scientific principles to which all our current cables conform. Genesis Silver Spiral is the core of such thinking. It is, above all, sonically accurate. Transparent and neutral. Silver Spiral’s exceptionally low resistance allows amplifiers to exert stunning grip and control on the speakers they’re driving, especially in the bass. Transient response is improved, overhang virtually eliminated. The drivers spend more of their time converting the signal.
This isn’t just another speaker cable but a high performance audio component. It could just be the most cost-effective upgrade you ever make.
Construction
Starting from the inside, Genesis Silver Spiral comprises two grouped bunches of conductors. Each Group is made up of nine individually insulated silver plated 99.999% Oxygen Free Copper cores twisted around two central fillers (one red, one white) in QED's special spiral geometry to minimise sound-degrading "proximity effect".
Silver Plated OFC provides greater conductivity than copper alone and delivers superb resolution and delicacy, especially when used as part of a high end system. All elements of the dielectric, including the thin, low density conductor insulation, are Polyethylene (a material with a low dielectric constant and an ability to dramatically reduce signal leakage).
The grouping geometry reduces inductance between conductors, thus minimising field effect distortions. Aluminium mylar tape separates the twisted conductors and the translucent PVC jacket provides a tough protective flexible outer cover.
Please note: this video is for illustrative purposes only- the Silver Spiral no longer features a metal collar, instead coming with a rubber heat shrink as pictured at the top of the page.
Please note: this video is for illustrative purposes only- the Silver Spiral no longer features a metal collar, instead coming with a rubber heat shrink as pictured at the top of the page.
Specification :
- Please note, you need to enter a quantity of 2 for a pair
- Length : Custom
- Wire gauge - 10 AWG
- Silver plated 99.999% Oxygen Free Copper conductors
- Aircore™ Technology
- Jacket Outer Diameter - 16.60mm
- Cross-sectional area - 5.50 mm2
- Loop resistance - 0.006 Ω/m
- Capacitance - 76 pF/m
- Inductance - 0.46 µH/m
- Dissipation factor - 0.0070
- Recommended for high end installations
- Usually pre-burnt-in with Nordost Vidar for 96 Hours
- Lifetime Warranty
Termination
This cable is professionally terminated by Futureshop's expert engineers using QED's superb 24 Carat gold plated AIRLOC termination plugs.
AIRLOC is QED's specialised loudspeaker termination method and offers the very best termination with QED speaker cables. This is a solder-free, airtight fusion between the cable and plug offering optimum signal transfer, excellent signal quality and perfect long-term performance.
QED’s AIRLOC FORTE metal banana and spade plugs deliver a superior performance over many plugs offered by rival manufacturers for the following reasons. Firstly, the plug is crimped around the conductors under high pressure using a special tool supplied by QED. No soldering is used and as a result the conductors are in contact with the plug 360 degrees which maximises the surface area contact. Furthermore, the banana plug itself is in contact with the binding post again at 360 degrees. The net effect of this is it maximises the signal transfer from the plug into your equipment and hence a superior performance. When bare wire is used not all the conductors are in contact with the binding post and as a result some loss occurs.
Unfortunately the metal barrels for the AIRLOC spades were discontinued in 2012 however we still use genuine QED’s AIRLOC spade plugs with genuine QED heat shrinks over the spade plugs. This ensures every QED speaker cable comes fully terminated with the best of QED's engineering.
How to Order
From the dropdown menus' above, simply select the length of cable, the type of plugs required at the ‘Amplifier end’ and ‘Speaker end’ and click on the 'Add to Basket' button to add the item to your basket. Your cable will be dispatched as soon as it has been made by Future Shop's or the manufacturer’s engineers and has completed the specified burn-in process (if any), subject to Future Shop’s Terms & Conditions and stock availability.
About QED Cables 
QED is an award winning British company with over 40 years of experience in the audio-visual connectivity industry.
In 1973 Bob Abraham and Ian Vine founded QED Audio Products and changed the way people think about hi-fi cables. By the time QED 79 strand speaker cable was launched in 1978, it wasn’t looked upon as ‘just another speaker cable’ but was instead regarded as a serious hi-fi component, making a fundamental change in the way people thought about cables.
QED's reputation for innovation and technical excellence is known throughout the world. The latest computer-aided design techniques allow their research and development team to keep pace with technological advances and deliver products that achieve the highest levels of performance and reliability. This is why QED products are recommended by so many of the world’s leading hi-fi and home theatre equipment manufacturers.
QED offer a range of connectivity products spanning from both consumer and installation cables, wireless products and switching devices to satisfy every audio visual need.
QED is Europe's number one award winning connectivity brand and has won more prestigious cable awards from ‘What Hi-Fi? Sound & Vision’ magazine than any other brand (Awards 1981–2013).
Specification :
- Please note, you need to enter a quantity of 2 for a pair
- Length : Custom
- Wire gauge - 10 AWG
- Silver plated 99.999% Oxygen Free Copper conductors
- Aircore™ Technology
- Jacket Outer Diameter - 16.60mm
- Cross-sectional area - 5.50 mm2
- Loop resistance - 0.006 Ω/m
- Capacitance - 76 pF/m
- Inductance - 0.46 µH/m
- Dissipation factor - 0.0070
- Recommended for high end installations
- Usually pre-burnt-in with Nordost Vidar for 96 Hours
- Lifetime Warranty
UK Delivery
1. We use Royal Mail 1st Class Services as a Standard Postage Option
Orders received before 4.30pm Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) are usually dispatched the same day by FIRST CLASS post (unless premium postal or timed courier services are selected), subject to stock availability. Over 98% of our orders are usually delivered the next working day including Saturdays.
Standard delivery is usually within 2-3 working days, although 98% of all orders are delivered the next working day including Saturdays . In extreme cases, such as delivery to the Highlands and Islands, this may take 3 days.
All items are fully insured and come with an invoice from Futureshop.co.uk. We use the Royal Mail for delivery of small packages and DPD or Interlink Express for items that weigh over 2KG. Items over 2KG are fully insured and will usually be delivered within 48 hours of placing your order Monday to Friday subject to stock availability. For International orders, we use FedEx Services where customers have selected this option.
Please note, special orders for non-standard cable lengths or custom-made cables may be subject to longer delivery time-scales. This may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
We offer 'Free UK delivery on orders over £99' subject to the following terms & conditions:
- Applies only to orders with £99 or more of items (including VAT at the UK rate), at FutureShop.co.uk
- Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK (excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by UK Mail).
- Applies only to deliveries to addresses within mainland UK and Northern Ireland addresses. Applies only to orders that are to be delivered to a single Mainland UK delivery address.
- You will not be eligible for free delivery on your order if any items are cancelled or returned for a refund, bringing the total order amount below £99. Where items are returned, the refund due will be the cost of the item less any postage costs.
- We reserve the right to change or discontinue 'Free delivery on orders over £99 promotion at any time.
- FREE DELIVERY FOR ORDERS OVER £99 OFFER DOES NOT APPLY TO TRADE CUSTOMERS.
Free Delivery on orders over £99 utilises Royal Mail First Class postal service for items weighing under 2KG. For items weighing over 2KG, we use DPD or Interlink Express next working day services which deliver from 9.00am to 6pm within mainland UK.
Free Delivery for orders over £99 excludes Royal Mail Special Delivery Services and timed next day delivery services by DPD or Interlink Express.
2. Special Delivery UK - Guaranteed Next Working Day
We have 99.9% of the UK covered With Royal Mail Next Day Special Delivery. We guarantee delivery to most UK addresses by 1pm the next working day. This includes Northern Ireland, Jersey and Guernsey. Some places take longer to deliver to but we still guarantee delivery within three working days by 5.30 PM.
For the Next Day Special Delivery service, orders must be received by futureshop.co.uk by 4.30pm weekdays. Orders after the 4.30pm deadline cannot be guaranteed for same day dispatch.
Please note, Royal Mail Special Delivery for next working day may not be possible where non-standard cable lengths are ordered. If this is the case, the item will be shipped via The Royal Mail Special Delivery service as soon as the cable is custom made.
For orders weighing over 2KG, we reserve the right to ship items using Next Day Pre-Noon Courier Services where Royal Mail Special Delivery option has been selected.
3. Channel Islands & Northern Ireland
We accept orders from all Channel Islands including Alderney, Jersey, Guernsey and Sark. Unless you select a premium service, Items weighing under 2KG are delivered using our standard UK delivery option above. For items weighing over 2KG, a surcharge may be applied for all deliveries to the Channel Islands as well as Northern Ireland.
European Countries
Deliveries to EU member states are subject to 20% VAT. We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Untracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 10 working days.
- Royal Mail First Class International Tracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 3 to 7 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 24 to 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm for next day service to most destinations in Europe
- Federal Express International Economy - Item are usually delivered within 48 to 72 hours
Worldwide - Excluding UK & Europe
Deliveries outside of the EU are not subject to 20% VAT and so the 20% tax on items is automatically deducted when you login or register.
We offer the following shipping services:
- Royal Mail First Class International Untracked Airmail Services - Items are usually delivered within 15 working days.
- Royal Mail First Class International Tracked Airmail - Items are usually delivered within 10-15 working days.
- DHL Express International - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. DHL orders must be received by 3:30pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
- Federal Express International Priority - Items are usually delivered within 48 hours. FedEx orders must be received by 3.00pm in order to ship items the same day, subject to stock availability.
Where the actual weight of the package significantly exceeds the shipping cost charged on orders, we may write to you for an additional shipping charge. For larger orders, items may be shipped in multiple packets.
Enhance Your Experience: Free Cable Burn-In Service with Nordost VIDAR Machine
Please take note of the following details regarding our cable burn-in service:
- Cable Compatibility: We regret to inform you that we cannot burn-in cables with stripped bare ends or BFA plugs. In order for cables to undergo the burn-in process, they should be terminated or have connectors.
- Timing: Cables will be burnt in for the selected period after processing your order. For custom-length cables, the burn-in process will occur after they have been terminated by the manufacturer or our engineers unless specified otherwise in the product description.
- Availability: Future Shop provides our cable burn-in service free of charge, but its availability is at our discretion. While we strive to fulfil all burn-in requests for the specified time periods, please understand that during exceptionally busy periods, we may be unable to meet the demand due to limited connections on the Nordost Vidar cable conditioning machines.
The Nordost VIDAR cable burn-in machine integrates three key functions into one operation:
- Charge Neutralisation: It eliminates charges that accumulate around the cables and their insulation, ensuring a more balanced electrical environment.
- Deep Conditioning: The machine provides a wide band and deep conditioning process that affects the conductor core, resulting in changes to the signal transmission through the metal. This deep conditioning enhances the cable's performance.
- Ultrasonic Surface Conditioning: The VIDAR machine utilizes ultrasonic waves to condition the surface of the conductors, optimizing their contact and overall conductivity.
The VIDAR employs a proprietary combination of composite and complex signals to condition the cables. These signals comprise ultra-low and ultra-high frequencies, extending beyond the range of video frequencies. The signal moves back and forth along the cable, penetrating deep into the core with ultra-low frequencies and traversing the surface with ultra-high frequencies. This transmission method generates beat harmonics between the two complex waveforms, which permeate all layers of the cable. The circuitry of the VIDAR also drives electrons from the conductor into the insulation area, neutralizing electrical charges.
So, what does this all mean for you?
The ultimate outcome of conditioning cables with the Nordost VIDAR is improved sound staging, increased detail, and an overall more musical presentation in your audio system.
Now, you may wonder why cable burn-in is necessary. During cable manufacturing, gasses become trapped as insulation is applied over the conductors. Additionally, new cables often possess high electrical charges, resulting in a brittle and bright sound that lacks the desired detail and depth for music production.
When cables undergo burn-in, the trapped gasses are dissipated, and small impurities in the conductor metals begin to exhibit diode-like behaviour, favouring current flow in a specific direction.
Here are the physical effects of the burn-in process:
- Charge Neutralisation: The burn-in process neutralizes charges in the conductors and insulation, promoting a more balanced electrical environment.
- Wide Bandwidth Frequencies: The conditioning affects how signals pass through the metal, enabling a wider range of frequencies to penetrate all cable layers.
- Signal Transmission: The burn-in process establishes the directionality of the cable, optimizing signal transmission from one end to the other.
When cables are properly burnt in, you can expect the following audible changes in your audio system:
- Fuller and Natural Sound: Your system should be capable of producing a more immersive and realistic performance with a fuller and more natural sound.
- Increased Detail: You may notice enhanced details and nuances in the music, allowing you to perceive subtle elements that were previously hidden.
- Improved Soundstage: The dimensionality of your system's soundstage can be greatly improved, creating a more spacious and immersive listening experience.
At Future Shop, our goal is to maximise your satisfaction. That's why we offer a free burn-in service on all our cables before they arrive at your door, enabling you to sit back and enjoy the benefits of properly conditioned cables in your audio system.
READ MORE ABOUT THE NORDOST VIDAR CABLE TREATMENT
Customer Reviews
4.9 /5.0 of 105 Reviews
Superior quality makes a real impact.
Brian Green
15 Aug 2024
Verified Buyer
These cables are beautifully constructed, though almost impossible to bend, though I consider this a very minor gripe.
They have totally transformed my front speakers, giving me a soundstage I have never experienced before with my Monitor Audio Silver 8s. I was actually thinking of upgrading the speakers for some Bowers and Wilkins, but I decided to spend the money on a Marantz Cinema 30 instead.
It's an amazing cable and worth every penny.
I have used Future Shop several times and will continue to do so.
First class service, keep up the good work.
They have totally transformed my front speakers, giving me a soundstage I have never experienced before with my Monitor Audio Silver 8s. I was actually thinking of upgrading the speakers for some Bowers and Wilkins, but I decided to spend the money on a Marantz Cinema 30 instead.
It's an amazing cable and worth every penny.
I have used Future Shop several times and will continue to do so.
First class service, keep up the good work.
QED Genesis Silver
Brian Mckechnie
12 Jul 2024
Verified Buyer
These speaker cables are superb value. They are pretty transparent, with a good solid bass, neutral mids, and a nice extended treble.
Amazing service I ordered them at 4:30 and they arrived the following day.
Amazing service I ordered them at 4:30 and they arrived the following day.
A revelation
Michael
8 Mar 2024
Verified Buyer
I should be awarding ten stars. Five for the cable and five for Future Shop.
The cable. My technical background has always made me a bit cynical about some of the claims from cable manufacturers. Some are just snake oil. But from the first switch-on, the improvement was undeniable. It was sharper like I had just cleaned my glasses. The soundstage jumped into 3D. I am a bit embarrassed to admit all of this.
It's a lot of money ( I think ) for a bit of wire, but it's worth it and more for my £7k system. I chose QED because, over the decades, they have always been honest and avoided the pseudo-scientific claims of so many other manufacturers. And they are made in the UK. This is a large diameter and very stiff and heavy cable that you can not just hide away. I chose spades rather than plugs to reduce the weight of trying to bend the plug/ socket/back plate of the amp.
Future shop. Brilliant and very quick service. They built them, ran them in, and I still got them about four days later.
The cable. My technical background has always made me a bit cynical about some of the claims from cable manufacturers. Some are just snake oil. But from the first switch-on, the improvement was undeniable. It was sharper like I had just cleaned my glasses. The soundstage jumped into 3D. I am a bit embarrassed to admit all of this.
It's a lot of money ( I think ) for a bit of wire, but it's worth it and more for my £7k system. I chose QED because, over the decades, they have always been honest and avoided the pseudo-scientific claims of so many other manufacturers. And they are made in the UK. This is a large diameter and very stiff and heavy cable that you can not just hide away. I chose spades rather than plugs to reduce the weight of trying to bend the plug/ socket/back plate of the amp.
Future shop. Brilliant and very quick service. They built them, ran them in, and I still got them about four days later.
I liked the friendly and fast delivery.
cho namshik
12 Feb 2024
Verified Buyer
This was the first time I had ordered the audio cables.
Even though there were difficulties in shipping the items I ordered, I was grateful to Future Shop for their proactive support and quick delivery.
Even though there were difficulties in shipping the items I ordered, I was grateful to Future Shop for their proactive support and quick delivery.
QED Cable
Andy Barton
16 Jan 2024
Verified Buyer
It's a quality product, and I'm very happy with how it makes my system sound.. only one little thing … I had one end bare wire, and it would have been nice for that end to have some indication of which was positive and which was negative.
Genesis
Jens
10 Nov 2023
Verified Buyer
Used the Genesis as a jumper before. Skipping that and using Genesis for actual bi-wire made an impact.
I can't say it is better than other cables from other suppliers, but it is much better than the cheaper QED ranges.
I can't say it is better than other cables from other suppliers, but it is much better than the cheaper QED ranges.
You get what you pay for.
Richard Rounce
29 Oct 2023
Verified Buyer
This cable brings out the best in a system. It is only as good as the source and the pre/power amplifier. It represents only 5% of the speaker price.
It is very well made but by no means flexible. Measure or estimate the length generously.
Very satisfied.
Mine was terminated with Airloc spades on both ends.
It is very well made but by no means flexible. Measure or estimate the length generously.
Very satisfied.
Mine was terminated with Airloc spades on both ends.
Improving the sound quality of my system
Amanda P
30 Sep 2023
Verified Buyer
Certainly allowing my Wharfedale Jade 5 speakers to express themselves more fully. It adds depth, texture, and full expression from my Naim CD player. It has not burned in yet, but it is already improving the sound quality of my system.
I have nothing but praise for the service and relative price from Future Shop. Delivery is very quick.
Great company and a great product. I would recommend both.
I have nothing but praise for the service and relative price from Future Shop. Delivery is very quick.
Great company and a great product. I would recommend both.
QED delivers.
David Styles
19 Aug 2023
Verified Buyer
My system consists of Exposure pre and power amplifiers delivering to Dynaudio Contour 1.3 mk 2 standmount speakers. Previously I have been using Exposure speaker cable.
The difference is truly captivating. Far more authority and control with a larger soundstage. The Genesis Silver Spiral cables are in my system beyond compare for a fantastic price.
The difference is truly captivating. Far more authority and control with a larger soundstage. The Genesis Silver Spiral cables are in my system beyond compare for a fantastic price.
GREAT shop
Marc'O
17 Aug 2023
Verified Buyer
A GREAT shop that offers unbeatable pricing and perfect customer service. I bought custom-length QED loudspeaker cables at the best price on the market.
Thank you so much for your service, and I can now enjoy my new hifi set-up like ever.
Thank you so much for your service, and I can now enjoy my new hifi set-up like ever.
QED Genesis Silver Spiral at unbeatable price
Marc’O
2 Aug 2023
Verified Buyer
a GREAT shop that offers unbeatable pricing and perfect customer service.
I bought these custom-length QED loudspeaker cables at the best price on the market. Around 35% cheaper than locally here, even including shipping and import fees.
Thank you so much for your service, and I can now enjoy my new hifi setup like ever.
Marc
I bought these custom-length QED loudspeaker cables at the best price on the market. Around 35% cheaper than locally here, even including shipping and import fees.
Thank you so much for your service, and I can now enjoy my new hifi setup like ever.
Marc
Better value for money than Supremus
Atsushi Okamura
30 Jun 2023
Verified Buyer
I have been using QED's Supremus cables for my left and right speakers, and since I added a centre speaker, I was looking for cables about 1 meter long for it.
However, there did not seem to be any short Supremus cables available, so instead, I ordered this 1-metre Genesis Silver Spiral cable, which seems to be close in sound quality to the Supremus. Two of them for bi-amping connection.
I ordered on 5/26 and received it on 6/6, with a 4-day burn-in, which means it took a net 7 days to get to Japan. I was very impressed with the quick shipping and delivery.
I was pleased with the cables, as I could detect little difference in tone between the left and right speakers and the centre speaker, which I had been worried about.
Overall, I found them to be a better value for money than the Supremus.
However, there did not seem to be any short Supremus cables available, so instead, I ordered this 1-metre Genesis Silver Spiral cable, which seems to be close in sound quality to the Supremus. Two of them for bi-amping connection.
I ordered on 5/26 and received it on 6/6, with a 4-day burn-in, which means it took a net 7 days to get to Japan. I was very impressed with the quick shipping and delivery.
I was pleased with the cables, as I could detect little difference in tone between the left and right speakers and the centre speaker, which I had been worried about.
Overall, I found them to be a better value for money than the Supremus.
Exellent cable and service form Futureshop
Roger
14 Jun 2023
Verified Buyer
Excellent build quality and sound from these cables. Use it together with a Hegel H190 amplifier and Monitor Audio Gold 100 5G speakers.
Very good customer service from Futureshop. No hesitation in recommending Future Shop to all. Extreme fast shipping. Only 4 days from ordering to DHL were ringing on my door.
Very good customer service from Futureshop. No hesitation in recommending Future Shop to all. Extreme fast shipping. Only 4 days from ordering to DHL were ringing on my door.
Entire audio system grade improved by more than two ranks!
Akira Miyamoto
29 May 2023
Verified Buyer
The cable I was using was also expensive, so I was satisfied with it, but when I replaced it with this cable, the quality of the mid-bass was greatly improved, and the grade of the entire audio system improved by more than two ranks.
I am very satisfied.
I am very satisfied.
Great cable, bring sonic improvement & excellent services.
Anthony
6 Apr 2023
Verified Buyer
A high-quality speaker cable that brings overall sonic improvement, especially micro details and bass control.
The customer service is excellent, which is quick and to the point. Terminations are well done and well packed for shipment. Delivery time is very reasonable, and postage is economical.
Nice job and I will buy again in the future.
The customer service is excellent, which is quick and to the point. Terminations are well done and well packed for shipment. Delivery time is very reasonable, and postage is economical.
Nice job and I will buy again in the future.
Expensive cables but look really nice in system
Keith Tattersall
31 Mar 2023
Verified Buyer
Expensive cables, but they look really nice in the system.
I don't know whether they improve the sound, but if you want some great-looking cables to complete the look of your system, then these are definitely some of the most well-finished cables around.
I don't know whether they improve the sound, but if you want some great-looking cables to complete the look of your system, then these are definitely some of the most well-finished cables around.
Great Upgrade
William
22 Mar 2023
Verified Buyer
I upgraded my centre and fronts with the Silver Spiral. I was initially hesitant as I had the QED Revelation on my centre channel and bi-wire silver anniversary XT QED's going to the mains. The family easily noticed the increased soundstage and depth in the centre, commenting on the dialogue depth and clarity (Klipsch RC64-III). The voices were fuller, with a more transparent mid-range and a soundstage that felt wider than when used with the Revelation.
Replacing the silver anniversary XT on the mains was an even bigger jump which was noticeable while watching movies / TV and unmistakable when listening to music. Everything was better: depth, bass and midrange.
Build quality from FS staff was amazing. I am very pleased with the purchase.
Replacing the silver anniversary XT on the mains was an even bigger jump which was noticeable while watching movies / TV and unmistakable when listening to music. Everything was better: depth, bass and midrange.
Build quality from FS staff was amazing. I am very pleased with the purchase.
Massive improvements over QED XT40i cables!
Karol in London
13 Mar 2023
Verified Buyer
I have upgraded from the QED XT40i speaker cables I had previously - which play weak in comparison to QED Genesis spirals. This might not be a good starting reference (as I think they are weak). You won't realise XT40i are playing poorly, though, up until you switch up to Genesis Spiral – even though the anomaly I had with them was heard (I thought it was the amp initially).
Firstly, I am an IT architect with a solid electrical engineering background, lurking on audio science forums and have seen all possible 'cables-do-not-matter' videos on youtube. I wanted to prove them all wrong.
The below review thus might help cables deniers to jump ship and invest. I have the QED Genesis connected via spades-spades and, later on, spades-bare wire (I cut spades on the amp side). In short - go and BUY THEM. You won't find anything better unless you pay 1.5x or twice the price. They also look fantastic but are annoying to position because they are too hard to bend. Not a big problem for me, though, as I have speakers 1.2m from the back wall, and you should too!
By switching to Genesis Spiral, everything improved, thick bass, clearer treble, warmth, body to the music, and most importantly, the dynamics are now balanced across the spectrum and have not escalated to the super crazy height I had with XT40i - which I think is an anomaly on the cheaper range of XT40i. The XT40i speaker cable could also not produce such clarity or bass as these Genesis do!
I am now a 100% cable believer, as I have done tests with my family on two separate systems!
My equipment is:
Marantz Model 30 + Aria 926 -> the difference with the cable switch to the Gensis Silver Spirals was shocking.
Arcam SA30 + Aria 906 --> amongst many, considered a match made in heaven. Again the improvement in performance with the Genesis cables was shocking as well. They were a great fit too!
However, I think the voice is a bit too neutral. Hence I am giving it four stars, as I lost a bit of magic in Focal's voice presence.
You do not need any A/B blind tests, trust me! Music plays on another level, but this review is mainly about the fact that the cables make a difference.
Firstly, I am an IT architect with a solid electrical engineering background, lurking on audio science forums and have seen all possible 'cables-do-not-matter' videos on youtube. I wanted to prove them all wrong.
The below review thus might help cables deniers to jump ship and invest. I have the QED Genesis connected via spades-spades and, later on, spades-bare wire (I cut spades on the amp side). In short - go and BUY THEM. You won't find anything better unless you pay 1.5x or twice the price. They also look fantastic but are annoying to position because they are too hard to bend. Not a big problem for me, though, as I have speakers 1.2m from the back wall, and you should too!
By switching to Genesis Spiral, everything improved, thick bass, clearer treble, warmth, body to the music, and most importantly, the dynamics are now balanced across the spectrum and have not escalated to the super crazy height I had with XT40i - which I think is an anomaly on the cheaper range of XT40i. The XT40i speaker cable could also not produce such clarity or bass as these Genesis do!
I am now a 100% cable believer, as I have done tests with my family on two separate systems!
My equipment is:
Marantz Model 30 + Aria 926 -> the difference with the cable switch to the Gensis Silver Spirals was shocking.
Arcam SA30 + Aria 906 --> amongst many, considered a match made in heaven. Again the improvement in performance with the Genesis cables was shocking as well. They were a great fit too!
However, I think the voice is a bit too neutral. Hence I am giving it four stars, as I lost a bit of magic in Focal's voice presence.
You do not need any A/B blind tests, trust me! Music plays on another level, but this review is mainly about the fact that the cables make a difference.
Excellent Sound
Gaku
7 Jan 2023
Verified Buyer
A clear sound without turbidity spreads widely and deeply. However, the sound is not cold and light but has warm energy and density. It has great expressiveness in all registers but is especially beautiful in the treble. It was like my speakers had been upgraded.
The problem is that the cable is thick, stiff, and heavy. If you use it for lightweight amplifiers or amplifiers with weak terminals, you need to devise a way to support or suspend the cable.
Also, it would be a good idea to order a longer length.
The problem is that the cable is thick, stiff, and heavy. If you use it for lightweight amplifiers or amplifiers with weak terminals, you need to devise a way to support or suspend the cable.
Also, it would be a good idea to order a longer length.