Home Audio Cables
QED Performance cables for hi-fi and home cinema, covering RCA, subwoofer, optical, digital coaxial, HDMI, USB, Ethernet, headphone and speaker connections.
Get the best from your hi-fi and home cinema setup with QED Performance cables. From subwoofer interconnects and RCA phono leads to optical digital cables and HDMI 2.1, they are built for clear audio and video signal transfer with no compromise. Trusted by audiophiles and backed by free UK delivery from CEN.
Cable types in this range
- Analogue interconnects: Graphite and standard RCA phono leads, 3.5mm jack to phono and 3.5mm extension cables.
- Subwoofer cables: RCA subwoofer interconnects from 3m to 10m.
- Digital audio: optical TOSLINK (including Graphite) and digital coaxial RCA cables.
- HDMI, USB and Ethernet: HDMI 2.1 Ultra High Speed, USB-A, USB-B and USB-C combinations, and Ethernet cables for hi-res streaming.
- Speaker and headphone: pre-terminated speaker cable, bi-wire links, and 3.5mm and 6.35mm headphone extensions.
How to choose the right cable
First match the connectors on both devices, then measure the run and allow a little slack so nothing is under tension. Use optical or coaxial for digital audio from a TV or CD transport, RCA for analogue sources, and USB to connect a computer to a DAC. For TVs, consoles and AV receivers, HDMI 2.1 supports 4K and 8K. Browse audio interconnects or HDMI and streaming cables to narrow your search.
Home Audio Cables FAQs
Q: Optical or coaxial: which should I use?
A: Both carry digital audio well. Use whichever your devices share: optical is common on TVs and soundbars, coaxial on hi-fi sources.
Q: Which USB cable do I need for my DAC?
A: Check the sockets. Many desktop DACs use USB-B, while portable DACs often use USB-C. QED offers USB-A to B, A to C, C to B and C to C.
Q: What length should I buy?
A: Choose the shortest length that reaches comfortably, with a little slack for moving equipment.
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