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QED Performance Audio Cable (Graphite) Pair
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QED Performance Audio
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Request Price MatchFrom QED's multi-award-winning Performance range, this cable benefits from common-mode noise reduction due to the signal and return conductors being twisted together, as well as an electrostatic screen at the source end to protect from external high voltage noise signals. 24K gold-plated plugs provide low resistance and immunity from oxidization, allowing you to enjoy the clarity of sound that QED always provide for longer!
QED Performance Audio Cable (Graphite)
From QED's multi-award-winning Performance range, this cable benefits from common-mode noise reduction due to the signal and return conductors being twisted together, as well as an electrostatic screen at the source end to protect from external high voltage noise signals. 24K gold-plated plugs provide low resistance and immunity from oxidization, allowing you to enjoy the clarity of sound that QED always provide for longer!
What QED say
The multi-award winning Performance range presents the Performance Audio analogue interconnect.
Performance Audio utilises design concepts from the high end Reference range to optimise audio performance when connecting your CD player, DAC or Tuner to your amplifier or receiver. These include quasi-balanced geometry, low capacitance dielectric materials and 24k gold plated RCA plugs. All QED cables are covered by a lifetime guarantee.
99.999% Oxygen Free Copper Conductors
Provide a low resistance pathway for the audio signal
Loew Density Polyethylene Dielectric
because of its low dielectric constant this material has been used to cut down on the amount of audio signal energy lost due to cable capacitance
Ergonomically Sculptered Zinc Plated Alloy Barrel
Provides ease of installation and a stunning finish
Quasi-Balanced Geometry
Signal and return conductors are twisted together to give a level of common mode noise rejection above that of conventional unbalanced cables
Electrostatic Screen
Provides immunity from external high voltage noise signals. Only connected at the source equipment end hence the directionality arrows on the cable jacket.
24K Gold Plated Phono Plugs
Because gold does not tarnish it provides a lasting low resistance contact
Specification :
- 99.999% Oxygen Free Copper (OFC) conductors with LDPE dielectric
- Quasi-balanced twisted pair geometry
- Al/Mylar wrap provides 100% electrostatic shield structure
- OFC drain wire completes electrostatic screening
- 24k Gold plated QED 6 leaf RCA plugs
- Capacitance: 115pF/m
- Inductance: 0.74uH/m
- Loop resistance: 0.160 Ω/m
- Dissipation Factor: 0.0012
- QED lifetime guarantee
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 :
- 99.999% Oxygen Free Copper (OFC) conductors with LDPE dielectric
- Quasi-balanced twisted pair geometry
- Al/Mylar wrap provides 100% electrostatic shield structure
- OFC drain wire completes electrostatic screening
- 24k Gold plated QED 6 leaf RCA plugs
- Capacitance: 115pF/m
- Inductance: 0.74uH/m
- Loop resistance: 0.160 Ω/m
- Dissipation Factor: 0.0012
- QED lifetime guarantee
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.
Customer Reviews
5 /5.0 of 35 Reviews
Good quality cables
Karen
14 Jul 2022
Verified Buyer
These are very good cables - well made and provide a snug fit to the sockets without being a pain to get on or off. The materials feel good for the money and look the part too. They are definitely recommended.
Excellent service from FutureShop too.
Excellent service from FutureShop too.
Super Fast Delivery
Derek
27 Jun 2022
Verified Buyer
Thanks for the speedy delivery. This cable is connecting my streamer and coupled with the QED speaker cable also sourced here; it all sounds great to my ears. Much better than the cheap stuff it replaced.
Great service and top quality.
Great service and top quality.
QED cable (graphite) for connecting turntable
Chris hobbs
29 Jan 2022
Verified Buyer
Having decided to get the old Dunlop Systemdek 2x to turntable down from the top of the wardrobe, I needed at least a 2m cable to connect it to the Audiolab pre-amp. A temporary "freebie" / cheap cable was picking up a lot of hum, so a replacement cable with good shielding properties was needed. The 3m graphite screened cable does an excellent job.
The turntable is grounded to the record deck plinth and good quality RCA couplers used to connect the turntable RCA lead to the new QED cable. Works well over the long length. A good value for money cable and speedy delivery ensured a happy customer.
The turntable is grounded to the record deck plinth and good quality RCA couplers used to connect the turntable RCA lead to the new QED cable. Works well over the long length. A good value for money cable and speedy delivery ensured a happy customer.
Excellent cable, good price.
Tony
2 Jan 2022
Verified Buyer
As per the previous review, excellent, I ordered different lengths for components on various shelves, and it just tidies everything at the rear—no need for cable ties or tape as they just fit perfectly.
Already have these cables and wanted them all the same.
Tony
2 Jan 2022
Verified Buyer
I already had these cables, so I bought them because I knew they were a quality product. They all look and sound great. More importantly, the service was excellent. Arrived within two days of ordering and was informed by email. I was not at home, and they were left where I requested. Sometimes the service seems to be overlooked, so thanks, guys, for doing it right. I would recommend Futureshop.
Clear and pleasing sound
Eugene
29 Apr 2021
Verified Buyer
Bought this to replace an Atlas Element Integra on an Arcam rDAC, as I needed to deploy the Atlas elsewhere. The Performance Graphite does the job just as well, presenting an airier treble albeit less fulsome in the midrange and bass as the Atlas. Its traits are similar to my very first interconnect the QED Qunex 2, crisp and clear but best not paired with thin-sounding sources, which the Arcam rDAC is not. The build quality of the plugs are QED's usual excellent standard. They handle and fit very nicely.
This interconnect is an immediate improvement over freebie interconnects or pc shop ones.
This interconnect is an immediate improvement over freebie interconnects or pc shop ones.
Good service & excellent products
Maximiliano Ariel
8 Nov 2020
Verified Buyer
After my purchase they didnt have the 0.6m par cable that I bought, so they offered me a pair of 1m cables, this resolution was good for me. On the other hand, right now Im pairing my preamp / amp with this cable, sound good. I had to separate the cable carefully so that it adapts to the separation of my amp inputs (30cm approx between right and left), both cables are glued but I could easily separate it I think that did not affect the performance.
The quality products and deliveries is excellent
Dubravko
11 Oct 2020
Verified Buyer
I needed a cable like this to extend the RCA cable on my Rega Planar 3 turntable because my existing ones were too short for the position of the turntable and amplifier. I didn't find anything smarter anywhere, so I ended this story with a 0.6 m QED Performance RCA cable and a pair of AudioQuest Couplers. Everything is great connected and my Rega works without problems. I have already bought QED audio cables in Futureshop and I am really satisfied with their price and quality.
As always at Futureshop, the quality of purchased products and deliveries is excellent.
As always at Futureshop, the quality of purchased products and deliveries is excellent.
Truly excellent cable!
P Murphy
19 Nov 2019
Verified Buyer
Truly excellent cable!. For 'domestic' reasons -I needed to have a 5 metre cable (not sonically ideal of course) -so was looking for value. But this cable sounds superb -with bags of detail and deep (but clear and tuneful) bass.
Superior to more expensive cables I have. A winner!
Superior to more expensive cables I have. A winner!
A breath of fresh sound!
Brian
11 Oct 2019
Verified Buyer
There have been suggestions by reviewers of
dedicated review sites that different cables bring, not better sound, but different sound; if different is: a greater soundstage, punch and an increase in low end frequencies, then they are right; but, to my way of thinking, this means better!
I had been using the Chord Crimson Vee3 for five years; What Hi Fi saying, amongst other things: “if you like laid-back sound then these cables are for you”.
The QED Performance cables are quite the opposite! And they have cost half the price of the Chord. I was after something “different” and I certainly got it! ... for the better!
I have no hesitation in recommending these cables!
I have been dealing with FutureShop for over 10 years now and I have never been let down, especially in the delivery aspect ... always arriving the next day after placing my order; and have found the chaps there to be so helpful in whatever my approach in purchasing all types of cables from them.
And who can say that about an outlet they have been dealing with for the length of time I have with FutureShop. Well appreciated, guys!
Ps: I received these cables two weeks ago, so my review is based on them having been run-in ... not on my first listening session after connecting them.
dedicated review sites that different cables bring, not better sound, but different sound; if different is: a greater soundstage, punch and an increase in low end frequencies, then they are right; but, to my way of thinking, this means better!
I had been using the Chord Crimson Vee3 for five years; What Hi Fi saying, amongst other things: “if you like laid-back sound then these cables are for you”.
The QED Performance cables are quite the opposite! And they have cost half the price of the Chord. I was after something “different” and I certainly got it! ... for the better!
I have no hesitation in recommending these cables!
I have been dealing with FutureShop for over 10 years now and I have never been let down, especially in the delivery aspect ... always arriving the next day after placing my order; and have found the chaps there to be so helpful in whatever my approach in purchasing all types of cables from them.
And who can say that about an outlet they have been dealing with for the length of time I have with FutureShop. Well appreciated, guys!
Ps: I received these cables two weeks ago, so my review is based on them having been run-in ... not on my first listening session after connecting them.
Excellent cables for connecting CD player to amplifier.
Paul Baltzersen
24 May 2019
Verified Buyer
Excellent cables for connecting CD player to amplifier.. I very much like these cables. They replaced Monster Cable Interlink 400s. I used a pair of ,06 meter cables to connect my Sony CDP 590 CD player to my vintage restored Advent 300 receiver. I used a 1 meter pair to connect my Sony CA9ES CD player to a Proton AP 2000 preamplifier.
I noticed a significant difference in sound. The music was more detailed, nuanced, with a clearer placement of instruments. It took some getting used to. Then I realized the sound was more transparent and that the music was closer to live without coloration. I won't go back.
Thanks to Adam and Glyn for their help in selecting cables for my system.
I noticed a significant difference in sound. The music was more detailed, nuanced, with a clearer placement of instruments. It took some getting used to. Then I realized the sound was more transparent and that the music was closer to live without coloration. I won't go back.
Thanks to Adam and Glyn for their help in selecting cables for my system.
Well made, great value
Simon
14 May 2019
Verified Buyer
Well made, great value. Used the 0.6 mtr length to connect Chord TT2 to my integrated amp.
As usual for QED, performance based on measurements which they publish & it works perfectly.
Replaced a quite old Siltech & it 'sounds' better balanced, more natural/honest. Best cable is NO cable so shorter the better but if you need one best to get one based on science & not religion.
Great quality & value. Highly recommended.
Ps. FutureShop 60 day option on cables is a great backup if you need to return. Thank you.
As usual for QED, performance based on measurements which they publish & it works perfectly.
Replaced a quite old Siltech & it 'sounds' better balanced, more natural/honest. Best cable is NO cable so shorter the better but if you need one best to get one based on science & not religion.
Great quality & value. Highly recommended.
Ps. FutureShop 60 day option on cables is a great backup if you need to return. Thank you.