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AudioQuest Rocket 22 Speaker Cable - Custom Length

£40.00 £33.33
SKU
AQ Rocket 22
Lifetime
New
48 Hours
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We can burn-in your cable for up to 96 hours FREE of charge using our Nordost VIDAR cable burner. This is a £3000 machine that will optimise the performance of your cables from day one. This means the cables will be in optimum performance mode when you receive them, so you'll be able to make a performance assessment quickly rather than waiting 70 hours+ of usage. The result of conditioning cables with the Nordost VIDAR is, improved sound staging, increased detail, and an overall more musical presentation. Please Note: we are unable to burn-in cables with stripped bare ends, BFA-only plugs, or no plugs selected. (This does not apply to BFA/Banana plugs). Cables are burnt-in for the selected period AFTER your order has been processed. This service is offered at Future Shop's discretion and we cannot guarantee all burn-in requests are fully completed during busy periods.

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If you want Future Shop to terminate your speaker cable with our special range of plugs, select Banana/BFA/Z-Plug or Spade plugs from the drop-down menu. We offer a wide range of options on how our highly trained and experienced engineers can fit the plugs to your selected cable. If an option is not available for your requirements, please call us on 0800 772 3688 or 0208 905 1555. All cables are tested for signal integrity before shipping.

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If you want Future Shop to terminate your speaker cable with our special range of plugs, select Banana/BFA/Z-Plug or Spade plugs from the drop-down menu. We offer a wide range of options on how our highly trained and experienced engineers can fit the plugs to your selected cable. If an option is not available for your requirements, please call us on 0800 772 3688 or 0208 905 1555. All cables are tested for signal integrity before shipping

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SPEAKER CABLES:

A quantity of 2 means you will receive a pair of speaker cables e.g. for your front left and front right speakers. By entering a quantity of 1, you will get a cable for a single speaker e.g. centre speaker and this option also enables you to vary the length (and termination) of your cable for each speaker.

OTHER CABLES:

A quantity of 1 means you will receive a single cable in the case of aerial, satellite, subwoofer, digital coaxial & optical cables and a pair of cables in the case of 2 rca to 2 rca analogue audio cables.

NON-CABLE PRODUCTS:

A quantity of 1 means you will receive 1 of the specified products.

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Need help? Call us on 0800 772 3688 or 0208 905 1555

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The Rocket 22 represents an upgrade on the Rocket 11, as the combination of AudioQuest's Long-Grain Copper and Perfect-Surface Copper results in a deep sound stage with detailed mid and high ranges, as well as full and warm bass. An overachiever at this price!

AudioQuest Rocket 22 Speaker Cable - Custom Length

 

The Rocket 22 represents an upgrade on the Rocket 11, as the combination of AudioQuest's Long-Grain Copper and Perfect-Surface Copper results in a deep sound stage with detailed mid and high ranges, as well as full and warm bass. An overachiever at this price!

What AudioQuest say

Launched alongside the Rocket 11, the Rocket 22 improves on the Rocket 11's award-winning formula by increasing the gauge of conductors, lowering it's impedance and combining AudioQuest's Long-Grain Copper (LGC) with Perfect-Surface Copper (PSC). All of these adjustments mean the Rocket 22 offers improved clarity, reduced harshness and superior bass-to-treble frequency extension while remaining affordable. The SureGrip 100 and 300 plugs are the perfect compliment to the Rocket 22 by utlising direct-silver/gold plating compared to the distortion-casuing nickel commonly found in standard banana plugs.

The AudioQuest Rocket series is one of the most successful AudioQuest speaker cables due to its excellent design and construction. The Rocket series is an ideal speaker cable for entry to mid-level range Hi-Fi and AV systems. This latest cable in the Rocket series, is constructed from a mix of the award-winning AudioQuest FLX/SLiP 14/4 and AudioQuest Rocket 33 speaker cables.

The Rocket 22 speaker cable utilises both 'Long-Grain Copper'  and 'Perfect-Surface Copper' semi-solid true-concentric conductors, a first for AudioQuest.  The combination of 'Long-Grain Copper', 'Perfect-Surface Copper' and true-concentric conductors ensures the Rocket 22 delivers a more balanced, dynamic and cleaner sound. Rocket 22 is available as both single wire and biwire configuration.

A clearly audible step up from Rocket 11, Rocket 22 is a high-performance, low-noise, CL3/FT4-certified cable designed to quickly and easily accommodate either Full-Range or Single-BiWire applications, making it an outstanding choice for custom installers and enthusiasts alike. With no breakouts, pants, or braids to cut back and dress, preparation is as simple as can be. 

"True-Concentric" is an industry standard term for when each layer of strands in a concentric conductor is spiraled in the opposite direction from the layer below, eliminating the lines of contact between the layers, and increasing contact pressure at the points of contact. The downside is much more machine time and higher cost – the upside is better sound you can hear. True-Concentric construction significantly furthers the beneficial effect of the skin-effect by dramatically increasing layer autonomy.

 

AudioQuest Rocket 11 What Hi-Fi 5 Stars Review

"The 22’s design mirrors that of the cheaper model, but uses higher quality copper conductors with a polished outer surface that’s claimed to give a ‘sweeter’ high frequency performance."...

"While this is a chunky cable, it’s also extremely flexible and shouldn’t cause any issues when installed."...

"The sound is impressively detailed, uncovering low-level information and arranging it in a stable and cohesive manner. All that detail isn’t overtly highlighted either; here it exists in an even-handed delivery without emphasis. All of this makes for an easy-going balance that makes the Rocket 22 suitable for a wide range of systems."...

"The Rocket 22 continues the fine work of its Award-winning sibling and, in a suitably talented set-up, the difference in price between the two (the Rocket 11 costs £12.50/m) can be justified by the improvement in scale, detail and authority."(Read More)

What Hi-Fi 5 Star Review - April 2018

 

Specification:

  • Please note, you need to enter a quantity of 2 for a pair
  • Metal: Semi-Solid True-Concentric Perfect-Surface Low-Distortion Copper (PSC)
  • Gauge: 2 x 3.31mm2
  • Geometry: Double-Spiral
  • Dielectric: PVC
  • Noise-Dissipation System: No
  • Jacket: CL3 PVC
  • Jacket Colour: Black or White with Blue Stripes
  • Bi-Wirable: Yes
  • Warranty: Lifetime
  • Outer Dimensions: 14mm x 7mm (w x d)
  • Usually pre-burnt-in with Nordost Vidar for 96 Hours

 

Termination

This cable is professional terminated by Futureshop using one of the following plug options:

  • SureGrip 100 Gold-plated Banana or Spade
  • SureGrip 100 Silver-plated Banana or Spade
  • SureGrip 300 Gold-plated Banana or Spade
  • SureGrip 300 Silver-plated Banana or Spade

Both the SureGrip 100 and SureGrip 300 Banana plugs utilise a stronger base metal, Beryllium Copper, offering higher tensile strength and superior sound to phosphor bronze found on many banana plugs. The SureGrip 100 and SureGrip 300 Spade plugs utilise higher purity Purple Copper which provides cleaner and clearer sound when compared to standard copper or brass used in other "premium" connectors.

The differences between the SureGrip 100s and SureGrip 300s can be found in the amount on metal used in the construction of the plug. The SureGrip 300 uses substantially more metal in the connector compared to the SureGrip 100 resulting in a superior connection between the conductors, the connector and your system.

The coppers of the connector, just as in the speaker cable itself can lend to the cable sounding more detailed, wider soundstage, lowering of the noise floor and protection of the raw conductors. These benefits increase step by step as you progress higher up the series from the Suregrip 100 Beryllium Copper plugs to the Series 1000 Red Copper banana plugs. The plating process also changes as you move up the series, resulting in a thicker and more durable plating.

AudioQuest SureGrip 100 & 300 Speaker Plugs

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 AudioQuest

AudioQuest has been the largest cable supplier to the high-end specialist market for many years. AudioQuest is sold in several hundred outlets in the US and in over sixty countries. Bill Lowe (Founder) is especially pleased that this success has been possible despite his insistence that the foundation of the company, and the foundation of AudioQuest marketing, must be the performance of the product. In the audio world, many professionals have learned that it is not always convenient to listen to the products they sell … they might learn something they don’t want to know! Bill has always understood the challenge of basing the existence of AudioQuest on the performance of the product. However, to Bill, this is the only reasonable way to do business and the only acceptable way to combine his passion for music (and all things high performance), with his need to make a living.

Specification:

  • Please note, you need to enter a quantity of 2 for a pair
  • Metal: Semi-Solid True-Concentric Perfect-Surface Low-Distortion Copper (PSC)
  • Gauge: 2 x 3.31mm2
  • Geometry: Double-Spiral
  • Dielectric: PVC
  • Noise-Dissipation System: No
  • Jacket: CL3 PVC
  • Jacket Colour: Black or White with Blue Stripes
  • Bi-Wirable: Yes
  • Warranty: Lifetime
  • Outer Dimensions: 14mm x 7mm (w x d)
  • Usually pre-burnt-in with Nordost Vidar for 96 Hours

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.

 

Royal Mail 1st Class Shipping DPD Next Day Delivery

 

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.

 

Royal Mail Special Next Working Day Delivery

 

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

 

Royal Mail International DeliveryRoyal Mail International Tracked DeliveryFedEX Express Economy International DeliveryFedEX Express Priority International DeliveryDHL Worldwide Express International DeliveryDHL Econmy Select International Delivery

 

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.

 

Royal Mail International DeliveryRoyal Mail International Tracked DeliveryFedEX Express Economy International DeliveryFedEX Express Priority International DeliveryDHL Worldwide Express International DeliveryDHL Econmy Select International Delivery

 

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:

  1. Charge Neutralisation: It eliminates charges that accumulate around the cables and their insulation, ensuring a more balanced electrical environment.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.

 

 

Nordost Vidar Burn-in Machine

 

 

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.

 

 


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Customer Reviews
98%
4.9 /5.0 of 57 Reviews
5 stars 53 (93%)
4 stars 2 (4%)
3 stars 2 (4%)
2 stars 0 (0%)
1 star 0 (0%)
5
Happy with the cables
28 Jul 2024
Verified Buyer
I have a nice setup with mid-level audiophile equipment. I was 90% happy with the sound, but I had a slight issue with harsh upper mids that was annoying with some music, particularly jazz with soprano sax. I added some acoustic panels to my music room but didn’t really notice a difference. A friend recommended upgrading my speaker cables (I already had excellent Chord Clearway cables for my system interconnects).

So I tried these, and the sound spectrum's smoothness from my system shows a noticeable improvement.

They certainly were worth it for me.
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5
Effectiveness of speaker cable
8 Jul 2024
Verified Buyer
It is difficult to imagine that a "piece of wire" would make any difference to the sound produced by an audio system. Prior to purchasing the AudioQuest Rocket 22 Speaker Cable, my B&W speakers were bi-wired using a good-quality cable. I thought the sound was excellent until I replaced these with a single Audio Quest cable/speaker. There was a noticeable improvement in the quality of the sound, with deeper bass and clearer treble.

The only mistake I made was not seeing the note on the website stating that the cables were ordered separately. I have looked at a number of other suppliers who sold the cables in pairs.
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5
Very impressed. Fast Professional service
12 May 2024
Verified Buyer
I am amazed the order arrived so quickly. I will definitely use them again.

The Rocket 22 speaker cables have certainly made a difference.
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5
Audioquest Rocket 22
10 May 2024
Verified Buyer
Good product and service, quick postage as well.
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5
Just great
26 Apr 2024
Verified Buyer
I just installed my new cable, and the first impression is just perfect.

Also, the cable is nicely fabricated!
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5
Good, very good
7 Jan 2024
Verified Buyer
Very happy with the cable, and thanks for the fast delivery
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5
Excellently put together.
21 Oct 2023
Verified Buyer
Custom length, burn-in of 72 hours. Excellent workmanship. I was kept informed of progress and rapid delivery.

What’s not to like? Thank you - much appreciated.
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5
Perfect
1 Jul 2023
Verified Buyer
Great cable with great powerful bass.
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5
1 Jul 2023
Verified Buyer
Great cable with great powerful bass.
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5
Very good quality for this price.
3 Jun 2023
Verified Buyer
Very good quality for this price.
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4
Very satisfying
21 Dec 2022
Verified Buyer
Very satisfying. The spade connections for the amp end would not fit had to remove them and use bare wire, unaware until installation as the amp was new.
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5
AudioQuest Speaker Cable Rocket 22
24 Sep 2022
Verified Buyer
I am very happy with the cable and service from Future Shop.

This was my budget choice, and these cables make things sound louder when played at lower settings from the amp.

It can be very hard to choose when the selection is vast, so many thanks to everyone at Future Shop.
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5
Rocket 22 with ProAc Speaker
23 Jul 2022
Verified Buyer
I bought these AudioQuest Rocket 22 speaker cables, together with Rocket 22 jumpers, after reading some reviews of this speaker cable.

I also own the old AudioQuest CV-4 and other cables in my system. With the new Rocket 22, improvements in treble and bass and soundstage are noticeable. Bass control is quite good and well matched with my ProAc SM100 speaker. I am thrilled with the sound quality and expect it to improve after longer hours of running.

It is my first experience buying products from Future Shop. They provided quick responses and helpful answers to my questions. The items of my order were shipped and delivered to me (HK) in a week, which is very quick and quite impressive.
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5
Nicest addition with Audionet SAM Amplifier
24 May 2022
Verified Buyer
It is an excellent product. These new cables connect my Audionet SAM amplifier to Dynaudio speakers. The bass has gained in-depth. The highs are even more precise and dynamic.

A very good purchase with great satisfaction
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5
Beautifully Detailed Sound
28 Apr 2022
Verified Buyer
I bought equal lengths of this cable and connection made between my Gato Audio 250s-NPM integrated amp and Monitor Audio Silver 200 floor standers and obviously helped by a good quality source in my Jays Audio CDT2 Mk3 or from my RP3/Ania MC/Electrocompaniet ECP2 MK2.

For what, in real HiFi terms, is a budget speaker cable, I continue to be amazed at the depth/breadth of staging and the level of detail conveyed. After this, I think we are entering into the area of diminishing returns if looking to spend more.

I would have thought anyone looking for a very good quality cable would be hard pushed to find something approaching the sonic levels this cable can show, even at twice the price.
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5
Rocket 22 with Cyrus amp
8 Dec 2021
Verified Buyer
If you have a Cyrus amp with harsh upper mids (e.g. Snare drums), I recommend the Audioquest Rocket 22 cables. I noticed an immediate improvement: the sparkle is still there, but the harsh sounds have gone.

Thank you to Futureshop's Mark D'Mello and Adam Senior for your advice and friendly help.
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5
Great quality for the price. Fast international delivery
12 Nov 2021
Verified Buyer
Great quality for the price. Fast international
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5
Buy this cable even if have a higher budget
3 Jun 2021
Verified Buyer
Owning a few "high end" speaker cables over the years in the £5k to £10k range, I had reason to rewire my set up and chose this cable purely on the strength of reviews.

I'm pleased I did as the cable is well constructed, easy to handle, and sounds fantastic. Regardless of your budget, don't hesitate
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5
Audioquest breathing life into my system
13 Apr 2021
Verified Buyer
Quite stunned at the effect of adding Rocket 22 to my system. It was already performing well but now has greater weight, more air, detail and musicality as well as a much wider and deeper soundstage. In other words marked improvements across the boards with music possessing greater energy and vitality.

Thank you Future Shop for your patience and advice in guiding me to the right cable. It appears to match well with my Puresound 2A3 and Heco Direkts.
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5
Excellent cables
25 Jan 2021
Verified Buyer
Better than the more expensive Tellurium Q Black 2 and the Naim Nac 5. Has the weight of the Naim but a much sweeter treble and better separation between instruments.

Great value for money and excellent service from Future Shop.
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5
Supreme
21 Jan 2021
Verified Buyer
Great build quality and combined with new Cambridge Audio amp has brought my living room to life with a sharper, cleaner sound
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3
Not worth the money
9 Jan 2021
Verified Buyer
I bought this cable as an upgrade from the Chord C-Screen cable I was using and honestly I could hear no notable difference. The build quality of the Rocket 22 was far superior but, to my ear, the sound was the same.
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5
Cleaner sound
21 Dec 2020
Verified Buyer
Cleaner sound, the hum is decreased compared to my previous more expensive cable. Very satisfied.
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5
Very pleased with this cable
28 Oct 2020
Verified Buyer
Very spacious sounding with a fine treble.Excellent soundstage love this cable. Thanks to Adam for his advice.
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5
Aha moment !
21 Oct 2020
Verified Buyer
Sound got more arranged and clear. Bass sound became more tight and not boomy. Who said speaker cable doesn’t matter ? That’s total BS
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5
Superb speaker cables
8 Oct 2020
Verified Buyer
The cables arrived late here in the Philippines due to the current pandemic situation. I ordered it Sept 4 and was shipped on Sept 8 and arrived on October 6.

On to the cables. These Rocket 22s are superb sounding cables. The switch from my AQ flex slip 14/4 to these and the difference for me was significant. This is a definite and worthwhile upgrade. Thank you, Future Shop and AudioQuest.
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5
Outstanding
21 Aug 2020
Verified Buyer
I have recently changed and upgraded my audio equipment and was pleased with the results.In recent years I have been somewhat sceptical of claims made by cable manufacturers and press reviews.However I felt that having invested in new equipment I should give it the best possible chance by gradually changing the interconnects,starting with the speaker cable.Having done due diligence and also spoken with the very helpful people at Futureshop I settled on Rocket 22.

On changing only the speaker cable the difference was immediate and obvious in terms of scale and detail and most importantly,enjoyment.I really am amazed at the difference.All things are relative of course and who knows what spending more money might achieve.For me though better than expected results for a sensible price is always the objective. On this basis I would highly recommend Rocket 22.
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5
Great cables
6 Aug 2020
Verified Buyer
I will recommend these cables to whoever have a decent hi-fi to improve the sound.
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5
Excellent cable
5 Aug 2020
Verified Buyer
I upgraded to Rocket 22 from Rocket 11. The Rocket 11 had already outperformed several cables I used in the past from Chord, QED and van den Hul. It was doing nothing wrong but I was curious about the improvements the Rocket 22 could offer.

The immediate difference when I swapped in the 22 was the sound level seemed a touch softer than with the 11. It took some getting used to before I realized it was because the soundstage is deeper than with the 11.

This is a very spacious sounding cable with superbly refined treble. If your musical diet tends towards rock and pop and you are playing it through speakers with slightly dull tweeters, the Rocket 11 will provide some upfront pep to make it more exciting. The 22 could make it more laid back.

However the Rocket 22 outright wins when it comes to vocal and acoustic music. It brings out so much more nuance and texture to voices and instruments, it's amazing. Coupled with its spacious quality, it makes for intoxicating life-like sound reproduction leading to prolonged listening sessions.

For its asking price, the Rocket 22 over-achieves.

Note: the bass will sound swampy and muddled from new but it clears up soon enough.

Thank you to Adam, Gary and Glyn for the helpful responses. I will purchase from FutureShop again. :)
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5
Superbly balanced sound
23 Jul 2020
Verified Buyer
Connected between a Dared vp845 and Klipsch Klf20 this cable just disappears. Lovely open and fluid sound. Just added a Monsoon cable to the system with dramatic improvements. Can't fault the 22 at this price or even twice the price.
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