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Best speaker cables 2025: our editors' choice for every budget
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best Buys Don't let the humble looks fool you – speaker cables are one of the heroes of your hi-fi system and could be the most cost-effective upgrade you'll ever make.
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Best audio cables 2025: our expert picks of quality interconnects
By Becky Roberts last updated
Best buys Upping your audio cable game is a simple yet very effective way to give your hi-fi system a boost. Here are our favourites...
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Chord Company ClearwayX ARAY Analogue RCA
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
Updated If you’re looking at ways to eke out the best performance from your hi-fi system, this audio interconnect cable offers a significant uplift
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Chord Company C-line
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
Updated This Chord interconnect is a no-brainer if you want to give your hi-fi system a lift....
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Chord Company RumourX (2022)
By What Hi-Fi? last updated
Updated An improved plating on the banana plugs makes the award-winning Chord Company RumourX an even better buy.
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Ecosse CS2.15Mk2
By What Hi-Fi? published
The CS2.15 Mk2 delivers a cohesive and detailed performance to make it worthy of consideration.
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Coaxial vs optical vs HDMI: which is the best audio connection to use?
By Andy Madden last updated
You're probably familiar with each audio option, but which should you be using and why? Allow us to explain.
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QED Golden Anniversary XT
By What Hi-Fi? published
QED turns 50 years old and launches the Golden Anniversary XT to celebrate.
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