QED Performance Original Speaker Cable (14AWG)
QED Performance Original Speaker Cable (14 AWG) builds upon the legendary success of the classic QED 79 Strand. Combining 99.999% oxygen-free copper with an advanced low-density polyethylene dielectric, it drastically reduces signal energy loss and capacitance. Delivering crystal-clear transparency, tight bass control, and exceptional flexibility, it is the ultimate low-loss cabling solution for custom home cinemas, multi-room audio, and high-end hi-fi systems.
£4.20per metre
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Description
Designed for Custom Installers & Home Cinema Enthusiasts
Whether you are wiring a dedicated multi-channel Dolby Atmos home theatre or routing long runs through tight conduits and behind drywall, the QED Original provides the ultimate balance of high-end sonic performance and mechanical flexibility.
By replacing conventional dielectrics with a high-performance low-density polyethylene (LDPE), QED has minimised the amount of audio signal energy lost to cable capacitance (35 pF/m). This results in a wider soundstage, sharper instrument localisation, and zero smearing across complex audio tracks.
Key Features & Benefits
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79 Strands of 99.999% OFC: Ensures a low-resistance current pathway ($0.015\ \Omega/\text{m}$) while protecting the copper core from oxidation over long periods.
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Low-Density Polyethylene Dielectric: Cuts down high-frequency signal attenuation and preserves micro-detail and dynamic punch.
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Optimised 14 AWG (2.50 mm²) Gauge: The professional integrator’s choice—thick enough to prevent voltage drop over long speaker runs, yet supple enough for tight corner bends.
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Flexible & Discreet Outer Jacket: Features a streamlined 3.60 mm outer diameter profile designed for fast pulling through trunking, wall boxes, and structured cabling routes.
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Termination Compatibility: Fully compatible with QED’s ABS, Metal, and Mini Airloc compression plugs for a secure, gas-tight professional finish.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value | Installer / Audiophile Takeaway |
| Wire Gauge | 14 AWG | Ideal for long runs and high-current power amplifiers. |
| Cross-Sectional Area | 2.50\mm | Ample copper mass for effortless low-end control and damping. |
| Loop Resistance | 0.015 Ohm\m | Minimal signal loss over extended home theatre cable lengths. |
| Capacitance | 35\pF/m | Exceptionally low, preserving high-frequency phase and detail accuracy. |
| Inductance | 0.59 uH/m | Keeps high frequencies open, natural, and free of harshness. |
| Dissipation Factor | 0.0004 | Minimal dielectric energy absorption for cleaner signal transmission. |
| Jacket Outer Diameter | 3.60 mm | Streamlined profile for easy pulling through trunking and conduit. |
| Termination Compatibility | ABS, Metal, & Mini Airloc | Perfect for pristine, secure field terminations. |
Ideal Applications
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Custom Home Cinemas & Multi-Room Audio: Perfect for reliable, high-bandwidth wiring behind walls, in floor channels, or neatly dressed across AV racks.
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High-Resolution Hi-Fi Systems: An affordable performance upgrade for entry-to-mid audiophile setups requiring neutral, transparent tonal balance and uncompromised soundstaging.
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QED Performance Original Speaker Cable (14AWG)
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