From cherished vinyl and CD collections to TV audio and high-resolution streaming, we are listening to more music and watching more movies, across more sources, than ever before. That’s why British audio specialist QED has created its new Performance cable range: A one-stop analogue and digital AV cable ecosystem that takes the guesswork out of connectivity and makes it easy to get the best from every system, leaving you free to immerse yourself in the music and movies you love.
Refreshing one of its most popular cable series with the introduction of a new speaker cable, matching bi-wire links and a new line-up of USB audio cables, the new 13-strong Performance range also boasts a fresh new look, making it the upgrade your music and TV set-up deserves.
Heritage Matters
Designed to meet the demands of modern audio and AV setups, every cable in the new Performance range benefits from QED’s renowned engineering expertise and evidence-led approach to cable design. Each product is informed by insights from the company’s Genesis Report, the landmark scientific research programme that continues to shape QED’s understanding of how cable design influences performance.
With nearly five decades of innovation behind it, QED remains one of the most respected names in AV connectivity. Widely regarded as the original specialist cable brand, QED helped redefine expectations of audio performance with the launch of its groundbreaking 79 Strand speaker cable in 1979, a product recognised by many as the world’s first specialist speaker cable and one that demonstrated the measurable impact cables can have on sound quality.
A Glow-up Design
The new Performance range doesn’t just help your system and music sing – it’s looks and feels better too. A new softer, more flexible TPE* (Thermoplastic Elastomer) jacket makes installation effortless and helps cables sit naturally within any setup, while sleek silver-grey connectors give the entire range a smart, contemporary look. This new design language sets the direction for future Reference and Signature series updates, creating a clear and easily recognisable visual upgrade path across the QED cable portfolio.
Under the hood, 99.999% oxygen-free copper conductors and 24K gold-plated contacts (USB cable models use nickel-plated connectors) ensure every connection is built for uncompromising reliability and performance, so your system can sound its best every time.
Speaker and Phono duo
At the centre of the new Performance line-up are the Speaker and Audio (phono-to-phono) models. These speaker and interconnect cables have been developed and designed to work together, ensuring every link in the audio chain performs in harmony for a more dynamic, engaging and vibrant listening experience.
Designed for listeners who want to hear every detail, QED Performance Speaker Cable combines proven engineering with real-world musical benefits. A large 2.5mm² conductor area and 99.999% oxygen-free copper minimise resistance, while QED’s X-Tube™ Plus technology maintains signal accuracy across the audio spectrum for cleaner, more consistent sound. The result is lower distortion, greater clarity and a more natural musical presentation. Lastly, factory-fitted Airloc™ gold-plated plugs and spades provide a secure, low-noise connection that remains reliable for years to come.
Designed to get more from every recording, QED Performance Audio cables deliver greater detail, tighter timing and a more expansive soundstage. Solid Complementary Conductor Technology™ and 99.999% oxygen-free copper help preserve signal accuracy, while advanced shielding and Ferrite Insulation Technology™ keep interference at bay. A flexible TPE jacket reduces handling noise, and gold-plated phono connectors ensure a reliable, low-noise connection built to last.
Safety and Sustainability First
The new Performance packaging has been refreshed to align with the new visual identify, with plastic reduced in favour of recyclable, paper‑based materials wherever possible. All products adhere to the strict RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) and REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals) requirements, while USB cables carry independent USB‑IF (USB Implementers Forum) compliance certification, offering further reassurance of the quality and trust that define QED.
*Excludes the Speaker model which uses LDPE Low-Density Polyethylene material.
For each model specifications visit www.qed.co.uk (UK) and www.qedcable.com (US)
QED Performance range is available now from local QED retailers and www.qed.co.uk
QED Performance range will be available in the U.S. late November from local QED retailers andwww.qedcable.com
QED Performance 2M speaker cable (pair)
£119.00 / €159.00 / $209.00
QED Performance 3M speaker cable (pair)
£139.00 / €179.00/ $229.00
QED Performance 5M speaker cable (pair)
£179.00 / €239.00/ $309.00
QED Performance Bi-wire Links 0.2M (two sets)
£99.00 / €129.00 / $169
QED Performance Audio 0.75M interconnect (pair)
£49.00 / €69.00 / $89.00
QED Performance Audio 1.5M interconnect (pair)
£59.00 / €79.00 / $99.00
QED Performance Audio 3M interconnect (pair)
£89.00 / €119.00 / $149.00
QED Performance Subwoofer 3M
£59.00 / €79.00 / $99.00
QED Performance Subwoofer 6M
£99.00 / €129.00 / $169.00
QED Performance Subwoofer 10M
£129.00 / €169.00 / $219.00
QED Performance (3.5mm) J2J 1.5M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance (3.5mm) J2J 3.0M
£49.00 / €65.00 / $79.00
QED Performance (3.5mm) J2P (phono) 1.5M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance (3.5mm) J2P (phono) 3.0M
£49.00 / €65.00 / $79.00
QED Performance Digital Audio 0.75M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance Digital Audio 1.5M
£49.00 / €65.00 / $79.00
QED Performance Digital Audio 3M
£59.00 / €79.00 / $99.00
QED Performance Optical 0.75M
£49.00 / €65.00 / $79.00
QED Performance Optical 1.5M
£59.00 / €79.00 / $99.00
QED Performance Optical 3M
£69.00 / €99.00 / $129.00
QED Performance Ethernet 0.75M
£29.00 / €39.00 / $49.00
QED Performance Ethernet 1.5M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance Ethernet 3M
£49.00 / €65.00 / $79.00
QED Performance Ethernet 6M
£59.00 / €79.00 / $99.00
QED Performance USB A(M)-B(M) 0.75M
£29.00 / €39.00 / $49.00
QED Performance USB A(M)-B(M) 1.5M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance USB A(M)-B(M) 3M
£49.00 / €65.00 / $79.00
QED Performance USB A(M)-C(M) 0.6M
£29.00 / €39.00 / $49.00
QED Performance USB A(M)-C(M) 1.2M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance USB C(M)-C(M) 0.6M
£29.00 / €39.00 / $49.00
QED Performance USB A(M)-C(M) 1.2M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
QED Performance USB C(M)-B(M) 0.6M
£29.00 / €39.00 / $49.00
QED Performance USB C(M)-B(M) 1.2M
£39.00 / €55.00 / $69.00
To find out more about the QED Performance range and discover other QED products please visit www.qed.co.uk (UK) and www.qedcable.com (US)
IMAGE GALLERY (click on image then ‘Save As’)
QED Performance Range
QED Performance Detail
QED Performance Speaker
QED Performance Audio
QED Performance Bi-wire Links
QED Performance Subwoofer
QED Performance (3.5mm) J2J
QED Performance (3.5mm) J2P (phono)
QED Performance Digital Audio
QED Performance Optical
QED Performance Ethernet
QED Performance USB A(M)-B(M)
QED Performance USB A(M)-C(M)
QED Performance USB C(M)-C(M)
QED Performance USB C(M)-B(M)
QED Performance Banana Plug
QED Performance Spade Plug
