QED marks golden anniversary with XT loudspeaker cable

British audio specialist QED has announced its Golden Anniversary XT special edition speaker cable, said to represent the culmination of 50 years of research and expertise. 

The cable uses X-Tube Plus technology, a hybrid blend of Ultra-Pure Ohno Continuous Cast Copper and 99.99% oxygen-free copper conductor, low-loss ultra-uniform dielectric insulation, and Airloc Forte banana plugs,  which utilise a cold weld system for permanent attachment to the cable  for improved contact area and reduced resistance. 

X-Tube Plus technology, which combines X-Tube and Aircore, aims to deliver a consistent performance across the entire audible frequency range. 

It builds on the brand’s original X-Tube concept that places a cable’s conductive material around a  central hollow insulating rod.

The new cable's design ensures high efficiency and a low dissipation factor, making it the ideal upgrade for any Hi-Fi enthusiast who wants to experience the sonic benefits of a high-end speaker cable at a real-world price. 

The QED Golden Anniversary XT speaker cable will be available in June, with a price of £27 (€35 / $40) per metre.