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The Chord Company ChordMusic Speaker Cable is the flagship loudspeaker cable within the ChordMusic range, created for highly revealing systems where the amplifier, speakers and source equipment have been carefully matched.
Its substantial silver-plated conductors, phase-stable Taylon® insulation, Tuned ARAY geometry and extensive shielding are designed to preserve musical detail, timing and tonal balance while reducing the influence of electrical and mechanical noise.
ChordMusic is a significant system investment, so we strongly recommend comparing it with your existing speaker cable before ordering. Audio T can help select the correct length and connector type and arrange a suitable demonstration.
Chord Company ChordMusic Speaker Cable
ChordMusic is Chord Company's reference speaker cable, designed and built at its UK factory for use with high-performance amplifiers and loudspeakers.
Each set is supplied as a factory-terminated stereo pair, ready to connect the left and right amplifier channels to the corresponding loudspeakers.
Audio T offers ChordMusic Speaker Cable pairs in 1.5 m, 2 m, 3 m and 5 m lengths. Each pair can be fitted with ChordOhmic 4 mm banana plugs or spade connectors to suit compatible amplifier and speaker terminals.
Available Lengths
1.5 m Pair
Suitable for compact systems where the amplifier is positioned close to the loudspeakers and the cable can follow a relaxed route without being stretched.
2 m Pair
A practical choice for many conventional two-channel systems, providing additional flexibility around equipment racks and speaker stands.
3 m Pair
Suitable where the loudspeakers are placed further apart or the amplifier is positioned away from the centre of the system.
5 m Pair
Intended for larger rooms, wider speaker placement or installations requiring a longer route around furniture and equipment.
Measure Before Ordering
Measure the complete cable route from the amplifier terminals to each loudspeaker rather than relying only on the straight-line distance.
Allow additional length for routing around equipment, furniture and speaker stands. ChordMusic is a substantial cable and should not be stretched tightly or forced through sharp bends.
High-Purity Silver-Plated Conductors
ChordMusic uses heavy-gauge, high-purity oxygen-free copper conductors with a substantial silver-plated outer surface.
Each positive and negative conductor has a cross-sectional area of 5.26 mm², equivalent to 10 AWG. The generous conductor area provides a low-resistance path between the amplifier and loudspeakers.
The conductors are arranged as a twisted pair, helping maintain a consistent relationship between the positive and negative signal paths throughout the cable.
Taylon® Phase-Stable Insulation
The insulation surrounding a conductor can affect the behaviour of a cable. Chord Company developed Taylon® for use within its most advanced cable designs.
Taylon® is designed to remain phase-stable across the temperatures normally encountered within a listening room. Chord Company considers this consistency important for preserving timing, tonal balance and musical coherence.
The material is exclusive to Chord Company and is a defining feature of the flagship ChordMusic range.
Tuned ARAY Conductor Geometry
ChordMusic was the first Chord Company speaker cable to use a Tuned ARAY conductor geometry.
The Tuned ARAY configuration is designed specifically for the electrical demands of a loudspeaker connection. It should not be confused with the Super ARAY geometry used in some ChordMusic interconnects and digital cables.
The construction requires carefully controlled assembly and termination at Chord Company's UK factory.
Individually Shielded Signal Conductors
Both the positive and negative conductors are individually shielded rather than relying on a single simple outer covering.
The shielding combines high-density silver-plated foil with dual silver-plated copper braids providing 95% coverage.
This extensive arrangement is designed to reduce the effect of high-frequency interference surrounding the cable and connected equipment.
A PTFE outer jacket protects the internal cable construction, with the two completed cable sections measuring approximately 8 mm in diameter each.
Factory-Fitted ChordOhmic Connectors
ChordMusic is built to order and supplied as a completed, factory-terminated cable set.
ChordOhmic speaker connectors are designed to provide a secure and consistent connection at the amplifier and loudspeaker terminals.
ChordOhmic 4 mm Banana Plugs
Banana plugs offer straightforward connection to compatible binding posts and are convenient when equipment is likely to be repositioned.
Check that the amplifier and loudspeakers accept standard 4 mm plugs.
ChordOhmic Spade Connectors
Spade connectors are secured beneath compatible binding posts and may suit equipment where access allows the terminal to be tightened safely.
The binding-post dimensions and available clearance should be confirmed before ordering.
Confirm Your Connections
The connector arrangement should be confirmed before the cable is ordered. Not every amplifier or loudspeaker accepts both banana plugs and spades.
Contact your local Audio T store
with the make and model of your amplifier and speakers if you are uncertain which connection is required.
Designed for Reference-Level Systems
ChordMusic is intended for systems capable of revealing relatively small changes elsewhere in the signal path.
It may be considered where the amplifier and speakers are already performing at a very high level and the existing speaker cable has become a limiting part of the system.
As with any cable change, it should not be treated as a substitute for correct loudspeaker positioning, equipment setup or suitable component matching.
A comparison in a familiar system remains the most reliable way to judge whether ChordMusic provides a worthwhile improvement.
Installation and Cable Routing
ChordMusic should be routed naturally between the amplifier and loudspeakers without tight bends, twists or tension at the terminals.
- Switch off the amplifier before connecting or disconnecting the cable
- Confirm the positive and negative connections at both ends
- Keep the left and right cable runs clearly identified
- Avoid placing heavy equipment or furniture on the cable
- Do not force the cable into a bend immediately behind a connector
- Check that all terminals are secure before switching the system on
ChordMusic has two cable sections measuring approximately 8 mm in diameter, so sufficient clearance should be allowed behind the amplifier and loudspeakers.
ChordMusic System Connections
ChordMusic includes speaker, analogue, digital, streaming, USB and power cables, allowing customers to build a consistent cable system using the same flagship range.
The
ChordMusic Streaming Cable
provides a matching RJ45 network connection for compatible music streamers and network switches.
It is not necessary to replace every cable at once. Comparing one connection at a time makes it easier to judge the effect of each change and decide where an upgrade provides the greatest benefit.
Key Features
- Flagship Chord Company speaker cable
- Designed and built to order in the UK
- Supplied as a factory-terminated stereo pair
- High-purity, heavy silver-plated oxygen-free copper conductors
- 10 AWG conductor size
- 5.26 mm² conductor cross-sectional area
- Phase-stable Taylon® insulation
- Speaker-specific Tuned ARAY conductor geometry
- Twisted-pair conductor configuration
- Individually shielded positive and negative conductors
- High-density silver-plated foil shielding
- Dual silver-plated copper-braid shielding
- 95% braid coverage
- PTFE outer jacket
- Factory-fitted ChordOhmic connectors
- Available with 4 mm banana plugs or spade connectors
- Available in 1.5 m, 2 m, 3 m and 5 m pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ChordMusic Speaker Cable sold as a pair?
Yes. Each option is a factory-terminated stereo pair containing matching left and right cable runs.
Which lengths are available from Audio T?
The selectable options are 1.5 m, 2 m, 3 m and 5 m pairs.
Which connectors are available?
ChordMusic can be factory-fitted with ChordOhmic 4 mm banana plugs or spade connectors. Confirm the required connection with Audio T before ordering.
Does ChordMusic use Super ARAY technology?
The current Chord Company specification describes the speaker cable as using Tuned ARAY conductor geometry. Other ChordMusic cable types may use different ARAY configurations.
Can I buy ChordMusic as unterminated cable?
Chord Company supplies ChordMusic Speaker Cable as a built-to-order, factory-terminated set rather than ordinary cable sold from a reel.
Will it fit behind my amplifier and speakers?
ChordMusic is a substantial cable measuring approximately 2 x 8 mm. Check that there is enough clearance for the cable and connectors to leave each component without being sharply bent.
Can Audio T help me choose the correct length?
Yes. Audio T can help assess the cable route, speaker placement and terminal requirements before the pair is ordered.
Why Buy From Audio T?
- Specialist advice on amplifier, loudspeaker and cable matching
- Help selecting the correct cable length
- Guidance on banana-plug and spade compatibility
- Factory-terminated Chord Company cable sets
- Comparisons with other Chord Company speaker cables
- In-store demonstrations available through selected Audio T stores
- Home demonstrations may be available subject to location and availability
- Help installing and checking speaker-cable connections
- Ongoing support from the UK's oldest independent specialist Hi-Fi retailer
Contact your local Audio T store
to arrange a demonstration or discuss the correct ChordMusic configuration for your amplifier and loudspeakers.