Chord Shawline X 2XLR to 2XLR

Chord ShawlineX ARAY Analogue XLR – Professional audio connection with precision

The Chord ShawlineX ARAY Analogue XLR cable is created to deliver a precise and sophisticated audio experience. With advanced technology, hand-built precision, and components of the highest quality, this cable is designed to bring out even the finest details in your music reproduction. ShawlineX ARAY is part of The Chord Company's dedication to creating cables that deliver pure, uncoloured sound.

Hand-built precision with ARAY geometry

One of the most distinctive features of the ShawlineX ARAY XLR cable is its ARAY geometry. This unique construction requires a level of precision that can only be achieved through careful hand assembly. This geometry ensures optimal signal transfer and reduces noise interference, resulting in cleaner, more dynamic sound reproduction. With three identical conductors for each connection, just like in Chord's Signature and Sarum ranges, a balanced and stable signal path is achieved, reducing distortion and loss of detail.

Top-class materials for optimal sound reproduction

ShawlineX ARAY XLR is made with silver-plated conductors insulated with XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene), providing excellent electrical properties and improved sound quality across a wide frequency range. The XLPE insulation helps minimise signal loss and preserves the clarity of the soundstage. The cable is further protected by a composite shield that guards against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI), so you can enjoy an uninterrupted listening experience.

Advanced connectors with ChorAlloy™ plating

The cables' XLR connectors are equipped with ChorAlloy™-plated contact pins, ensuring a superior connection and long-lasting durability. ChorAlloy™ is The Chord Company's own proprietary plating, offering improved resistance to corrosion and wear compared with traditional materials such as gold and silver. This ensures that the signal remains pure and uncoloured, even after many years of use.

Flexible lengths and customisation

Chord ShawlineX ARAY XLR is available in standard lengths of 0.5 and 1 metre, but can also be customised with special lengths and termination options as needed. Whatever the setup, this cable can be adapted to ensure the best performance in any system. If your equipment supports both RCA and XLR connections, it is recommended to test both formats to find the optimal solution for your particular audio system.

Part of the refined Shawline range

The Shawline range from The Chord Company is known for its balance of technological innovation and sonic sophistication. The range includes a wide selection of both analogue and digital connections, including the latest XLPE-insulated speaker cable, dedicated tonearm cables, and updated power cables. The ARAY geometry is used throughout the range, ensuring that you get the very best from your audio experience with Chord.

With Chord ShawlineX ARAY Analogue XLR, you get a cable that puts sound quality first and delivers outstanding performance.