LeylineX has been designed to bring out the best performance from today’s increasingly sophisticated yet affordably priced electronics and loudspeakers and provide consistent and reliable service in environments where cables may be non-removable.
Chord’s latest XLPE dielectric brings a huge improvement over the previous (and more commonly used) PVC. This move follows the successful introduction of Taylon® as a phase-stable insulation material in the flagship Sarum T and ChordMusic speaker cables and the subsequent roll-out of XLPE across Chord’s speaker cable ranges.
The original Leyline was always Chord’s high-performance, low-cost offering. Using a 16/2 conductor construction, Leyline was ahead of other 16/2 narrow-gauge cables from launch, thanks to tin-plated copper conductors which performed two roles: preventing oxidisation (crucial for non-removable cables where long-term performance is expected), plus improved high-frequency performance over longer runs; Leyline could deliver surprising results even over 100 m lengths.
LeylineX builds on the time-proven Leyline platform and brings the advantages of XLPE technology to a new low price point of just £5 per metre, cementing its position as the market leader in performance and value for hi-fi, home cinema and custom installations.
For installers, the cable is metre-marked and is supplied in an easy-access 152m pull-box; it comes with an EN50575 DCA-S2, D2, A1 CPR rating. It also features a rip-cord to aid stripping of the outer jacket.
Chords ChordOhmic silver-plated loudspeaker plugs are designed to bring both the electrical and sonic benefits of silver to speaker cables.
Silver-plating not only makes sense from an electrical point of view, it can give an audibly superior result during listening tests, when compared with gold plated connectors. Plugs will also benefit from a major clean, using a good contact cleaner or enhancer.
The original Chord Leyline (now LeylineX) speaker cable came into being during the first wave of home A/V set-ups. Amplifiers for all rooms were often fitted in one place. This meant long (and sometimes very long) runs of speaker cable throughout the structure. It also meant that the cable had to be discrete and affordable. There were already a lot of cheap cables available, so Chord needed to develop something better. Size restrictions meant using 16AWG conductors. Long runs meant using a twisted pair design – which suited Chord as they already used twisted pair geometry to produce speaker cables anyway.
The problem came with longer runs and a loss of high frequency detail along with space and coherence. Chord solved this by tin-plating the conductors. It wasn’t an overly bright cable and would now carry high frequency detail over longer runs.
LeylineX is a great choice for rear speakers in multi-channel systems. It can be used with pretty much whatever level of speaker cable you choose for the front speakers, with no loss of overall balance.
Established in 1984, the Chord Company has been a leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning audio and video cables in Amesbury, England. With a deep understanding of the importance of cables in audio systems, the company has dedicated itself to creating exceptional products that enhance the music and movie experience. Driven by a team of passionate individuals who are music enthusiasts, creators, movie lovers, and gamers, The Chord Company has grown steadily in both size and reputation. Headquartered near the historic Stonehenge in Wiltshire, their high-performance and value-for-money cables have gained international recognition, catering to systems and budgets of all levels. The Chord Company has evolved into a respected brand committed to delivering top-quality cables and enhancing audio experiences.
| Technical Specification | Conductor: Tinned Stranded Oxygen Free Copper |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 10 Year Warranty |
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