AudioQuest Chicago Interconnect Cable

The Chicago cable uses solid long-grain copper conductors to prevent strand interaction, which is a common source of distortion in standard stranded cables. This design results in a cleaner, more accurate signal transfer from your source to your amplifier.

Yes. The conductors inside this cable are direction-controlled to help drain radio-frequency noise away from the audio signal. Look for the arrows printed on the cable jacket to ensure you are connecting them in the correct direction from source to component.

Solder can often act as a weak point in the signal path, potentially introducing distortion or resistance. By using cold-welded, gold-plated terminations, AudioQuest creates a direct, high-pressure connection that maintains the integrity of the signal without adding impurities.

Double-balanced geometry separates the ground and shield paths within the cable. This separation allows the ground to act as a dedicated return path rather than a shield, which significantly reduces the noise floor and results in a quieter, more detailed background.

Yes, this shielding system is specifically designed to block radio-frequency interference (RFI) from devices like Wi-Fi routers and smartphones. It effectively prevents that interference from bleeding into your audio signal, ensuring a cleaner sound even in busy home environments.