The Chord VEE plug uses a unique ABS enclosure to surround a low mass gold or silver-plated centre pin and signal return. A special non-compression cable clamp is also employed. The VEE plug has a profound effect on the performance of all the cables it is fitted to. Detail and definition are enhanced and pace, rhythm and timing improved.
Cobra has been part of the Chord Company range for over twenty years and CobraPlus represents its fourth revision. Cobra 3 (the cable that CobraPlus replaces) has been one of The Chord Company's most popular cables, so the decision to revise this was not taken lightly. However, during the development of Chord Company high end cables some fundamental lessons about shielding have were learned. Applying these principles to the CobraPlus has produced an extraordinary increase in performance.
The twisted pair configuration, pseudo balanced, oxygen free copper conductors used on Cobra 3 remain in place, as does the low-density polyethylene insulation. Mechanical damping however changes and four runs of twisted cotton now run alongside the conductors to help damp unwanted vibrations. The major changes take place at the point of applying the shielding. The density of the woven braid used on the Cobra 3 has been improved. This is then surrounded by a heavy gauge foil shield. Although The Chord Company has used foil shields for many years, the improvements in performance to be gained by increasing the gauge of the foil are very impressive. When compared to the original Cobra 3, the new CobraPlus is capable of bringing a markedly more neutral and detailed sound to the system to which it is fitted. Dynamics (particularly micro-dynamics) are also easier to hear, so rhythms are more clearly stated and complex music is simpler to follow.
Use it with:
The obvious choice of speaker cable for use with CobraPlus is our award winning Carnival SilverScreen. Both cables employ extremely effective high frequency shields and both use high quality oxygen free copper in combination with low density polyethylene insulation. The two cables used together can really lift the performance of any Hi Fi or home cinema system, improving detail levels, dynamics and helping to produce a really involving musical experience.
At this point it would also be worth experimenting with mains cables. With CobraPlus and Carnival SilverScreen in place try introducing a Chord SuperScreen mains cable to the source component. The SuperScreen mains cable uses the same shielding as the Carnival SilverScreen speaker cable and can improve levels of detail and dynamics still further.
Terminations:
The CobraPlus is available fitted with gold-plated Chord VEE RCA plugs, Din plugs, Neutrik XLR balanced plugs with silver-plated contact areas and ¼ inch mono or stereo jack plugs. CobraPlus can also be terminated with other connectors. If you have a specific requirement, please contact us.
Length:
The CobraPlus is available in 0.5 and 1 metre lengths. Custom lengths are available to order. We do not recommend the use of Din cables in lengths shorter than 1 metre for reasons of sound quality.
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Cable Information
Oxygen Free Copper
Green
Delivery Options;
Custom Cable use Royal Mail First Class delivery on all items below 2.0kg and are normally delivered to mainland UK within 2 days, however channel islands may take up to 3 days. We endeavor to dispatch on the same day , subject to stock availability and configuration of cable required. Delivery may be delayed if the order is a special order or has specific requirements.
For items that you require urgent delivery on, then you can select Royal Mail Special Delivery which aims to reach you the next day (excluding UK offshore and the Highlands of Scotland) A signature will be required on delivery when using Royal Mail Special Delivery.
Weight
Price
0g - 400g
£1.00
401g - 900g
£2.95
901g - 1.5kgs
£4.95
1.501kgs - 2kgs
£9.95
For all of our orders over 2.0kg we use Parcel Force express24 which is a guaranteed next day service to zones 1 and 3 and guaranteed within 3 working days to zone 2. If you wish to see what zone you are listed in please click here.
Weight
Price
2.0kgs - 5.0kgs
£17.50
5.001kgs - 10.0kgs
£24.50
10.001kgs - 15.0kgs
£28.50
15.001kgs - 20.0kgs
£31.50
20.001kgs - 30.0kgs
£41.50
Over 30kgs
Contact Us for a quote
International Delivery Service and VAT;
Custom Cable will use Royal Mail International Signed For worldwide for all items less than 2.0kgs. Items more than 2.0kgs are sent using Parcel Force Worldwide. For countries in the EU delivery times are estimated between 3-7 working days and slightly longer for all countries outside of the EU.
Customers in certain countries are also able to choose Royal Mail International Airsure. Airsure® is generally a day faster than standard Airmail and can be tracked online. Which means the aim is:
2 working days after posting to Western Europe
4 working days after posting to Eastern Europe and postal subsidiaries (Islands and Principalities)
6 working days after posting to the rest of the world
The above standards are monitored by the independent and impartial International Post Corporation to ensure reliable and consistent delivery, which is why Airsure® is only available to selected countries.
Please note that Airsure® is an upmarket mail, not a courier service. This means we cannot provide a guaranteed or certain delivery time, nor can we offer compensation for delays or missing Track & Trace information.
Prices for International Delivery are available at checkout and are specific for the delivery destination, please see here after adding your product to your cart.
VAT Free Countries
All EU member states will be subject to 20.0% VAT and countries outside of the EU will need to enter coupon code "VATFREE" at checkout to have the TAX deducted from the total amount ordered.
Tuesday, 6 April 2010, 05:56 PM
"The Chord Company CobraPlus makes for a very affordable upgrade on any hifi system. The copper content means that it's a warm cable with plenty of detail and manages to hold a very good soundstage."
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