Fractal Interconnect
'Townshend F1 Fractal Interconnects: The Art of Sonic Transparency
The Townshend F1 Fractal Interconnects represent the pinnacle of audio cable design, engineered for audiophiles seeking uncompromised sound quality. Handcrafted with Townshend Audio’s proprietary Fractal-Wire™ treated copper conductors, these interconnects deliver exceptional transparency, revealing intricate details in music without coloration. Their unique construction—featuring thin, polyester-coated enameled copper spiraled around a bare copper ground—minimizes external electric fields, eliminates hum in valve amplifiers, and blocks radio frequency interference (RFI). Available with Neutrik Profi RCA or XLR connectors, the F1 Fractal Interconnects offer a vast soundstage, precise instrument placement, and a balanced frequency response, from deep bass to sparkling treble. Praised for their neutrality, these cables are a flagship solution for high-end audio systems, backed by Townshend’s 28-day trial and 12-month warranty.
System Integration
To maximize the performance of Townshend F1 Fractal Interconnects, integrate them into a well-optimized, high-end audio system where their transparency can shine. Connect the cables between components like a preamplifier (ideally Townshend’s Allegri Reference) and power amplifier or DAC, ensuring secure connections with their Neutrik RCA or XLR plugs. Their non-directional design simplifies installation, and their RFI-blocking construction reduces the need to separate them from power cables. For optimal synergy, pair with Townshend F1 Fractal Speaker Cables and ensure your system’s components are balanced, as the cables’ neutrality will expose any flaws. While no extensive break-in is required, a short conditioning period (e.g., 48 hours) may enhance performance. Regularly check connections for cleanliness and consider Townshend’s trial to test compatibility, adjusting tubes or sources if needed to match the cables’ revealing nature.
Specifications
Hand made for audio nirvana
The F1 Fractal has a ‘dark’ quality that lets you hear into the soundstage… Bass sounds robust and extended, treble pin-sharp and sparkling but never too hot.
This is as good as it gets… It doesn’t leave any footprint and makes my music sound as real as it did in these tests.
Some time back I started migrating the system from Siltech New York analogue interconnects to Townshend Isolda DCT 300 cables, having been impressed by the extension and clarity they give as well as their neutrality… The F1 Fractal takes this to another level, offering even greater transparency and a complete lack of coloration. They’re not cheap, but they’re worth it for a system that can handle their revealing nature.
When I brought the cables back to the listening room the transparency was immediately obvious and to a game changing degree that I have never encountered with cables… It really is like upgrading to an amplifier of twice the capability and price, or perhaps like the change from a Class A/B amp to a Class A, there is simply more information, a heck of a lot more.
found them to be a worthwhile upgrade. All my i/c are fractals now and I am very pleased with the results. Not inclined to change any.
The interconnects are extremely exotic looking and terminated in excellent shielded push-on connectors. Featuring air dielectric, they are even cryo’ed! They are neutral, open, and superbly detailed. Without a doubt, if you own an Allegri+, you’ll want these, at the very least, connecting it to your amplifier for the purest clarity possible.
These are at the very top of the interconnect tree
Laced between my Oppo BDP-105D player/DAC and Krell S-1500 amp, these new Fractal interconnects encouraged a genuinely smooth, detailed and liquid-sounding performance… The F1 Fractal has a ‘dark’ quality that lets you hear into the soundstage, walk around the musicians and oh-so-easily tease apart the threads of their mix.
The F1 is not just close, it is not just a little better. The F1 is a whole hell of a lot better! By the time it had 20 hours it was so liquid smooth and detailed it is hard to believe
The Fractal F1 Interconnect is pure magic! Suddenly my music is clearer, faster and with a greater depth of soundstage, and extension of low and high frequencies. I didn’t think it could get this good. Thank you Townshend!
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On the heels of the ridiculously superb (passive) Allegri+ preamplifier, with its secret sauce…fractal wire…comes the introduction to America of Townshend F1 Fractal Interconnects. The interconnects are extremely exotic looking and terminated in excellent shielded push-on connectors. Featuring air dielectric, they are even cryo’ed! They are neutral, open, and superbly detailed. Without a doubt, if you own an Allegri+, you’ll want these, at the very least, connecting it to your amplifier for the purest clarity possible.
Robert H Levi- Positve Feedback
I rarely get excited at interconnect, speaker or mains cables. There can be such differences in them. But to find one that just doesn’t leave any footprint and makes my music sound as real as it did in these tests, is something I really want to shout out about. This is as good as it gets.
Janine Elliot- HiFi Pig
Laced between my Oppo BDP-105D player/DAC and Krell S-1500 amp, these new Fractal interconnects encouraged a genuinely smooth, detailed and liquid-sounding performance… The F1 Fractal has a ‘dark’ quality that lets you hear into the soundstage, walk around the musicians and oh-so-easily tease apart the threads of their mix. Bass sounds robust and extended, treble pin-sharp and sparkling but never too hot or fierce… This is a cracking set of cables.
Awarded HiFi News Editor’s Choice
Paul Miller- HiFi NEWS
The cable sounds deliciously smooth and detailed, promoting the kind of easy-listening, inky-black backgrounds typically associated with the best audio systems. Go on, treat yourself!”
Audiogon Forum
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F1 Fractal Interconnect Cable
£925.00 – £3,253.00
Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Interconnect – Crystal-Clear Connection
Experience pure sound with the Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Interconnect (£771+ RCA, £824+ XLR). Handmade in the UK, it features Fractal-Wire™ treated copper for unmatched transparency, Neutrik RCA or XLR plugs, and an air-dielectric design. Enjoy deeper bass, wider soundstages, and stunning clarity. Add to Cart for audio perfection!
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Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Interconnect – The Pinnacle of Audio Transparency
Step into a world of uncompromised sound with the Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Interconnect (starting at £771 for RCA, £824 for XLR). Handmade in the UK by the visionary engineers at Townshend Audio, this isn’t just a cable—it’s a breakthrough in high-fidelity audio engineering, designed to deliver music with a purity and clarity that redefines what’s possible. Priced for the discerning listener who demands the ultimate in transparency, the F1 Fractal Interconnect is the crown jewel of Townshend’s 40-year legacy, promising a connection so true you’ll hear your system as if for the first time.
The Fractal-Wire™ Difference
At the core of the F1 Fractal Interconnect lies Townshend’s proprietary Fractal-Wire™ treatment, a revolutionary process that elevates this cable far beyond its predecessors. Building on the success of their acclaimed Isolda EDCT (Enhanced Deep Cryogenic Treatment), Townshend spent years perfecting this secret technique, blending it with Enhanced DCT to create a conductor that’s astonishingly silent and pure. Unlike standard copper or silver wires, Fractal-Wire™ strips away coloration and distortion, offering a level of transparency that’s unmatched in the industry. The details of this process remain a closely guarded secret, but the proof is in the listening—until you’ve experienced Fractal-Wire™, you haven’t heard a truly neutral cable.
Handcrafted Precision for Sonic Perfection
Every F1 Fractal Interconnect is meticulously assembled by hand, because only human precision can achieve the minimal contact with insulation that this design demands. The signal flows through an ultra-thin, polyester-coated enameled copper wire, spiraled tightly around a thicker bare copper ground. This close-knit geometry eliminates external electric fields, banishing hum in valve amplifiers and blocking radio frequency interference (RFI) with ruthless efficiency. Encased in a lightweight, flexible translucent tube with an air dielectric, the conductors are suspended in near-perfect isolation, ensuring your music remains untouched by the cable itself. Terminated with industry-leading Neutrik Profi RCA plugs (featuring spring-loaded ground collars) or Neutrik XLR plugs for balanced setups, the F1 delivers a connection that’s as reliable as it is revelatory.
A Sonic Revelation
Plug in the F1 Fractal Interconnect, and prepare for a transformation. Audiophiles rave about its ability to widen the soundstage, deepen the bass, and unveil details lost to lesser cables. The sound is fast, clear, and liquid—offering a “dark” quality that lets you peer into the recording, walking among the musicians with uncanny precision. Bass extends with robust authority, treble sparkles without harshness, and the midrange blooms with lifelike texture. Whether connecting your DAC to your amp or linking your preamp to your power stage, this interconnect reveals the soul of your system, exposing every nuance without adding or subtracting a thing. Pair it with Townshend’s Allegri+ preamp or Fractal F1 speaker cables for a synergy that’s pure magic.
Built for the Elite, Priced for the Passionate
The F1 Fractal Interconnect isn’t for everyone—it’s for those who chase the pinnacle of audio fidelity. Available in lengths from 1m to 5m (custom options on request), it caters to setups of any scale. The RCA version starts at £771, while the balanced XLR, with its dual Fractal-treated strands and drain wire, begins at £824—remarkable value for a cable that outperforms competitors costing twice as much. Reviewers call it “a superstar” and “the final frontier in connectivity,” and customers echo the sentiment: “I didn’t think it could get this good” (Janine, UK). With a 5-year warranty backing its UK craftsmanship, this is an investment in sound you can trust.
Key Specifications:
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Conductor: Fractal-Wire™ treated, polyester-coated copper with bare copper ground.
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Dielectric: Air, minimal-contact design.
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Termination: Neutrik Profi RCA or Neutrik XLR.
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Inductance: 0.24µH | Capacitance: 90pF | Resistance: 2.2Ω.
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Lengths: 1m, 1.5m, 2m, 3m, 4m, 5m (custom available).
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Applications: Source-to-amp, preamp-to-power, or anywhere transparency matters.
Why Choose the F1 Fractal Interconnect?
The Townshend Audio F1 Fractal Interconnect is more than a cable—it’s a gateway to your music’s true potential. Handcrafted with cutting-edge Fractal-Wire™ technology, it delivers a silent, uncolored path that lets your components shine. At £771 and up, it’s a steal for the clarity and depth it brings, rivaling the best in high-end audio. Whether you’re an audiophile seeking the last word in accuracy or a music lover craving a deeper connection, this interconnect will redefine your system.
Add to Cart now and hear what you’ve been missing. Your music deserves nothing less than Fractal perfection.
Additional information
| length | 1 to 1.5m, 1.5 to 2m, 2 to 3m, 3 to 4m, 4 to 5m, 5 to 6m, Up to 1m |
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| Type | Phono to phono, XLR to XLR balanced |
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