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Speaker cables of the year 2018 Townshend F1 Fractal

“Townshend Audio has long been the company that never does it the way you expected, but always does it right. There’s a deliciously left-field approach to Townshend Audio’s design criteria that sweeps aside convention and makes something at once different and brilliant.

So it is with F1 Fractal, the latest in a long line of ‘break the rules’ loudspeaker cables.

Townshend mathematically calculated the optimum relationship between inductance and capacitance, for lowest distortion, caused by reflections in the cable. The result is fractal wire, which uses two closely spaced, ‘Fractally-treated’ pure copper strip conductors that are now insulated with ultra-thin PTFE, encased in synthetic rubber, and clamped within a strong, flexible conduit trimmed with woven polyester braid.

The ends of the cable are terminated in a metal enclosure containing an RLC network to prevent unstable amplifiers from oscillating, to reduce distortion, and to act as an RF filter. According to our review, “the bass is really tight, precisely formed, so the attack of the double bass section is absolutely clear and keeps time very well.

I am not aware of any colouration in the mid-band or top, meaning the F1’s yield an airy sound packed with detail.” Our reviewer concluded that “The lack of reflection in the cables, I think gives a clue to their greatest strength, which is the ability accurately to portray lifelike 3D space in a way that I have rarely heard from a speaker cable.”

Reviewed in Issue 157″

HI-FI+ Issue 166

[download pdf of full review Hi-Fi+ 157]

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Why Choose Isolda Speaker Cables?


Most speaker cables in the audio industry overlook the science of transmission line theory, resulting in micro-reflections that smear and veil the purity of sound. These reflections bounce between the source and speaker, muddying the music you love. The Isolda DCT Speaker Cable eliminates this issue through its unique geometry, closely matching the impedance of your amplifier and speakers. The result? A crystal-clear soundstage, lifelike 3d imaging, and seismic bass that transforms your listening experience.

Engineered for Audiophile Perfection

Crafted by hand in small batches, Townshend Isolda cables feature closely spaced, insulated flat copper conductors encased in a polyester braid sheath. This design makes them virtually immune to Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), ensuring a silent background that lets every note shine. Whether you’re listening to intricate classical compositions or powerful rock anthems, the Isolda delivers sound so natural, it feels like the artist is in the room.

Pure, Uncolored Sound

 

The Isolda DCT’s impedance-matched design (8 ohms) eliminates signal reflections, delivering music exactly as recorded. The Ear praises it as “one of the best speaker cables money can buy” for its neutral, fatigue-free sound.

Seismic Bass Power

Closely spaced EDCT copper ribbons produce deep, articulate bass with unrivaled solidity. townshendcable.com highlights “bass with a power that is truly seismic,” making every low note punchy and precise.

Stunning 3D Imaging

he cable’s low-inductance geometry creates a holographic soundstage, placing instruments with pinpoint accuracy. 6 Moons notes it “can convey a huge and realistic soundstage,” immersing you in the music.

 

 

 

Silent Backgrounds

 

Virtually immune to RFI due to its flat, closely spaced conductors, the Isolda DCT ensures pitch-black backgrounds.
 
With genuinely silent backgrounds,” letting subtle details shine.
 
 

Perfect Impedance Matching

With an 8-ohm impedance matching typical speakers, the Isolda DCT prevents distortion from mismatched cables. townshendcable.com explains this preserves square waves, ensuring “no ringing or distortion.”
 
 

Unequal Lengths, Same Sound

Unlike other cables, Isolda DCT Speaker Cables perform flawlessly even in unequal lengths. Thanks to their advanced impedance-matching technology, the sound from each speaker remains identical, regardless of cable length. This flexibility makes them ideal for any audio setup, from compact home systems to sprawling high-end rigs.

Explosive, Precise Dynamics

 

EDCT-treated conductors deliver lightning-fast transients and vast dynamics for thrilling playback. Every note snaps with energy from whispers to orchestral peaks, as HiFi Pig praises its “bass clarity and space,” emphasising high-current handling, ideal for dynamic genres like rock or classical. The Isolda DCT brings music to life with unmatched precision and power.
 

Natural, Fatigue-Free Sound

We’ve engineered the Isolda DCT for a relaxed, natural sound, free from harshness or edge. Impedance matching and RFI immunity ensure effortless music flow, perfect for vocals or acoustics, and one astute audiophile’s tale of his relief from “Alice-in-Wonderland” cable woes. Enjoy hours of fatigue-free listening with emotional depth and clarity.

Unleash Your Music’s True Potential

 The Townshend Isolda DCT Speaker Cable is your key to audiophile bliss.

 Transform your hi-fi into a sonic masterpiece. Don’t just listen—experience music with seismic power, stunning clarity, and soul-stirring emotion today.