Features
Precision cast silver-plated signal conductors
Primary and secondary silver-plated signal return paths
Silver-plated high frequency effective combined shielding system
Internal and external Teflon™ insulation
Ultra low mass silver-plated non compression RCA plugs
Unique vibration damping acrylic plug casing
Floating shielding system technical info
Single material signal path
The most striking feature of the Chord Signature Plus is the unique vibration damping, precision machined acrylic plug surrounds. These were first used on the Chord Indigo cable. That something seemingly simple as a plug surround can have such a profound effect on the overall performance of the cable it is fitted to is genuinely surprising. By damping vibration and resonance the acrylic plug surround increases the perceived noise floor of the system it is fitted to. The Signature Plus is built using the same conductors and shielding system as the Chord Signet. Simply fitting the acrylic plug surrounds improves performance in all areas but there is another change that is just as important. The Signature Plus (like the Indigo Plus) employs a third length of silver-plated, Teflon™ insulated wire. This is used to form a secondary signal return path.
The secondary return path fitted to the Signature Plus brings very obvious and striking improvements to timing, dynamics and sound stage. Rhythms become far more obvious and easy to understand, as do the subtle timbral differences that define the different tonal signatures of acoustic guitars. Voices are far more believable and realistic. Most of the improvements listed above are concerned with the involvement and enjoyment of music. The secondary return path and the acrylic plugs also contribute to the high fidelity aspect of a system. Sound stage, instrument separation and depth of image all take a big step forward.
The wiring configuration of the Signature Plus is closely based on the configuration originally used on the Chord Signature RCA. This gives owners of the original Chord Signature an opportunity to upgrade their existing cable.
Signature can be returned to the Chord factory and be upgraded to Signature Plus specification. This involves new plugs, new contact pins, the addition of the secondary return path and of course the vibration damping acrylic plug surrounds. Rather than having to purchase a whole new cable you can simply upgrade your existing one. The cost, combined with the performance improvements, makes upgrading a Signature or Signet to Signature Plus a genuine bargain.
Terminations:
The Signature Plus is available fitted with low mass, non compression, silver-plated RCA plugs and vibration damping acrylic plug surrounds. The construction of the Signature Plus means that we are unable to offer this cable with other terminations.
Lengths:
The Signature Plus is available in 1 metre lengths. For reasons of sound quality we do not recommend lengths shorter than 1 metre.
