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Here we have a pair of the classic transparent reference with xl technology speaker cables in great condition and a full 20 feet (6 metres) in length. Spade terminations at both ends. Come with original packaging and paperwork.

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This is fairly priced, just under the market midpoint: at £2,495, it sits a touch below the £2,516 median of the recent GBP comparables, and well inside the normal used band between £1,508 and £2,750. That makes it a sensible ask rather than a bargain-hunt price, but not ambitious.

The appeal here is the usual Transparent Audio draw: a reference-grade passive piece with a reputation for low coloration, strong dynamics, and very revealing system matching. If the unit is genuinely clean and complete, this is the sort of buy that can anchor a serious system for years; at this level, condition and included accessories matter more than chasing a lower sticker.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Transparent Audio

Transparent Audio was founded in 1980 in Saco, Maine, by audio enthusiasts Jack Sumner, Karen Sumner, and Carl Smith, who initially distributed high-end products like the Norwegian Electrocompaniet amplifiers and the iconic Well Tempered Turntable. Evolving from distribution, the company entered manufacturing in the mid-1980s, first with MIT cables before launching its own innovative line in 1993. This heritage of passion-driven innovation has defined Transparent as a pioneer in audio connectivity, with breakthroughs like patented network technology, unique cable geometries, and system-specific calibration introduced in the 1990s.

The brand focuses exclusively on premium cables and related components, including interconnects, loudspeaker cables, digital audio cables, HDMI cables, AC power cords, and power conditioners. Transparent eschews amplifiers, speakers, turntables, DACs, or headphones, concentrating instead on transmission solutions that minimize signal distortion and maximize sonic transparency. Their Reference line, debuted in 1994, established this niche, bolstered by ongoing refinements and an owner-friendly upgrade program.

Positioned firmly in the high-end audiophile market, Transparent commands respect among discerning buyers and professionals for delivering pristine, nuanced sound reproduction in world-class systems. Decades of awards, relentless R&D, and a reputation for pushing cable technology boundaries cement its status as a leader, where cables are treated as equals to components themselves.

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