Clearer Audio Copper-Line Alpha One (mains) review

The Copper-line Alpha One is a fine budget mains cable from Clearer Audio, and yes, this one really does make a difference Tested at £25

What Hi-Fi? Verdict

An affordable upgrade that gives a boost to sound and picture quality

Pros

  • +

    Greater clarity and detail with music

  • +

    improved image clarity

Cons

  • -

    None at this price level

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Part of a new budget range and retailing at a wallet-friendly £25, Clearer Audio’s Copper-line Alpha One mains cable follows in the footsteps of its more expensive Alpha branded siblings in both styling and performance.

In use, we found the Copper-line Alpha One collaborated with our system helping it gain dynamics and flair where needed.

Bass gains both clarity and depth here, while we found that detailing was improved too.

At this price there’s very little not to like, and those with kit under the £500 bracket are recommended to seek out this small but potent upgrade.

In use, we found the Copper-line Alpha One collaborated with our system helping it gain dynamics and flair where needed.

Bass gains both clarity and depth here, while we found that detailing was improved too.

At this price there’s very little not to like, and those with kit under the £500 bracket are recommended to seek out this small but potent upgrade.

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