Welcome to our Montaudio – Stewart SR Reference Pre-Terminated Speaker Cable Review, where we dive deep into the technical elegance and sonic authority of this flagship cable. Whether you’re running a reference-level amplifier or driving floor-standing horn speakers, the Stewart SR Reference promises to elevate every nuance of your music collection.

Design & Construction

Inspired by New Zealand’s Southern Lights, the Stewart SR Reference employs a cutting-edge symmetrical architecture with separate high/mid-frequency and low-frequency bundles. The high-mid conductors blend Monocrystalline Silver and Copper strands for crystal-clear treble and midrange articulation, while the low-frequency bundle uses Long Crystalline Oxygen-Free Copper (LC-OFC) to deliver thunderous, controlled bass. Every conductor is sheathed in a Polyethylene (PE) dielectric and air-tube insulation, minimising dielectric loss and electromagnetic interference.

All cables are pre-terminated in-house with bespoke connectors available in BFA Banana or Spade variants. The pure red copper cores are plated with 24K nickel-free gold and housed in solid walnut wood with a gold-plated brass cap—an aesthetic and functional triumph that preserves conductor crystalline integrity.

Sonic Performance

In auditioning the Stewart SR Reference Speaker Cable, we immediately noticed a dramatic uplift in clarity and dynamics. The high-mid bundle’s monocrystalline conductors serve up microdetail and spatial cues with surgical precision, while the LC-OFC bass strands tighten low-end transients without veiling or bloom.

• Imaging & Soundstage: Extraordinary depth and width, each instrument sits in its own three-dimensional space.
• Resolution: Fine textures in vocals and cymbals become vividly discernible.
• Rhythm & Pace: Unwavering timing across genres, from orchestral crescendos to electronic beats.

Who Should Consider the Stewart SR Reference?

This cable is tailored for discerning audiophiles and home cinema enthusiasts who demand reference-grade performance. If you’re driving speakers with high sensitivity or running bi-amped configurations, the precise separation of frequencies and robust conductor gauge (10 AWG) will yield impeccable results. Equally, those with high-current amplifiers will appreciate the unobstructed current delivery and heat-resistance of the PE-insulated bundles.

Pros & Cons

• Pros:
  • Reference-level clarity with monocrystalline silver/copper cores
  • Distinct high/mid and low-frequency architecture for balanced output
  • Robust PE dielectric and air-tube insulation eliminates noise
  • Luxurious walnut-wood and gold-plated brass connectors preserve crystalline structure
  • Visual flair with black/blue braided jacket and red-copper accents
• Cons:
  • Premium build comes at a premium price (justified by performance)
  • 3.0 m length is fixed—custom lengths may require direct consultation

Elevate Your System with the Stewart SR Reference

If you’re ready to experience a new benchmark in speaker-cable design, speak with our team at The Audio Tailor. Call us on 1300 308 711 or email sales@theaudiotailor.com.au. You can also learn more or secure yours online by visiting the product page today.