Crystal Cable & Wilson Benesch: Turntable Innovation Unveiled at High End Munich 2025

At Crystal Cable, we are delighted to announce an exclusive collaboration with Wilson Benesch, the celebrated British manufacturer of high-end loudspeakers and analogue systems. This partnership brings together two audio pioneers, resulting in a unique upgrade for Wilson Benesch’s acclaimed GMT® Analogue Collection: the STAGE One X Crystal Cable Art Series Module.

A Landmark Unveiling at High End Munich

During High End Munich 2025, Crystal Cable and Wilson Benesch jointly introduced the STAGE One X Crystal Cable Art Series Module—a structural and sonic upgrade for the GMT® One and Prime Meridian turntable systems. This module features our Van Gogh phono interconnect from the Art Series, directly integrated into the tonearm system. By eliminating conventional socket interfaces, we ensure the signal path remains as pure as possible at its most critical point.

The Crystal Cable Van Gogh: Artistry Meets Engineering

Our Van Gogh phono interconnect, named after the legendary artist, stands at the pinnacle of our Art Series. Crafted with Infinite Crystal Silver (iCS) conductors—our proprietary monocrystalline silver for the highest purity and conductivity—it is insulated with Kapton and PTFE for exceptional electrical performance and long-term stability. Coaxial shielding guarantees uncompromised purity, resolution, and control. The result is a phono cable that delivers every microdynamic and nuance with stunning clarity, available in both RCA and XLR configurations.

Shared Philosophy: Performance-First, Music-Driven

At Crystal Cable, we believe that true musical fidelity starts with the integrity of the signal path. Our collaboration with Wilson Benesch is rooted in a shared philosophy: every detail, from material choice to mechanical integration, must serve the ultimate goal of authentic sound reproduction. By integrating the Van Gogh phono cable directly into the tonearm, we eliminate potential sources of signal loss and interference, preserving the music exactly as the artist intended.

Design Innovation: The STAGE One Advantage

The innovative “over-arm” STAGE One design allows the tonearm wire to be terminated into a copper-shielded structure positioned less than an inch from the end of the GRAVITON® Ti Armwand. This minimizes exposure to radio frequency interference (RFI) and removes mechanical forces from the wire, enhancing both mechanical isolation and signal integrity. The direct connection from tonearm to phono interconnect, without traditional socket interfaces, exemplifies our commitment to uncompromised performance.

Performance Benefits: Hear Every Detail

With the STAGE One X Crystal Cable Art Series Module, listeners can expect:

Maximum signal integrity and purity
Enhanced resolution and microdynamic detail
Improved mechanical isolation for precise tracking
A more natural and immersive soundstage

Experience The Collaboration

The STAGE One X Crystal Cable Art Series Module was demonstrated for the first time at High End Munich 2025, with Crystal Cable providing the complete wiring loom for the Wilson Benesch demonstration system. Following this successful debut, both companies will exhibit together at the Shanghai International Audio Show in July.