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Speaker Wires

post #1 of 4
12/24/07 at 3:42am
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I'm ready to run my speaker wires for my sound system, I have read that 18 gauge speaker wire is fine, It seems kinda cheap, Does anyone have a comparison with sound where 18 ga vs monster cables. Any Ideas ? Thanks for your time, Have a happy holiday season.......................Dan
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post #2 of 4
12/24/07 at 6:14am

Re: Speaker Wires

First of all, forget about Monster. Good cables, terrible price. Most people recommend 12-14 gauge wiring for speakers. 14 guage is fine if your runs are not more than 30 ft. Although the battles fought over wires are long and storied, I personally feel that wire is wire and therefore went to Home Depot and got a 100 ft. spool of 14 guage zip cord for around $25. One thing is for sure, Monster is overpriced for what you get and you can get the same quality for much less at monocables.com or other such internet retailers.
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post #3 of 4
12/24/07 at 8:46am

Re: Speaker Wires

If you are planning on running wires in the walls, be sure to get wire that is in-wall (UL) rated. It isn't a fire hazard, but the insulation in regular wire does not hold up to the environment in walls.

Otherwise, I second going to a home center and getting bulk wire. They usually also have bulk "Speaker Wire" which just is more flexible, which is a nice feature.
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post #4 of 4
12/29/07 at 5:38pm
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Re: Speaker Wires

Thanks for the replies, Sounds like a great idea, Speakers are 35 feet from reciever, Thanks for the advice, Just finished the equipment closet and will soon start installing sound system, Coming along nicely, Happy New Year
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