Monoprice Access Series 12AWG CL2 Rated 2-Conductor Speaker Wire, 100ft, White
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Is the cable shielded. I plan to run this in conduit will I get humming or interference problems?
Henry Y
on Dec 3, 2017
BEST ANSWER: No it is not shielded.
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- Antonio on Dec 3, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 16, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No it is not shielded.
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- Antonio on Dec 3, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 16, 2016
If you're using it for speaker cable; i.e., from power amp to speakers, you don't need to worry about interference because the s/n ratio is so low that it would be imperceptible no matter how good of a system you have. Running it in conduit should be fine, but I wouldn't run it in conduit WITH electrical lines.
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- New User U on Oct 21, 2019
I don’t think so... and I’ve run it through conduit without interference problems but probably depends on your specific circumstances.
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- Jason R on Dec 3, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2016
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Can I use 12 AWG wire (PID 2817) with these speakers?
CHRISTOPHER C
on Jul 10, 2018
Monoprice Access Series 12AWG CL2 Rated 2-Conductor Speaker Wire, 100ft, White
Monoprice 6.5in Weatherproof 2-Way Speakers with Wall Mount Bracket (Pair Black)
BEST ANSWER: I did. The worst thing you have to do is trim a few strands at the end when you insert them.
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- Michael K on Jul 10, 2018
Perfect. I have some leftover 12 AWG wire to use up. Thanks.
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- CHRISTOPHER C on Jul 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I did. The worst thing you have to do is trim a few strands at the end when you insert them.
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- Michael K on Jul 10, 2018
Perfect. I have some leftover 12 AWG wire to use up. Thanks.
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- CHRISTOPHER C on Jul 10, 2018
You can, but I would suggest the 14 AWG wires instead.
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- Chad R on Jul 10, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 13, 2018
I would probably go with 14 AWG, that would be more than sufficient. Hope this helps.
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- Jeff L on Jul 10, 2018
You can, but when you strip the wires use a 14 or 16 gauge setting to make it fit.
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- Rob w on Oct 19, 2019
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This speaker wire is OFC type ?
A shopper
on Sep 25, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the product description clearly states that this wire is oxygen free copper (OFC) if you bother to read it.
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- STEVE H on Sep 25, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Yes, the product description clearly states that this wire is oxygen free copper (OFC) if you bother to read it.
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- STEVE H on Sep 25, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 20, 2018
I don't know if it is OFC and don't really care. It just works great. Why waste money on OFC when you can't hear any difference? But it. It works.
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- DAVID H. on Sep 25, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 2, 2017
Yes, this speaker wire features two conductors made of high purity (greater than 99.95% pure), oxygen-free bare copper.
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- Jason B on Sep 25, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 17, 2017
Yes it is...only type I use for my sound systems.
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- Stuart C on Sep 25, 2018
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Way to strip the outer layer of insulation without compromising the inner layers?
A shopper
on Feb 25, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Best way I did it is to use sharp scissors. Open the tips slightly. You slip the lower under the housing. You can then hold the casing behind the scissors. Then just slide the scissors along the casing and it will slice the casing. Just be careful not to point the tips downwards into the wires.
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- Daniel C on Feb 25, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Best way I did it is to use sharp scissors. Open the tips slightly. You slip the lower under the housing. You can then hold the casing behind the scissors. Then just slide the scissors along the casing and it will slice the casing. Just be careful not to point the tips downwards into the wires.
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- Daniel C on Feb 25, 2020
- Purchased on Mar 5, 2019
I used a straight knife to cut the outer white cover, going in the direction of the black and red wire, actually between the two to guide the blade. Then a normal splicer tool to take covers off the speaker wire.
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- MICHAEL T. on Feb 25, 2020
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2019
Use either a zippy style letter opener or thread snip sewing scissors at the open end of the cable. Work the sharp blade of either tool and the insulated outer cover peels open effortlessly.
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- Daniel M on Feb 25, 2020
- Purchased on May 13, 2019
I just used a utility knife to split the outermost white layer.
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- Lucas M on Feb 25, 2020
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What is the strand count and diameter?
A shopper
on Feb 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Specifically for the 12AWG Access Series speaker wire. 2C overall nominal diameter is 8.1+/-0.6mm, 4 9.5+/-0.8mm. Strand Count is 165*0.16mm. Regards,
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- Manuel H Staff on Jul 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Specifically for the 12AWG Access Series speaker wire. 2C overall nominal diameter is 8.1+/-0.6mm, 4 9.5+/-0.8mm. Strand Count is 165*0.16mm. Regards,
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- Manuel H Staff on Jul 14, 2017
A lot. My eyes are not good enough to count them because they are fine, very fine. Overall it's a little stiff but I love this wire and recommend it.
Hope that helps.
Hope that helps.
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- STEVE V on Feb 27, 2017
- Purchased on May 14, 2016
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What is the diameter of the 12AWG CL2 Rated 2-Conductor and 4-conductor Speaker wire?
Sean H
on Feb 16, 2018
Monoprice Access Series 12AWG CL2 Rated 2-Conductor Speaker Wire, 100ft, White
Monoprice Access Series 12AWG CL2 Rated 4-Conductor Speaker Wire, 100ft, White
BEST ANSWER: The outside diameter of the 2 conductor is a little more than 1/4". If the cable is warm/hot, the outside jacket can get close to 3/8"
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- Steve K on Feb 16, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The outside diameter of the 2 conductor is a little more than 1/4". If the cable is warm/hot, the outside jacket can get close to 3/8"
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- Steve K on Feb 16, 2018
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2017
The 12AWG 4-Conductor is 3/8 inch diameter the 2 conductor is smaller(didn't find an exposed piece).
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- MATTHEW C on Feb 19, 2018
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What is the voltage rating of the wire?
A shopper
on Mar 19, 2018
BEST ANSWER: My understanding is that CL2 must accept a maximum voltage of 150 volts
A search for "voltage rating for speaker wire" will give you additional info
A search for "voltage rating for speaker wire" will give you additional info
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- Michael S on Mar 19, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 23, 2017
BEST ANSWER: My understanding is that CL2 must accept a maximum voltage of 150 volts
A search for "voltage rating for speaker wire" will give you additional info
A search for "voltage rating for speaker wire" will give you additional info
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- Michael S on Mar 19, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 23, 2017
Voltage is minimal (probably why ratings are not generally quoted) and totally dependent upon the amplifier power.
A 100-watt amp (per channel) will be about 30 volts RMS.
A 100-watt amp (per channel) will be about 30 volts RMS.
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- Dave N on Mar 19, 2018
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Can i use this kind of wire for installing LED lights in a shed?
A shopper
on May 31, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This is speaker wire. I am not an electrician but I strongly suggest you go to a building supply store to get electrical wire that meets building codes for your area.
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- delvinfalk on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 24, 2017
BEST ANSWER: This is speaker wire. I am not an electrician but I strongly suggest you go to a building supply store to get electrical wire that meets building codes for your area.
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- delvinfalk on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 24, 2017
I wouldn't recommend it. LED lighting should be wired just like other lighting if you care about meeting the National Electrical Code standards.
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- Raymond F on May 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 19, 2017
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what AWG wire is better for 8 ohms ?
New User U
on Jun 12, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I’m using the 12 gauge but I would say 16AWG would be fine for 8 ohms. If you have very long runs (50ft or greater) I’d go with 14 or even 12AWG.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
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- CARMINE P on Jun 12, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 15, 2017
thanks was really helpfully carmine
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- New User U on Jun 12, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I’m using the 12 gauge but I would say 16AWG would be fine for 8 ohms. If you have very long runs (50ft or greater) I’d go with 14 or even 12AWG.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
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- CARMINE P on Jun 12, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 15, 2017
thanks was really helpfully carmine
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- New User U on Jun 12, 2018
It doesn't really matter. 14AWG can be used for about any speaker with that load as long as the wire isn't longer than 50ft. 12AWG is overkill for most people but for this price why not?
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- Randy S on Jun 12, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 20, 2017
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Do you maybe have black jacketed version of this cable ?
A shopper
on Oct 25, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I never looked for the color white. My cable I put in a wall or behind the cabinet so it was not seen.
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- Delwyn W on Oct 27, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I never looked for the color white. My cable I put in a wall or behind the cabinet so it was not seen.
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- Delwyn W on Oct 27, 2019
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what is the temperature rating of the listing for this cable? I am looking for 90 deg C or greater.
A shopper
on Oct 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: 60 (sixty) degrees Centigrade according to the UL Power Limited Circuit Cable hologram label No. P 94530363 packaged with my 100 foot white pvc 2 conductor 12 AWG roll.
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- Jeffrey A on Oct 29, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: 60 (sixty) degrees Centigrade according to the UL Power Limited Circuit Cable hologram label No. P 94530363 packaged with my 100 foot white pvc 2 conductor 12 AWG roll.
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- Jeffrey A on Oct 29, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2019
Hello the wire rated Temp is 60 deg C. and is UL Rated . I hope this helps.
Monoprice Access Series 12AWG CL2 Rated 2-Conductor Speaker Wire, 100ft, White
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- Reginald E on Oct 29, 2019
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would this work for a marine environment, Mainly to install speakers on a boat?
A shopper
on May 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hi Shopper, a boat would require tinned copper wire in order to prevent corrosion. This cable is made with pure bare copper so it would not be recommended for use in a high humidity environment.
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- Manuel H Staff on Jul 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hi Shopper, a boat would require tinned copper wire in order to prevent corrosion. This cable is made with pure bare copper so it would not be recommended for use in a high humidity environment.
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- Manuel H Staff on Jul 14, 2017
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I need to run the wire outside to my speakers on the patio will this wire work when it is run across exterior wall in the sun?
A shopper
on May 29, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I wouldn't. Spend the extra on outdoor rated cabling for the length you need or run it inside conduit
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- Anthony M on May 29, 2017
- Purchased on May 31, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I wouldn't. Spend the extra on outdoor rated cabling for the length you need or run it inside conduit
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- Anthony M on May 29, 2017
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Would you recommend these speaker wires for car audio?
A shopper
on Aug 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I don't see why not. The speaker wire quality is excellent. The CL2 rating may be too much for a car, and could possibily get less expensive speaker wires for that purpose. But if you have a ton left over, I don't see why not.
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- Henry Q on Aug 10, 2017
- Purchased on Aug 20, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I don't see why not. The speaker wire quality is excellent. The CL2 rating may be too much for a car, and could possibily get less expensive speaker wires for that purpose. But if you have a ton left over, I don't see why not.
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- Henry Q on Aug 10, 2017
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I received this wire and noticed there is a very thin thread within the shielding jacket in addition to the speaker wires. What is the thin thread?
Nicholas F
on Aug 28, 2017
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Looking for speaker wires to re-wire my surround system. I have an Onkyo receiver and speakers. What size AWG is recommended? I am concerned that the wires will be too thick to plug into the speakers. Ron
Ron
on Apr 8, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
That would all depend on what distance you are travelling.
1' - 25' - 18 AWG
26' - 50' - 16 AWG
51' - 75' - 14 AWG
76' - 100' - 12 AWG
That would all depend on what distance you are travelling.
1' - 25' - 18 AWG
26' - 50' - 16 AWG
51' - 75' - 14 AWG
76' - 100' - 12 AWG
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- Tyler C Staff on Jul 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
That would all depend on what distance you are travelling.
1' - 25' - 18 AWG
26' - 50' - 16 AWG
51' - 75' - 14 AWG
76' - 100' - 12 AWG
That would all depend on what distance you are travelling.
1' - 25' - 18 AWG
26' - 50' - 16 AWG
51' - 75' - 14 AWG
76' - 100' - 12 AWG
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hello what wire AWG is better for 8 ohms speaker ?
A shopper
on Jun 12, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Speaker wire AWG is independent of coil impedance.. Larger wire has lower impedance, which makes it closer to the ideal of having no effect on the system.
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- yupyup on Jun 26, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Speaker wire AWG is independent of coil impedance.. Larger wire has lower impedance, which makes it closer to the ideal of having no effect on the system.
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- yupyup on Jun 26, 2018
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Is it UV rated?
tony d
on Jul 2, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hi Tony. I really don't know but, In my business I do know that there are not many products that can stand up to the harsh power of the sun however...….that wire is the ultimate. I have been using it for over 25 years. There is a version that has four conductor so you could run a single run to multiple speakers and that way you can pull just two wires out each speaker location. I hope that helps you.
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- Mike M on Jul 3, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Hi Tony. I really don't know but, In my business I do know that there are not many products that can stand up to the harsh power of the sun however...….that wire is the ultimate. I have been using it for over 25 years. There is a version that has four conductor so you could run a single run to multiple speakers and that way you can pull just two wires out each speaker location. I hope that helps you.
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- Mike M on Jul 3, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2018
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Got some of this wire many years ago and some just today. Seems like the new stuff is not 12AWG. The outer jacket is defiantly much thinner. Wrong wire maybe?
Richard B
on Oct 4, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You may have purchased a different cable or the outer jacket may be slimmer than the previous versions.
You may have purchased a different cable or the outer jacket may be slimmer than the previous versions.
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- Tyler C Staff on Oct 7, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
You may have purchased a different cable or the outer jacket may be slimmer than the previous versions.
You may have purchased a different cable or the outer jacket may be slimmer than the previous versions.
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- Tyler C Staff on Oct 7, 2019
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If I tin the end of this wire does it affect performance?
New User U
on Nov 13, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Assuming the work is done correctly, no.
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- Todd G on Nov 14, 2020
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Assuming the work is done correctly, no.
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- Todd G on Nov 14, 2020
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can this wire be used in a commercial building above a drop ceiling ?
A shopper
on Jun 24, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes. This wire is rated for in wall/ceiling applications.
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- Rudolph R on Jun 25, 2021
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Yes. This wire is rated for in wall/ceiling applications.
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- Rudolph R on Jun 25, 2021
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What is the two way resistance per 100 ft?
A shopper
on Oct 12, 2019
What is the resistance for Access Series 12 AWG CL2 Rated wire and the 14 AWG CL2 Rated wire?
Kenneth K
on Jan 30, 2020
What are the electrical characteristics of the 12/2 conductors: resistance, inductance, capacitance, max current/conductor?
Ivan S
on Feb 6, 2020
Hello everyone, someone can tell what is the thickness of the 12 AWG CL2 cable in mm\cm? because I want to install it through walls in tube, and I need to know the cable size to know what size of tube to buy for it.
Thanks a lot!
Thanks a lot!
A shopper
on Jul 28, 2020
I think I need a hundred ft to connect my speakers 6, how do I cut it to connect to my av receiver?
A shopper
on Nov 17, 2020
What size Techflex would fit the 12AWG best?
A shopper
on Feb 2, 2021
Does this come in a pull-box like pictured or on a reel like pictured on Amazon?
James B
on Feb 24, 2021
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These cables are nearly 100% oxygen free, ample strands of copper and adequate shielding for most applications. Properly gauge your cable to length and make sure your connections are solid. That's one important part.
Quality audio begins with how you process it. Make sure you have decent patch cables (Monoprice) from the source device, to your amp/receiver and finally, this Monoprice Access cable to deliver those delicate frequencies to your speakers. It's all about capacitance, inductance and resistance. This cable is sufficient in all categories and performs extremely well.
My bling of choice was 24K plated banana connections (Monoprice) placed at each end! Want better sound? Consider upgrading your source, processing and speakers. I use this cable on a high end 9.2 A/V system (APC/Definitive Technology/Panasonic/Yamaha)... and it sounds great!
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