Speaker Cable

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    GAZZ

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    I need new speaker cables they will need to be 3.5m, at the moment I am using chord Rumour (I know) it is just to long 7m. I don't want to spend much money and would prefer a neutral to slightly dark side sound from the cable. My system is Arcam fmj23, Nad s300, PMC FB1+ any help guys?
     
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    analoguekid Planet Rush

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    can you not just cut and reterminate the rumour?
     
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    Yes Anologuekid, but i thought i could use it as an excuse to the missus.
     
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    Nothing on flea-bay of interest?
     
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    MartinC Trainee tea boy

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    Good luck to you with that plan; something tells me you may need it ;) .
     
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    Lt Cdr Data om

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    perfect for a slightly rolled off top with good dynamics is the van damme from maplin, this pro audio cable has a lovely look and finish, too.
     
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    Identical to all intents and purposes to Van Damme 2.5mm blue.

    Sommer Cable Meridian SP225. I've just bought five metres for a little over £5 for use with my PC monitors. :)

    [​IMG]
     
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    LCD which one the 4mm or the 2.5mm. mosfet is the code XR72P. What plugs do you guys recommened?
     
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    No 'speaker wire looks pretty trailing arround the room so, IMO there is no need to buy expensive 'speaker cable; 2.5mm (or higher) mains house wire works wonders - try it and prepare to be surprised!
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    LiloLee Blah, Blah, Blah.........

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    If you can fit it under the carpet, then try Merlin (on eBay) or DNM, both of which is flat.
     
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    Does any of the QED (XT300 etc.) not float your boat?
     
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    My local dealer lends out sets of cables for you to try at home. Do you not have anyone local who will do the same thing?

    Mr Perceptive
     
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    Buy 50 feet of this military spec silver plated wire which gives you enough to make two sets of 3.5m speaker wires with a light twist or buy two to make a set with a tight twisted pair configuration.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=32833&item=5786954681&rd=1

    I have just wired a Tag McLaren HT system with this wire and it sounds absolutely stunning!

    $12 plus $7 shipping, an audiophile bargain!
     
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