Author Topic: Subwoofer cable (Read 35542 times)

v0elker · « **on:** Apr 29, 2003 at 06:05 PM »

was previously using my sub's high level inputs (speaker connections) to connect to my amp and recently switched to connecting my sub via its low level inputs using el cheapo rca cables...

can you kindly recommend a locally-available (where and for how much) branded subwoofer cable or stereo cable which costs around P1k?

can i also use decent component video cables for stereo (or 2x component vid cables for 6-channel analog audio)?

thanks!

rtsy · « **Reply #1 on:** May 01, 2003 at 06:21 PM »

Quote from: v0elker on Apr 29, 2003 at 06:05 PM

was previously using my sub's high level inputs (speaker connections) to connect to my amp and recently switched to connecting my sub via its low level inputs using el cheapo rca cables...

Is this in a surround or stereo system?

If this is in a stereo system, I likely to stick to high level inputs so the sonic character coming out of the amp feeding my sonic channels is the same as the ones going to the subwoofer.

If this is in a surround system, I'd use the dedicated .1 channel out via RCA jacks.

Quote from: v0elker on Apr 29, 2003 at 06:05 PM

can i also use decent component video cables for stereo (or 2x component vid cables for 6-channel analog audio)?

Possibly. Note though that video and digital cables have different design characteristics from analog interconnects. I've read that video/digital cables can be used for analog but not the other way around.

What's your objective? If it's to save cost, ask Hyperaudio to make you six runs of Ixos I/C using Pheonix connectors. Pretty decent cables for the money.

levi · « **Reply #2 on:** May 01, 2003 at 10:04 PM »

Quote from: v0elker on Apr 29, 2003 at 06:05 PM

was previously using my sub's high level inputs (speaker connections) to connect to my amp and recently switched to connecting my sub via its low level inputs using el cheapo rca cables...

can you kindly recommend a locally-available (where and for how much) branded subwoofer cable or stereo cable which costs around P1k?

can i also use decent component video cables for stereo (or 2x component vid cables for 6-channel analog audio)?

thanks!

You can go to Listening Room and they can make you a cable using Audio Pro Wires for less than 1K. You can also get this brand for 30 pesos per meter from Deeco and use Quantum RCA connectors. Another option is to use radio shack wires. Just my 1 cent

v0elker · « **Reply #3 on:** May 06, 2003 at 11:16 AM »

rtsy: are those phoenix connectors yung mukhang turbines (ano ba tawag don-yung merong diagonal grooves)? magkano po pair ng phoenix connectors? ill try to look for hyper's place next time na punta kami cash'n'carry for the weekly grocery...

levi: sir, what do those quantum rca connectors look like?

i still have a pair of 3m klotz budget speaker wires that i previously used for the high level connections to the sub... im thinking of reusing them as interconnects for the sub, i just have to get rca connectors and whip out the old n trusty soldering iron.

i also noticed a forum member selling acoustic research (performance series) cables for very reasonable prices, is this brand good?

levi · « **Reply #4 on:** May 07, 2003 at 01:15 AM »

Quantum RCA connectors are similar to IXOS.

groucho · « **Reply #5 on:** May 08, 2003 at 02:17 PM »

Quote from: levi on May 01, 2003 at 10:04 PM

and use Quantum RCA connectors.

levi, where may I be able to find Quantum RCA connectors?

v0elker · « **Reply #6 on:** May 08, 2003 at 04:12 PM »

sir levi, magkano po yang quantum, pati na rin yung ixos?

went to tech central @ mcs kaninang lunch time and meron sila na similarl-looking na rca connectors, "audio pro" yung brand. they're selling it @ P100 apiece. mahal po ba?

greatbop · « **Reply #7 on:** May 08, 2003 at 04:44 PM »

^ check the build quality nung connector. it has to feel solid.. by that price... it shoulda tleast be a cheap gold plated..

pero it should be enough for subwoofers.. you really are just wasting your money on really high end speakers cables.

levi · « **Reply #8 on:** May 08, 2003 at 11:01 PM »

Audiophile store sells Quantum connectors. You can try LIS, Sound Dimension, Arch Audio or thru Hyperaudio.

isak0411 · « **Reply #9 on:** May 13, 2003 at 05:06 AM »

Quantum RCA connectors are similar to IXOS.

av_phile · « **Reply #10 on:** May 13, 2003 at 05:04 PM »

Are there Y-RCA adapters of same quality as the Quantum RCAs?

levi · « **Reply #11 on:** May 14, 2003 at 04:24 AM »

Quote from: v0elker on May 08, 2003 at 04:12 PM

sir levi, magkano po yang quantum, pati na rin yung ixos?

went to tech central @ mcs kaninang lunch time and meron sila na similarl-looking na rca connectors, "audio pro" yung brand. they're selling it @ P100 apiece. mahal po ba?

Quantum is also selling for 100 each. Try Sound Dimension in Park Square.

Kamote-Tops · « **Reply #12 on:** Jan 28, 2004 at 06:08 AM »

BUMP!

Kamote-Tops · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 29, 2004 at 09:28 PM »

tanong lang po..

pwede ko bang gamitin ito as subwoofer cable?:

1.) RJ 6 coaxial cable -- (ito ba yung ginagagamit sa skycable...?) P20.00/meter

2.) QUANTUM RCA connectors P100 - P120/piece

Kamote-Tops · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 29, 2004 at 09:29 PM »

salamat..

afterglow · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 29, 2004 at 11:04 PM »

Quote

pwede ko bang gamitin ito as subwoofer cable?:

1.) RJ 6 coaxial cable -- (ito ba yung ginagagamit sa skycable...?) P20.00/meter

2.) QUANTUM RCA connectors P100 - P120/piece

I use RG6 coax cable and it works fine. Actually, a lot of "boutique" companies use either Canare or Belden RG6 coax as their interconnect cable....but with fancy shielding and stuff. Besides, the LFE signal does not need high end cable.....

Kamote-Tops · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 30, 2004 at 04:53 PM »

thanks for the reply afterglow.

anyone else who uses this cable as subwoofer cable?

any negative feedbacks?

thanks,
kamote-tops

doughn · « **Reply #17 on:** Feb 04, 2004 at 05:25 PM »

try bettercables silver serpent subwoofer cables

antukin · « **Reply #18 on:** Feb 05, 2004 at 01:02 PM »

Quote from: Kamote-Tops on Jan 30, 2004 at 04:53 PM

thanks for the reply afterglow.

anyone else who uses this cable as subwoofer cable?

any negative feedbacks?

thanks,
kamote-tops

i'm using beldenT RG6 with quantum RCA plugs. la namang problema, maayos naman pagkaka-solder ko. can't compare it with other brands coz i haven't tried any other cables.

p@rekuy · « **Reply #19 on:** Feb 07, 2004 at 02:42 PM »

Quote from: antukin on Feb 05, 2004 at 01:02 PM

i'm using beldenT RG6 with quantum RCA plugs. la namang problema, maayos naman pagkaka-solder ko. can't compare it with other brands coz i haven't tried any other cables.

sir, tanong ko lang kung ano ginamit mong lead sa pag-hinang mo ng RG6 with Quantum plugs, Silver Bearing Solder ba?
Kasi yung ordinary lead just slips it's braided wires when soldering it using ordinary Soldering Leads..

Dax · « **Reply #20 on:** May 12, 2004 at 03:27 PM »

Quote from: Kamote-Tops on Jan 29, 2004 at 09:28 PM

tanong lang po..

pwede ko bang gamitin ito as subwoofer cable?:

1.) RJ 6 coaxial cable -- (ito ba yung ginagagamit sa skycable...?) P20.00/meter

2.) QUANTUM RCA connectors P100 - P120/piece

oo nga po... ito rin ba un gngamit ng skycable pg ngkakabit sila ng cable... may extra kasi ako eh... balak ko gamitin para sa subs ko.... hehehe...

pde ko ba gamitin to from my dvd player to my active subwoofer? rca connection gagamitin ko...

mcbry · « **Reply #21 on:** Nov 10, 2004 at 09:41 AM »

sir,

ok din po ba ang audio pro na subwoofer cable?

thanks,

mcbry · « **Reply #22 on:** Dec 16, 2004 at 02:57 AM »

bump

odyopayl · « **Reply #23 on:** Dec 16, 2004 at 01:13 PM »

Quote from: mcbry on Nov 10, 2004 at 09:41 AM

sir,

ok din po ba ang audio pro na subwoofer cable?

thanks,

Your question is very general! What do you mean OK?
Anyway, for start try it! This will serve as your reference for your next cable upgrade. Everything depends on your system. BTW, what is your Sub?

s2kov · « **Reply #24 on:** Dec 16, 2004 at 01:59 PM »

I used RG6 cable soldered with Quantum RCA plugs, kapit na kapit using silver bearing solder!

mcbry · « **Reply #25 on:** Dec 16, 2004 at 04:39 PM »

Quote from: odyopayl on Dec 16, 2004 at 01:13 PM

Your question is very general! What do you mean OK?
Anyway, for start try it! This will serve as your reference for your next cable upgrade. Everything depends on your system. BTW, what is your Sub?

sorry sir

, let me change my question. which is better to use as subwoofer cable, audio pro or belden rg6? my sub is a cht10

odyopayl · « **Reply #26 on:** Dec 20, 2004 at 05:00 PM »

Quote from: mcbry on Dec 16, 2004 at 04:39 PM

sorry sir , let me change my question. which is better to use as subwoofer cable, audio pro or belden rg6? my sub is a cht10

I havent tried Audio Pro, but you can never be wrong with belden RG-6 cable using good RCA plugs for your SUB.

mcbry · « **Reply #27 on:** Dec 20, 2004 at 07:33 PM »

thanks for the info sir.

actually, i already have a monster rca plugs... i'm just waiting for someone who can give a good comparison between audio pro and belden rg6 cable.

odyopayl · « **Reply #28 on:** Dec 21, 2004 at 04:42 PM »

Quote from: mcbry on Dec 20, 2004 at 07:33 PM

thanks for the info sir.

actually, i already have a monster rca plugs... i'm just waiting for someone who can give a good comparison between audio pro and belden rg6 cable.

This audio Pro cable you are mentioning is the one with variety of colors? (Blue/red/yellow). Idon't know but it seems they are for microphone (75ohms). If this is the one, Belden RG6 Cable is better!

mcbry · « **Reply #29 on:** Dec 21, 2004 at 05:03 PM »

i really don't have an idea with regards to the color of audio pro... it's just that my friend have an audio pro sub cable that's already terminated... what i just want is the cable without the rca plug coz' i already have a monster rca plug...