DIY Spekon Cable For Rel


I’m looking to make a pair of speakon cables for my Rel subs. I could really use some advice on what would be good choices for this type application. The cable hooks to the amp outputs but from what I understand is just carrying low level signals. I am not sure if a shielded cable would be ideal or just a twisted pair of high quality wire. I run them as a stereo pair so only need two wires and 8-10ft long. I’m not looking to spend a lot maybe $100-200 but less would be better. I have 50ft of 12awg silver plated PTFE ofc that I’ve debated using. Just seems excessive for the application I suppose. I believe the stock cable Rel provides is only 24awg. Anyways would love any thoughts or opinions on the matter. I really don’t have a lot of knowledge when it comes to cabling. Thanks!

brylandgoodman

lanx0003,

I am actually using JL F-113 subs. I am using an ISO Max transformer to convert the high impedance to a low level XLR input that the JL subs can use since it has no direct speakon connection.

So, perhaps that is why the speaker cable that is used matters, but I dunno, Rel must be doing the same conversion internally. But interesting read.

ozzy

Don't take any of our opinions as the absolute truth, simple to find out for yourself if cables make a difference. One should question why REL themselves offers a cable upgrade, are they selling snake oil?

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