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Long Run From Computer to Stereo

I have Echo Layla 24/96 soundcard with analog outs. The analog outs are 1/4" outputs that are going to require a rather long run over to my stereo. That length will be approximately 35-40 feet to get it situated properly into my tube preamp. Obviously i will need to get the RCA adaptors for the preamp end. But can anyone recommend such a length of decent quality cable for such a set up? I don't expect it to be the best quality but just something decent. I don't even no where to begin looking for such an animal in 1/4" runs of that length.
Right now i am running guitar cables(which sound decent) to my studio monitors but they are only 20' long and i don't know of any cords longer then that in music stores?
Thanks!
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blindjim
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I'll second Hi5harry thoughts. It'll be way chaeaper and I suspect better in the end.... IF that is not doable, contact Audio Art cables. I'm sure there are others making good inexpensive cables, but I've some exp with AA. Mr. Fritz will give you the straight scoop on his cables in that application.
blindjim
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A heavy duty extension cord, like a #14 AWG, coming from elsewhere can give you the relief you seek from added draw on the current systems power lines. I use a couple here and there for my PC & pc peripherals.... also for the Synergistic cabling I use. A PS Audio UPC 200 supplies all that stuff, feeding other power strips, BTW... I see they're not expensive any longer... about $200.... a Duet though would be a better pick at that price tag however IMO.

... as shortening signal cables is always a good idea... and extension cords cost what? $6?

Hell, at that price try a few... I've found some can be additive to the sound! They come in colors too! I like the flat white 14 AWG from HD & the beige 12 AWG from WalMart.
blindjim
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If indeed there is some shortfall, I would suspect it might be in terms of voltaage drop. Depending upon the output of the audio sending device. mONARCHY aUDIO MAKES A DIP. (?)

This unit increases the voltage output to around 5vac up from the nominal 2+ many sources output. it has digital outs and ins.

I recall one person who said they got one for just such an instace... a very long cable run under similar circumstances. It worked quite well for them. Just a thought to consider.
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