The cable don’t need to be plenum you can put a run of 1.25’’ corrugated plenum innterduct and run any cable in it
Looking for a plenum-rated balanced cable that won't require a second mortgage
Am currently building a new house, and the architecture will dictate about a 10m run between the preamp location and the amp/speaker location. Cables will need to run under the floor through the floor joists, so to meet code, they must be plenum-rated. Looking to run balanced cables with Neutric XLR connections at either end to in-floor AV boxes. Any recommendations for a good-sounding cable that doesn't cost a fortune? Could be bulk cable and I'll terminate myself, or could be supplied with terminations. Would like to keep the cost under $1000 all-in, and less if possible. Thanks!
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https://www.redco.com/Carol-E2102S-Plenum-Rated-Balanced-Install-Cable.html Make sure your gear supports the balanced standard, else this **might** sound pretty dreadful. |
gdnrbob, Thanks for the info, that makes a lot of sense. I assume I can reach Ralph thru the Atmosphere website? |
The first thing I would make sure of is that the equipment you are using supports the AES 48 standard. If so, then any cable with 'plenum-rated' casing should be as good as any other. If you don't believe me, ask/PM Ralph Karsten (Atmasphere). The whole point of the balanced standard is to make the cable irrelevant. Ralph sold me my 10m interconnect, I am sure he can recommend something for you. Bob |
I've been using DH Labs Pro Studio bulk interconnect. I needed a 5m balanced connection between my preamp and poweramp, and this works well and sounds great. $11/ft, but they'll email you a discount code for 10% off. I'm not sure if it is plenum rated though. https://silversonic.com/products/bulk-wire-and-cable/bulk-interconnect-cable/pro-studio-audio-interconnect-cable/ |