Quality 1 meter RCA Interconnects under $100?

Looking to now upgrade my interconnect cables a bit after finally piecing together a basic system. Cannot afford more than this right now. I have one pair of the Blue Jeans, a pair of Walter’s silver series, and need a 3rd pair now. I have been seeing many "suppliers" out there. Morrow (maybe level 2 or 3 series w/ their basic RCA?), Audioquest, Blue Jeans, more of Walter’s, etc.

Questions:
Should I ideally be using all the same interconnects?
Any recommendations on brands, models & type of cable e.g. Belden, Mogami, etc?
I am open to used cables, quality "DIYers", etc. if you all have any contact info.
Trust any of the "DIYers" on ebay?

I would greatly appreciate any recommendations/advice! I’d like to keep a pair of 1 meter under $100, but willing have to stretch a bit if it is worth it...

Much appreciated!

bogbeat08-06-2021 12:01am

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noromance Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,609 posts 08-06-2021 at 02:48am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You have to trust me on this. I use these because they are transparent and clean. I have compared them to cables costing up to $500. They are not made anymore and hard to find. They have to be the metal plug version. https://www.camcor.com/cat/Belkin-PureAV-RCA-Audio-Cable-AV20302-06.html
jjss49 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,612 posts 08-06-2021 at 03:49am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete https://www.audioadvisor.com/products.asp?dept=394
tomic601 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 12,869 posts 08-06-2021 at 03:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete contact Eric at Gig Harbor Audio in Washington state. They build a nice affordable and excellent sounding cable.
builder3 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 756 posts 08-06-2021 at 04:13am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete https://silversonic.com/products/interconnects/bl-1/
slaw Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 20,573 posts 08-06-2021 at 06:48am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Fellow member Mark Tunis makes a very nice sounding, inexpensive Silver Ghost ic.
danager Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 894 posts 08-06-2021 at 07:11am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PVTXRVJ/?coliid=I34A526ZZH66JG&colid=2P8239ZSNTNRE&psc=y1&re... CESS-163-3f Heavy Duty 12 Gauge Premium RCA Audio Patch Cable I've only used the 8 inch but I think they sounded great
ebm Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,311 posts 08-06-2021 at 01:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete There is none.Good luck sport.
oldaudiophile Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 291 posts 08-06-2021 at 01:27pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Save your money and spend it on music! What you have is plenty good enough for a "basic systems", whatever that is. Release the dogs of cable controversy!
corelli Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 955 posts 08-06-2021 at 01:50pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete See the Helix thread and build a really fine IC.
soix Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,003 posts 08-06-2021 at 11:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Cullen Cable offer good value and you can try them at home... https://www.cullencable.com/copper-series-interconnect/
three_easy_payments Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,097 posts 08-07-2021 at 12:15am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For a 1m RCA pair you are not going to do any better than Audio Envy for $125. https://audioenvy.com/product/home-car-pro-interconnects/prestige-g9-rca-pair/
birdfan Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 165 posts 08-07-2021 at 12:43am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have really liked Anticables entry level IC. Very clean with good bass and depth. They often have their level 2 offerings on sale on the clearance page on their website.
audphile1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,423 posts 08-07-2021 at 06:55am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I replaced BlueJeans RCAs with Audience Ohno and it was a nice improvement. In your price range. Check them out on TheCableCo.
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jasonbourne52 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,863 posts 08-07-2021 at 07:08am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Audioquest Silver Extremes for $90/pair from HCM. They originally sold for $400/pair! I bought five pairs!
turnbowm Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 353 posts 08-07-2021 at 01:19pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete In the low-budget category, Mogami Gold interconnects would be my choice.
stuartk Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,485 posts 08-07-2021 at 04:47pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You haven't said what it is you don't like about your system, currently. Do you have a specific goal or are you just feeling the itch to upgrade? It seems to me you'd do better to save up until you can invest in something that will make more than a minor improvement.
kfscoll Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 36 posts 08-07-2021 at 06:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Easy. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1338406-REG/canare_ca2rcapf3_stereo_audio_rca_interconnect.html?sts=pi&pim=Y
troidelover1499 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 253 posts 08-07-2021 at 06:58pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have had excellent luck with basic RCA cables made by Zu Audio. They were purchased as close out or inventory left overs some time back, at a good discount, came out to well under $100 a pair. They have fine sound and are very well built with high quality jackets and connectors.
bajaed Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 269 posts 08-07-2021 at 07:13pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete What is HCM?
speakermaster Details Discussions Posts This discussion 738 posts 08-07-2021 at 07:24pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I would look at kimber i think they offer the most performance for the least amount of money in the cable business.
oldhvymec Details Discussions Posts This discussion 5,101 posts 08-07-2021 at 07:43pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'll offer this, IF you can get away without shielding do it. I use a weave that works well. It is VERY dynamic and quiet because of the way it's woven. What I use takes a while to break in, but when it does, it's a very good cable. OCC with mill spec .99 silver clad and PTFE multi conductor. The Helix (DIY) is a serious contender for high quality RCAs too. williewonka (sp) Regards
rocray Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,448 posts 08-07-2021 at 08:21pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I use and swear by Analysis Plus Oval Ones. You can find them used well under $100 for a 1meter pair. That's my story,and I'm sticking to it! Best of luck!
donnedonne Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 19 posts 08-07-2021 at 09:46pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete DH Labs
jl35 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,956 posts 08-07-2021 at 10:17pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Bottom of the line Transparent Audio is quite good and under $100
bogbeat OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 35 posts 08-08-2021 at 04:30am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Hi everyone, Thank you very much for all of these suggestions! I will have lots of fun looking at all of these possibilities. Much appreciated.
wsrrsw Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 919 posts 08-08-2021 at 05:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete LaSpada Audio and they also sell on eBay.
goose Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 676 posts 08-08-2021 at 02:48pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete A lot of good buzz on Zavfino cables. A little out of your price range but for a OCC cable they are reasonable. I have their speaker cable and it is wonderful. https://zavfinousa.com/collections/audio-interconnects
markj941 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 53 posts 08-08-2021 at 07:56pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Morris Audio is currently running a 45% sale. You could get the MA3 1m for about $110. Good luck with your search.
wolf_garcia Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,644 posts 08-09-2021 at 07:10am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Is that Morrow Audio? I use various morrow cables and they're great, and wonder if anyone has EVER paid full list for this stuff?
jjss49 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 6,612 posts 08-09-2021 at 03:24pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete morrow may make decent cables, i don’t know as i haven’t personally tried them, but once a few years back i made a casual inquiry, and thereafter i have been absolutely bombarded with their marketing emails... sheesh... thank goodness for spam filters...

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