Which inexpensive speaker cables...

@b_limo ,

where have you been? Long time man. Try Signal cables. These should sound good. How long should the cables be?

Pine Tree Audio offers high-value cables that have gotten good feedback here, and the owner seems to be very helpful in providing good suggestions if you tell him specifically what you’re looking for.  Best of luck. 

https://sites.google.com/view/pine-tree-audio/speaker-cables/speaker-cables

I have had great luck with Pine Tree Audio USB cables.  I would expect their  speaker cables would be comparable.

I use WBC speaker cable and interconnects (XLR and RCA). Here is a 20' run that might work for you.

https://www.amazon.com/WORLDS-BEST-CABLES-Foot-Ultimate/dp/B0CFYBR5X3/ref=sr_1_12?crid=R7WH1Q8G6ALB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VzklLbQddHxbvD6pa3AD5BpSgdrxKQPPcJyBtOf0DP6f2D9g_5RwRkg3TTiVCcAbWi5vUQfC-jZLxFfUrZ7IAkis-Gk1kYCEJxY2TlHX9wU-9JEnSu5O0K7pmSjKmLu73ZRyZEbgbmW1U2sPK4smv6MhSwli9zrR2EFtEiYJXegb0eLog3vfexvqPlEzlNqQV9VSnvKkm1a-eYlEcg-E2CM8xURGwzLN3G7zqkHmL1I.ddP_bI4xt7Nfv0Me7YKKloVMBODZYSqpmrc5RImtplI&dib_tag=se&keywords=wbc+speaker+cable+20&qid=1738123738&sprefix=wbc+speaker+cable+20%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-12&xpid=f6r2on2dZOulk

Thanks Milpai and Soix!  Sheesh Milpai, haven't talked to you forever.  I hope you are well.  Your system has just been awesome for awhile now.  

Man, I'm needing long long runs... 20 feet?  I hate doing that but for me life circumstances often dictate my stereo Room.

I was In a house all by myself for years where I could play music absurdly loud anytime I wanted... it was glorious, lol.

Anyhow, really good to hear from you Milpai and you too Soix 😊 

Oh, and I will definitely check out pine tree audio.  Love the name by the way.  Ihave 20 pine trees on my yard

@Thrifty audio,thank you!  I was actually just looking at those but couldn't find a 20 foot run.

You guys are awesome.  Seriously, like15 minutes after my post I get all these great suggestions.

Audiogon and the people here are the best!  

Pine tree was too expensive...

Worlds best cables is the top runner at the moment.

Canare 4s11 with good connectors or buy them already built from bluejeans cables. For a 20ft at $200 you can get much worse than the Canare

Monoprice, GearIt, Canare, and others offer similar wire that’s excellent value and performance. Especially the bulk OFC cables that you can DIY pretty easily.  Make sure to steer clear of copper clad aluminum (CCA). 

i see 20'  canare 4s11 on ebay for a hundo or so--i use it and it's just fine.

@loomisjohnson  +1!

20ft. Canares $99.95 or best offer with $7 shipping out of Minneapolis.

Not going to beat that!

Mogami

Pine tree was too expensive...
 

Looks like the Etherial, Visceral, and Muscular would all be <$200   Did you call them?

https://sites.google.com/view/pine-tree-audio/speaker-cables/speaker-cables

Lookalike Canares is the way to go.  Thanks everyone who replied.  Once I get them and get them in my system I'll give some feedback here on this thread 

To @b_limo it’s great to see you posting back on the forum again. Keep us posted on the results on the cables, and wherever you ended up getting them from. I was looking at the different LC-1 with higher capacitance vs. LC-2 on the bluejeans cable site just to have another set for different setups and other devices I add in once in a while. Best of Luck on everything. 

I have really been happy with "Worlds Best Cables" as they simply use world-class cables, the same brand and model you'd buy doing it the best way yourself, and then use top brand terminations of name brand and models. They build them the way you would if you were doing it right, and no BS. I had a variety of wires and cables and now have gone to them almost exclusively. You can look up the brand and model of the cables and terminations and decide which combinations they offer are best for your need. I have XLR and RCA both from them.

I'm waiting on a demo set of Graham Slee Spatia cables.  I just demo'd their CuSat50 interconnects and loved them, so I ordered a pair.  Depending on the length you need, they might come in right around $200-$230 shipped direct from England.  You can also sign up for their US loaner program and try them out for the cost of shipping (from Kentucky, where the loaners are).  

https://www.hifisystemcomponents.com/interconnects-cables/spatia-speaker-cable.html

Keep in mind that the British Pound price shown on the website includes 20% VAT, which will be deducted from the price for US purchases.  

I'm also about to demo Blue Jeans Cable Ten White, which a lot of people rave about as best bang for the buck.  These will definitely come in at less than $200 for a set.  You can buy (and return) Blue Jeans cables through Amazon (but the company is based outside of Philadelphia): https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Jeans-Cable-Speaker-Terminations/dp/B097S6Q182?th=1  

Another cable that I've heard great things about is the Duelund DCA12GA unterminated.  It costs about $33.75 per meter.  You could then buy some inexpensive spade lugs to add.  You can find Duelund here:  https://partsconnexion.com/cart.php

Belden 9497 is well received and can be purchased for about $4 per foot or in ready made pairs.

I make my own out of Cat 5 or Cat 6 from eBay, cut any connectors off, twist different colors, add WBT type connectors from Parts Express or Amazon

Add a few feet to allow extra length needed when you twist them.

Pay attention to the details: I go for pure copper, foil wrapped, 4 shielded twisted pairs, prefer stranded to solid core, 

8 x 24awg = 15 awg

If you can find it, 8 x 22 awg = 13 awg. (smaller awg # is larger)

multiple strand calculator

DNM no question

https://www.dnm.co.uk/cables.html

https://www.dnm.co.uk/acatalog/Ready-to-use-DNM-Cables.html

I can't remember the model number but I had good results in an HT setup using lower end bulk Audioquest cables. I terminated them with some decent quality spades/bananas from Parts Express.

Try Blue Jeans Cable in Washington (north of Oregon).

@b_limo ,

will wait to hear back on your Canares experience. But happy for, since I saw a mention of “baby proof”. I am making an assumption here.

Monoprice or Blue Jeans cables.

Performance Audio.  Just had two pairs of 12ga/20ft cables made because I'm going to bi-amp my new system.  They have options so you can tailor to your needs.  I went with carbon fiber bananas, pants and labels.  I had mine labeled to make it easier when bi-amping.  I did not chose the fancy braided covering but it is an option.  They have a good selection of cables.  Go to "Custom Cables" then "Speaker Cables"  I went with the Canare but you have options.  Trust me, you should check-out Performance Audio. I did my Outlaw surround system using all Performance Audio cables and it sounded fantastic.  The labels make set-up SO MUCH easier.  Especially when hooking-up multiple XLR's. Warning; Once you do custom cables, there's no going back!  I've used Performance Audio a few times and can only say good things.  

They may be slightly above your budget, but Morrow should be considered, even their 1-series.  For me, replaced Purist Audio Design (PAD) as I needed long runs,, and appreciate the low profile and flexibility of the Morrow cables.  No sacrifice in SQ, either.

Too bad about the Pine Tree Audio cost.  Great cables and customer service.  Suggest Blue Jeans cable.  They can customize to any length and type of connectors.  Both companies have excellent customer service and are US based.  

I would check out Audio Advisor or The Cable Co. They have many choices available under $200, like Analysis Plus, Audioquest, Kimber and Cardas.  If you subscribe to Audio Advisor or Music Direct, they both will occasionally offer significant discounts on these quality brands.

+1 Performance Audio. 

Mogami or Monoprice or Blue Jeans have speaker cables in your price range.

All the best.

Canare 4S11

@ soix, Somehow I missed that pine tree audio pricing...the ones you mentioned are in my budget.

I'm snowed in today with some new (to me) speakers so I'll spend the day enjoying them and researching all of the suggested cables!

@Milpai, yes you are correct sir!  I have my first child running around now.  She's 10 months old.  Babies definitely change up our listening areas but it's OK, I'll adapt but I still want some good music playing in the background throughout the day.