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Duelund 16ga vs. 12ga

I've read some comparisons on-line, but am curious about others' experiences comparing these two gauges of Duelund hookup wire...

I currently have 16ga on a pair of Coincident PREs which require four separate runs of cable (to power the subwoofer and head units).  I'm trying to figure out if I should replace both sets of wires, or leave 16ga on either the head units or subs... or just stick with the 16ga on everything.  I have two goals, 1) to extract as much bass as possible out of my system, and 2) to get the most natural tones and textures.

Any input is appreciated.
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@grannyring will surely weigh in, but in the meantime, getting two runs of 12 awgs opens up at least three possibilities:

1. simply replacing the bass run;

2. twisting together with the 16 awgs (effective awg 11) for the bass run;

3. twisting the two 16awgs together for the head run (effective awg 13), and using the 12 on the bass.

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I agree with twoleftears comment, I would also add that it depends on how long the cables need to be. In my experience I prefere the 12 gauge for bass runs. IMO anything over 8' (for bass) should be 12 gauge.
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thanks folks...
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Runs over 8 feet or so the 12 gauge. 12 gauge Duelund has more bass and mid bass energy as well as increased dynamics.  The 12 gauge will give a little more meat on the bones, while the 16 gauge will be lighter on its feet and more nimble.  The 16 gauge will give more perceived air and details, but it is really not more resolving than the 12.  The 12 just serves it up with a tad more body and lower mids bloom. 
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@grannyring Thanks Bill.
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