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Use Dual XLR to Dual RCA Cables or Use RCA to RCA on Subwoofers

I would just like to hear what others say before making decision on purchasing sub-woofer cables. My preamp has no sub-out, so do you think it's better or best using the mains balance or unbalance output to connect two SVS SB2000's? 

setup #1- use dual XLR to RCA cables ( 4 separate cables) from main to sub, or

setup#2- use the mains RCA out (4 separate cables) to both subs.

I believe cables makes the difference so plans are to purchase Morrow Audio's SUB4- Dual XLR to RCA or Morrows RCA to RCA cables, but it's too expensive to buy both. The right sub is 10-12 feet from preamp.

- 2 SVS SB2000 

roddyboy
clearthink
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There is no benefit or advantage to going from XLR to RCA there is nothing "magic" about XLR. 

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fuzztone
5,623 posts
 

Ditto. Both are the same. Not bananas and plantains.

Might as well be decided by cost. Unless you go XLR to BNC. Then it will cost a lot more for  a modest improvement in security.

elliottbnewcombjr
5,457 posts
 

Pro-long runs, .. XLR of course, but home, short runs?

Secure connections are advantageous, that’s the only advantage I found using XLR.

I had already changed all my interconnects to Locking RCA connectors. You can wiggle the heck out of anything, anywhere, without inadvertently causing/disturbing a connection.

My CD/SACD player has XLR. I tried, no difference in sound, but nice secure snap in connection. Easier than Locking RCA’s.

If room behind is limited, they make right angle XLR

bargain hunter that I am, I bought 2 component cables, peeled them apart and got 3 pairs 6’ long with locking ends

 

they come in longer lengths, and many pre-made interconnects exist

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l1313&_nkw=interconnects+locking+rca&_sacat=0

 

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