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DIY Spekon Cable For Rel

I’m looking to make a pair of speakon cables for my Rel subs. I could really use some advice on what would be good choices for this type application. The cable hooks to the amp outputs but from what I understand is just carrying low level signals. I am not sure if a shielded cable would be ideal or just a twisted pair of high quality wire. I run them as a stereo pair so only need two wires and 8-10ft long. I’m not looking to spend a lot maybe $100-200 but less would be better. I have 50ft of 12awg silver plated PTFE ofc that I’ve debated using. Just seems excessive for the application I suppose. I believe the stock cable Rel provides is only 24awg. Anyways would love any thoughts or opinions on the matter. I really don’t have a lot of knowledge when it comes to cabling. Thanks!

brylandgoodman
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ozzy
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What I have found is that the speaker cable used from the amp to the sub via the speakon connector will affect the sound of your main speakers. Afterall the cables are connected to the same source (amp). So, they do interact.

So, choose wisely.

ozzy

mitch2
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I have never owned a REL sub - these must be speaker cables.  My comments assumed line level cables. 

lanx0003
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@ozzy Not sure if you’ve heard this from a reliable source. A typical REL sub has a relatively high input impedance, typically around 100k ohms or more. This means the amp doesn’t see much of a load from the sub (or the sub doesn’t draw much power) when the REL sub is connected via the high-level input. I have also tapped from the amp in the past using a line-level converter (to reduce the signal strength) before feeding it into my sub, and I found no issues affecting the quality (only quantity) of the sound from the main speakers.

As everyone here may know, John Hunter actually recommends the high level connection to ensure the seamless integration of the Rel sub with the main system.

oberoniaomnia
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@brylandgoodman if you just need longer cable at decent price, on eBay there are 3 m/9 ft for $50, 5 m/15 ft for $75, connectors attached and ready to use. Not sure how much you value your time, but this seems pretty decent, IMHO. 

 

sls883
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Places like Audio Advisor sell Analysis Plus cables for REL subs.  Retail for 2.5M is $157.50, but they'd probably offer a discount if you bought two of them. That's what I use. They have 3M and longer if 2.5M doesn't work. 

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