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Extending speaker wire?

Hi all,

I have a set of speaker cables, unterminated, that are not quite long enough for the intended purpose. I have another, shorter set of the same cable lying around as well. Is it ok to simply braid or solder these cables together, creating a longer run of cable? It seems to good to be true, but I thought I'd ask the experts.

Thanks!
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ozzy
7,517 posts
 
Go ahead and braid them. You will not notice a difference.
Just keep the overall lenght the same for both left and right.
mcfarland
356 posts
 
Agree with the above, as I've done it myself. There has been a lot of buzz about YARDMASTER GREEN outdoor power cord, with the end cut off and then used as speaker cable. A giant killer at a rediculously low price. You may want to try this. I am sure that other colors would work as well. Happy Listening.
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lousyreeds1 OP
286 posts
 
Done - and all is well. The sound is acceptable. The family is appeased. Mission accomplished. Thanks, all, for the help.
mechans
3,048 posts
 
Yes but the Yardmaster bekons. What other colors have they got. I think green is likely it? Don't you? What guage is it. I always think of PCs as being rather fat and thick. Perhaps best for a sub.
buconero117
2,311 posts
 
I second, a new pair rather then 'extended' fix. Try Home Depot for 12 gauge speaker cable. You will be amazed.
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