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The Physics of Electricity

Can anyone explain clearly in either common parlance or technical terms the difference between a $1,000.00 cable and/or speaker wire versus a $20.00 (or so) one? What does wire "do" in an expensive cable/wire that an inexpensive cable/wire does not? Does it conduct more or "better" electricity?
llanger
llanger OP
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I'm a bit surprised at the rancor and ill will (by some) that this thread engendered. I'm not sure what "troll" means in this arena, but I'm pretty sure it is used an animadversion. As for the responses...I like Ncarv's, and Bifwynne's "quality electrons" replies. Hey, I know there is difference between a Sony receiver and Krell FPB amplifier (microfarads of capacitance and all that), but the "wire thing" does have me addled.
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stevecham
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Guys and Gals: It's not about the dang conductor, it's about the dielectric. That is the part that makes the difference.
unsound
7,327 posts
 
Stevecham, have you seen the price of silver lately?
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tom6897
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I disagree 100%. It is all about the connection. Without a connection to the next step in the audio chain the wire and its make up is irrelevant. Bananas are the best or was it spades?.... no wait I think I meant bare wire. Tinned or not, copper or silver or gold? OHHHH Brother!!!! and what about interconnects RCA, XLR or BNC OH My!
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