Question on RCA Cables

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Offline onion_breath

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on: December 30, 2015, 12:06:56 PM
Hello all,

I'm currently debating which RCA cable to use from my source (phono preamp) to my eagerly anticipated Crack. Since I'm currently waiting to build my Crack I thought I'd stick with the DIY theme and make my own RCA Cables. I've found a few links online but one has stuck out that uses Cardas 21.5 x 2 cables (a quick google search for "Building an easy pair of Cardas RCA Interconnects" will get you the link). I was going to replace one side of the RCA cable with some Switchcraft Right Angle plugs as to keep a streamlined look once plugged into the Crack. I'm not sure how this will sound to something pre manufactured - but for comparison I've really liked the look and price of Ghent Audio Cables. I'm not sure if anyone has experience in Ghent and how it compares to DIY RCA cables, but I thought I'd ask. Please don't hesitate to give me other suggestions or advice as well - I am completely new to DIY audio and am looking to soak up as much knowledge as possible.

Thanks in advance.

-Greg



Offline Doc B.

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Reply #1 on: December 30, 2015, 12:34:22 PM
RCA cables from Blue Jeans Cable are very much worth consideration. Either the LC-1 or the 89259 based RCAS are a good bet.

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Offline Rocketman248

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Reply #2 on: December 30, 2015, 10:21:06 PM
Pretty much all my cables are from Ghent.  Excellent quality, and great looks.

Nick DeBrita
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Offline ALL212

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Reply #4 on: December 31, 2015, 10:10:49 AM
I've made my own - Mogami w2534 and Cardas ends.  About a $1 a foot and whatever poison you decide on for RCA's.

Aaron Luebke


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Reply #5 on: January 01, 2016, 03:37:39 AM
And if you don't want to DIY cables, you can get the Mogami w2534 with Neutrik connectors through Amazon (Worlds Best Cables) at a very reasonable price.

Boris


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Reply #6 on: January 02, 2016, 07:38:55 AM
Thank you all for the suggestions. Looks like I have many options to chose from, but after a bit of research I may just pull the trigger on the Blue Jeans LC-1.

Thanks again,
Greg



Offline Tom-s

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Reply #7 on: January 02, 2016, 12:28:17 PM
imo Ghent Audio cables are really worth it. I'm using a few and very happy with the quality.



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Reply #8 on: February 23, 2016, 10:39:49 PM
Having spent many, many hours trying ideas from the late lamented Allen Wright's Supercables Cookbook, I like really thin single strand wire in PTFE sleeving plaitted around a larger diameter PTFE tube. These are such a faff to make that I cast around for a commercial alternative. I now use DNM for all my new cables. DNM will sell you the cable and connectors to make your own cables up (which I do of course).

See http://www.dnm.co.uk/cablesdetail.html

John
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Reply #9 on: February 24, 2016, 04:14:56 AM

The world was made for those not cursed with self-awareness.

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Offline drewh1

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Reply #10 on: February 24, 2016, 06:24:18 AM
buy some copper wire with cotton insulation from Marigo labs and make your own. I have tried numerous pre-made and diy cables and single wire copper (20 - 24) is the best for my ears.  I don't twist it, just keep the wires separate and not parallel. I also use the shortest possible interconnects.


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