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8 gauge vs 10 gauge OF speaker cable

Hi,

I got a question regarding speaker cables. Is there any difference between 8 gauge and 10 gauge. The length of the cables are around 7 feet. Also, what is the different between tin coated OFC and regular OFC speaker cables? I heard the tin one has better sound.

Thanks,

Steven
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rhljazz
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Either one is overkill for the length of the run. Are you running 1000 watt amps into an inefficient load and listening at 100db or more?

The right tool for the job always works best. You don't use a sledge hammer to drive home a finishing nail.

rhljazz
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08-05-10: Ebm
8 gauge is better carries more current.

I would agree with that statement, with the word "better" removed.

So then, why not go for 6 gauge, 00 gauge, or solid copper buss bars between amp and speaker? That should be nirvana using this form of logic.

There are rational aspects of material, design, and proper gauge for the load that are more important than "bigger is better".
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