Keeping cables off the floor


Does keeping interconnects and speaker cables off the floor make sense? What differences would you expect in a high resolution system ? What would you use to separate them from the floor? What 's the idea behind this tweak? Suggestions are eagerly awaited....
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We carried out some prototype trials using 2" uPVC pipe with cables suspended in the center. The results were quite interesting. The project was aimed at a commercial application but we are not going to "run" with it so it would suit those who have the time to make something similar at home. If anyone would like details please feel free to email me at [email protected]
As Kitch29 states PVC is very susceptible to static charge and if you use uPVC pipe it is very important to ensure a good ground plane is incorporated. This is what we did with our own project. Not ensuring good grounding just defeats the whole idea. Part of the purpose of suspending cables in the first place involves the reduction of static charges anyway and this is why a lot of people notice a difference once they move their cables away from potential static generators such as carpets manufactured from synthetic fibers. Jack Bybee is the guy you want to ask about sub-atomic particles and their interaction. Regards, Richard.