What are the effects of cable ties?


I have separate A/V and stereo systems. I can't separate the systems into different areas due to the room configuration, so the cabling is a rat's nest.
Are there any detrimental effects in using cable ties to bind left and right channel interconnects? How about component video cables?
I use Audioquest Ruby and Vampire Wire Silver Series.
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Showing 1 response by aball

Indeed, most cables are shielded these days so there is no worry. Twisting them won't help if they are well shielded to begin with. Check to see with your cable manufacturer if you aren't sure about their shield quality.

Now if they aren't shielded, a rat's nest is the best solution, believe it or not. You certainly don't want to coil the slack up, nor twist tie them together in parallel.

Arthur