Extending speaker wire?


Hi all,

I have a set of speaker cables, unterminated, that are not quite long enough for the intended purpose. I have another, shorter set of the same cable lying around as well. Is it ok to simply braid or solder these cables together, creating a longer run of cable? It seems to good to be true, but I thought I'd ask the experts.

Thanks!
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Done - and all is well. The sound is acceptable. The family is appeased. Mission accomplished. Thanks, all, for the help.
Yes but the Yardmaster bekons. What other colors have they got. I think green is likely it? Don't you? What guage is it. I always think of PCs as being rather fat and thick. Perhaps best for a sub.
I second, a new pair rather then 'extended' fix. Try Home Depot for 12 gauge speaker cable. You will be amazed.