Subwoofer interconnects

Question

Right now I am using a cheap $20 subwoofer interconnect cable and I am tempted to buy a nicer monster cable. Is there really a difference?

Answer 1

depends on the sub and the application, anyone who answers before that is disclosed is just wrong. Try again guys. Tool

Answer 2

What sub? What amp? what source? I would echo the sentiment that details need to be provided. As well as you the listener should buy a good set and see if the difference is worth it. After all you think it is the cable and you are the one that needs to be happy.

I will add that some here knock monster (I never said they are the best mind you) and hock for mono-price and bluejeans cables. I don't think their cables are any better than what you could make for yourself for much cheaper.

Answer 3

Just get a good sturdy RCA to RCA cable that is long enough to do the job.  $20 sounds about right.

Monster cables are usually way over hyped and priced

The only difference is you will have less money in your wallet.

Answer 4

Cables tend to be like water pipes. A soda straw cannot handle fire-hose pressure.

Subwoofer frequencies are between about 7-120 hz. Very low frequency, very narrow range.  So any decent RCA cable tends to work fine.

Higher frequency video cables - different story.

You would be better off playing with the position of the sub in the room and using an SPL meter to match the mains to improve your sound.