Best place for buying brand new audio cables

polkfarmboy
polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
edited November 2010 in Basic Hookup/Wiring Questions
I was wondering if you guys new places that has good prices on new speaker cables and rca ic's

I dont wana buy used as they might be fake after reading a thread on here its put the willies up me
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  • WilliamM2
    WilliamM2 Posts: 4,781
    edited October 2010
    http://www.parts-express.com/home.cfm

    http://www.tartancable.com/
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  • acmf74
    acmf74 Posts: 936
    edited October 2010
    http://www.signalcable.com/

    http://www.bluejeanscable.com/

    Excellent products, knowledgeable and polite people.
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited October 2010
    http://www.needledoctor.com/Online-Store/Audio-Video-Cables;jsessionid=b922M3GHFf6Q87Ldytqv3vYG82229tQJDkHQzP11X95y5vwKR25PyZK2G61xzDb1GwF126wW0kdTnHTG5pJ1q4nj9zmR5X2L8GxVP0G6b4qdXGT122hnsQ5JT7BTr0ns!-30420653

    http://thecableco.com/index.php

    You can get anything from entry level to high end at either place.
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  • dvran
    dvran Posts: 280
    edited October 2010
    www.monoprice.com
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  • kawizx9r
    kawizx9r Posts: 5,150
    edited October 2010
    Reputable sellers on the audiogon shouldn't be a problem (especially Joe A.)

    What's your budget though?

    I could link you monoprice or tell you to go with the Oracle series here - http://www.mitcables.com/
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  • TNRabbit
    TNRabbit Posts: 2,168
    edited October 2010
    White Zombie makes excellent cables as well:
    www.whitezombieaudio.com/
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited October 2010
    www.audioadvisor.com
    www.upscaleaudio.com
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  • jinjuku
    jinjuku Posts: 1,523
    edited October 2010
    Try Emotiva cables. Life time warranty.
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  • Polkitup2
    Polkitup2 Posts: 1,623
    edited October 2010
    Nothing but good deals here:

    http://www.mitcablesexpress.com/
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,456
    edited October 2010
    I like using Ebay. I find the stuff that comes out of China to be so reputable when it comes to selling the genuine article for ten times less than retail.;):rolleyes::p
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,723
    edited October 2010
    polkfarmboy wrote: »
    I was wondering if you guys new places that has good prices on new speaker cables and rca ic's

    I dont wana buy used as they might be fake after reading a thread on here its put the willies up me

    It would help us to help you if you would state a budget and list your gear.
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  • BlueFox
    BlueFox Posts: 15,251
    edited October 2010
    For MIT, try:

    http://www.equusaudio.com/home.html

    I just received an email my speaker cables are being shipped. Now I have something to look forward to next Friday night.

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  • polkfarmboy
    polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
    edited October 2010
    Thanks guys for all this info

    I am still reading up alot of these brands and its hard to find reviews for cables

    I dont have a budget except that I want to stay under $ 500 for a pair of ic's and 1 pair of spkr cables
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  • Bobsama
    Bobsama Posts: 526
    edited October 2010
    There's also Moon-Audio
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  • ratster
    ratster Posts: 324
    edited October 2010
    I love my signal cable speaker cables.
    The IC's not so much.
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  • schutz2106
    schutz2106 Posts: 115
    edited October 2010
    Blue jeans cable....
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  • comfortablycurt
    comfortablycurt Posts: 6,745
    edited October 2010
    Keep in mind that there have been many instances where people have bought new cables on ebay and other such sites, and they've turned out to be counterfeits as well.

    I've heard of several instances of this happening with Monster and Audioquest cables. It's not just with used cables.

    F1nut wrote: »
    Once again, you could not be more wrong. I really wish you would stop preying on newbies with talk about things that you have no actual experience with.


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  • polkfarmboy
    polkfarmboy Posts: 5,703
    edited October 2010
    comfortablycurt wrote: »
    Keep in mind that there have been many instances where people have bought new cables on ebay and other such sites, and they've turned out to be counterfeits as well.

    I've heard of several instances of this happening with Monster and Audioquest cables. It's not just with used cables.

    Yep I am afraid of going on ebay and such . thats why I started this thread so I know I can get the best deal on authentic cable

    I always thought that if the cables were packaged in the brand box they would be authentic but this may not be the case anymore
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited October 2010
    What gear are you running? Some IC's and speaker cables might be synergistic with one setup, and not another. I will say though that you might want to talk to Ben here on the forum. He was making pure silver IC's that were really nice, and not expensive, and that would free up more dough for the speaker cable. Not sure if he's still doing cables, it's just a thought. :)
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
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    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • over50
    over50 Posts: 201
    edited October 2010
    I agree with dvran that Monoprice is good. just started buying from them, 1st shipment never receiver, they promptly sent me a new order overnight. I`v used their help email and i got reply quickly and they new their stuff. Cnet uses their cables for all the electronics they test,and also Cnet highly recommends their cables.
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  • codyc1ark
    codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
    edited October 2010
    messiah wrote: »
    What gear are you running? Some IC's and speaker cables might be synergistic with one setup, and not another. I will say though that you might want to talk to Ben here on the forum. He was making pure silver IC's that were really nice, and not expensive, and that would free up more dough for the speaker cable. Not sure if he's still doing cables, it's just a thought. :)

    Have you heard from Ben lately? I had a good PM back and fourth to do some modding on my CRS xovers, but havent heard from him in about two weeks....

    On a second note, Amazon has these - http://www.amazon.com/Monster-Standard-THX-Certified-Subwoofer-Interconnect/dp/B00006RHZG/ref=sr_1_28?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1287751661&sr=1-28 - A 16 ft monster "thx" sub connect. I'm running a no name cable to my sub right now, and think this may be a weak link in my system. Any input on this cable, I can't sink a fourtune into cables yet, but looking to get some bang for my buck...
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  • yepimonfire
    yepimonfire Posts: 256
    edited October 2010
    polkfarmboy wrote: »
    I was wondering if you guys new places that has good prices on new speaker cables and rca ic's

    I dont wana buy used as they might be fake after reading a thread on here its put the willies up me

    www.monoprice.com i buy all of mine from there.
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  • codyc1ark
    codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
    edited October 2010
    yepimonfire wrote: »
    www.monoprice.com i buy all of mine from there.

    I just ordered a Y adapter and a 15 foot cable, thanks for the tip.
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  • messiah
    messiah Posts: 1,790
    edited October 2010
    codyc1ark wrote: »
    Have you heard from Ben lately? I had a good PM back and fourth to do some modding on my CRS xovers, but havent heard from him in about two weeks....

    On a second note, Amazon has these - http://www.amazon.com/Monster-Standard-THX-Certified-Subwoofer-Interconnect/dp/B00006RHZG/ref=sr_1_28?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1287751661&sr=1-28 - A 16 ft monster "thx" sub connect. I'm running a no name cable to my sub right now, and think this may be a weak link in my system. Any input on this cable, I can't sink a fourtune into cables yet, but looking to get some bang for my buck...

    Pretty sure he was just on in the past day or 2.
    "They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety."
    Benjamin Franklin, February 17th, 1775.

    "The day that I have to give up my constitutional rights AND let some dude rub my junk...well, let's just say that it's gonna be a real bad day for the dude trying to rub my junk!!"
    messiah, November 23rd, 2010
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  • TORI3
    TORI3 Posts: 234
    edited October 2010
    Everybody has an opinion about speaker cables and interconnects and which brand is better. In all honesty, I think it depends on your system and the synergy you desire -- it's definitely subjective.

    A couple of months ago I stumbled upon The Cable Company's used cable library. You can basically rent out cables to see which brand suits your system the best.

    http://www.thecableco.com/tryathome.php

    I've never tried this service, but I know The Cable Company is legit as I've bought some MIT ICs from Used Cable, which is a branch of The Cable Company. They have a huge selection for really good prices. Here's their site:

    http://www.usedcable.com/

    Here's some posts citing my experience with usedcable.com:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=106618

    Good luck, it's a journey!
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  • veerapaneni
    veerapaneni Posts: 112
    edited October 2010
    http://www.bluejeanscable.com/
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  • acmf74
    acmf74 Posts: 936
    edited October 2010
    TORI3 wrote: »
    Everybody has an opinion about speaker cables and interconnects and which brand is better. In all honesty, I think it depends on your system and the synergy you desire -- it's definitely subjective.

    A couple of months ago I stumbled upon The Cable Company's used cable library. You can basically rent out cables to see which brand suits your system the best.

    http://www.thecableco.com/tryathome.php

    I've never tried this service, but I know The Cable Company is legit as I've bought some MIT ICs from Used Cable, which is a branch of The Cable Company. They have a huge selection for really good prices. Here's their site:

    http://www.usedcable.com/

    Here's some posts citing my experience with usedcable.com:

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=106618

    Good luck, it's a journey!

    qft!!!
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  • ecod123
    ecod123 Posts: 379
    edited October 2010
    +1 for monoprice for DIY cables and connectors. Good prices and great service. Their 12G copper speaker wires are priced right, as well as their banana plugs.
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  • resperc
    resperc Posts: 41
    edited November 2010
    I have a bunch a Signal Cable stuff (interconnects, power cables, speaker cables). I have been really happy with all of it. Great product at a great price. Yes, there are some cheaper options, but I felt the SC products offered a fantastic "bang for the buck" for their quality. Frank is also a pleasure to deal with and in the past he has offered a discount to Club Polk members.
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  • jinjuku
    jinjuku Posts: 1,523
    edited November 2010
    ecod123 wrote: »
    +1 for monoprice for DIY cables and connectors. Good prices and great service. Their 12G copper speaker wires are priced right, as well as their banana plugs.

    I can definitely recommend their bulk Mic cable. It's 8 mil jacket, 16AWG, drain+woven copper shield.

    Made a bunch of custom length RCA, RCA to XLR (cross linked), and XLR/XLR for a buddy of mine. Lucky dog just picked up a Sunfire Tru-Sub for free out of a conference center of a building that was going to be demo'd.
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