Cables and plug for my Monitor setup

azsam
azsam Posts: 45
edited November 2012 in Basic Hookup/Wiring Questions
I just ordered a 5.0 set from the monitor II series. Now it is time to order the banana plugs and the speaker wire so they arrive at the same time :). I have never done this, so could you please tell me if these are good choices:

1) Closed Banana plugs:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=104&cp_id=10401&cs_id=1040115&p_id=2801&seq=1&format=2

Do I order 5 pairs -- basically to connect to the AVR and then for the speakers use bare wire?


2) Speaker wire - 100ft 16 AWG
http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10239&cs_id=1023903&p_id=2793&seq=1&format=2

My room is 17 x 13 so I think 50ft wont be enough.. thus going to the 100ft spool
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  • bobsauto49
    bobsauto49 Posts: 973
    edited November 2012
    Your doin good! Might want to order 10 pairs of nanners,as its easy to plug,and unplug on the back of the speakers as necessary! And I would bump the gauge up a notch for a few extra bucks!http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10239&cs_id=1023902&p_id=2791&seq=1&format=2
    "Everything I ever did in my life worthwhile I caught hell for"
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  • azsam
    azsam Posts: 45
    edited November 2012
    Do I really need the 14AWG for my small living room?

    Also, what about a sub cable. I do not have it yet, but since I will be ordering from monoprice might as well get the RCA cable needed. I guess something like this: http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10236&cs_id=1023603&p_id=2680&seq=1&format=2
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  • seabeerob213
    seabeerob213 Posts: 1,843
    edited November 2012
    the mediabridge sub cables on amazon will suit your needs, i just ordered one, i have no buzz or hum anymore, and the bass is deep and clear, not the best cable, but for the price it cant be beat and, and very fast shipping
    2 Channel(work in progress):DAC: Schiit modi 2 uberAmp:Parasound 1200 MK IISub:RBH 1010-SEP Speakers: Monitor 5A peerlesscurrently running some krk rokit 3g since the HK pre outs died and i need to start breaking everything down to move in a couple monthsHeadphones:Source: tidalDAC: schiit modius epre: schiit sysAmp: AQ dragonfly black/ schiit magni2 Cans: Velodyne V-True, Grado SR225i, sennheiser x drop gaming headsetPC:DAC: schiit modius e(over spdif)pre: schiit sysspeakers: prenous eris 5 xtSub: Earthquake Sound MiniMe-P63most of my comments are passing on of info, im a noob, im just trying to help how i can, if im wrong or out of place to comment, dont hesitate to let me know :)"WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS, THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE, THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER, WITH COMPASSION FOR OTHERS. WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"Seabee Memorial, Arlington, VA
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  • azsam
    azsam Posts: 45
    edited November 2012
    seabeerob213 wrote: »
    the mediabridge sub cables on amazon will suit your needs, i just ordered one, i have no buzz or hum anymore, and the bass is deep and clear, not the best cable, but for the price it cant be beat and, and very fast shipping

    So mediabridge cable is better than the monoprice one?
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  • amgala
    amgala Posts: 111
    edited November 2012
    How many watts will your receiver be putting out?
    Front Speakers: Polk Audio LSi15 x 2
    Center Speaker: Polk Audio LSiC
    Rear Speakers: Polk Audio LSiF/X x 2
    Subwoofers: Polk Audio PSW505 x 2
    AVR: Denon AVR-3313CI
    Amp: Emotiva XPA-5
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  • seabeerob213
    seabeerob213 Posts: 1,843
    edited November 2012
    saw a friend have trouble with a monoprice product(bananas) and decided against it, im sure not all their products are with problems, and this was probably an isolated incident, but it left a bad taste in my mouth
    2 Channel(work in progress):DAC: Schiit modi 2 uberAmp:Parasound 1200 MK IISub:RBH 1010-SEP Speakers: Monitor 5A peerlesscurrently running some krk rokit 3g since the HK pre outs died and i need to start breaking everything down to move in a couple monthsHeadphones:Source: tidalDAC: schiit modius epre: schiit sysAmp: AQ dragonfly black/ schiit magni2 Cans: Velodyne V-True, Grado SR225i, sennheiser x drop gaming headsetPC:DAC: schiit modius e(over spdif)pre: schiit sysspeakers: prenous eris 5 xtSub: Earthquake Sound MiniMe-P63most of my comments are passing on of info, im a noob, im just trying to help how i can, if im wrong or out of place to comment, dont hesitate to let me know :)"WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS, THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE, THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER, WITH COMPASSION FOR OTHERS. WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"Seabee Memorial, Arlington, VA
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  • azsam
    azsam Posts: 45
    edited November 2012
    amgala wrote: »
    How many watts will your receiver be putting out?

    Its the Denon 1912 - 90 watts per channel

    http://usa.denon.com/us/Product/Pages/ProductDetail.aspx?CatId=StreamingMedia(DenonNA)&PId=AVR1912(DenonNA)

    Does that matter what AWG cable to get?
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  • seabeerob213
    seabeerob213 Posts: 1,843
    edited November 2012
    i just bumped to 11 from 14 with my yamaha rx-v371(80Watts) and it made a huge difference, and thats with cheaper wire and a cheaper receiver with cheaper speakers, soon i will have my rti4s and my B&W rock solid monitors, and bumping up the the rx-v573, not a huge upgrade but enough of on e for now, i would suggest the best wire you can afford, try the canare 411s, search on ebay and buy premade from legit cables, phenomenal value
    2 Channel(work in progress):DAC: Schiit modi 2 uberAmp:Parasound 1200 MK IISub:RBH 1010-SEP Speakers: Monitor 5A peerlesscurrently running some krk rokit 3g since the HK pre outs died and i need to start breaking everything down to move in a couple monthsHeadphones:Source: tidalDAC: schiit modius epre: schiit sysAmp: AQ dragonfly black/ schiit magni2 Cans: Velodyne V-True, Grado SR225i, sennheiser x drop gaming headsetPC:DAC: schiit modius e(over spdif)pre: schiit sysspeakers: prenous eris 5 xtSub: Earthquake Sound MiniMe-P63most of my comments are passing on of info, im a noob, im just trying to help how i can, if im wrong or out of place to comment, dont hesitate to let me know :)"WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS, THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE, THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER, WITH COMPASSION FOR OTHERS. WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"Seabee Memorial, Arlington, VA
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  • seabeerob213
    seabeerob213 Posts: 1,843
    edited November 2012
    the canre cables should be here within the week, right now i have some DIY cables
    2 Channel(work in progress):DAC: Schiit modi 2 uberAmp:Parasound 1200 MK IISub:RBH 1010-SEP Speakers: Monitor 5A peerlesscurrently running some krk rokit 3g since the HK pre outs died and i need to start breaking everything down to move in a couple monthsHeadphones:Source: tidalDAC: schiit modius epre: schiit sysAmp: AQ dragonfly black/ schiit magni2 Cans: Velodyne V-True, Grado SR225i, sennheiser x drop gaming headsetPC:DAC: schiit modius e(over spdif)pre: schiit sysspeakers: prenous eris 5 xtSub: Earthquake Sound MiniMe-P63most of my comments are passing on of info, im a noob, im just trying to help how i can, if im wrong or out of place to comment, dont hesitate to let me know :)"WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS, THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE, THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER, WITH COMPASSION FOR OTHERS. WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"Seabee Memorial, Arlington, VA
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  • azsam
    azsam Posts: 45
    edited November 2012
    OK, the more I read the more I am convinced to buy nakamichi plugs.. There ones look reasonable: http://www.ebay.com/itm/10pcs-Nakamichi-Gold-Plate-Audio-Banana-Speaker-Plug-/230684779936?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35b5e265a0

    What do you all think?
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  • codyc1ark
    codyc1ark Posts: 2,532
    edited November 2012
    I have those nanners, but expect them to arrive in three weeks. They do not like the canare, but you can make it work.
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  • seabeerob213
    seabeerob213 Posts: 1,843
    edited November 2012
    http://www.ebay.com/sch/legitcables/m.html?_ipg&_from&_nkw&_armrs=1&_sop=12
    2 Channel(work in progress):DAC: Schiit modi 2 uberAmp:Parasound 1200 MK IISub:RBH 1010-SEP Speakers: Monitor 5A peerlesscurrently running some krk rokit 3g since the HK pre outs died and i need to start breaking everything down to move in a couple monthsHeadphones:Source: tidalDAC: schiit modius epre: schiit sysAmp: AQ dragonfly black/ schiit magni2 Cans: Velodyne V-True, Grado SR225i, sennheiser x drop gaming headsetPC:DAC: schiit modius e(over spdif)pre: schiit sysspeakers: prenous eris 5 xtSub: Earthquake Sound MiniMe-P63most of my comments are passing on of info, im a noob, im just trying to help how i can, if im wrong or out of place to comment, dont hesitate to let me know :)"WITH WILLING HEARTS AND SKILLFUL HANDS, THE DIFFICULT WE DO AT ONCE, THE IMPOSSIBLE TAKES A BIT LONGER, WITH COMPASSION FOR OTHERS. WE BUILD - WE FIGHT FOR PEACE WITH FREEDOM"Seabee Memorial, Arlington, VA
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  • John K.
    John K. Posts: 822
    edited November 2012
    AZ, no you don't need 14 gauge wire in that room. It appears that the longest run might not be more than about 15', which 16 gauge is more than enough for. For accurate info on speaker wiring, including suggested gauges, study this excellent explanation.
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  • azsam
    azsam Posts: 45
    edited November 2012
    John K. wrote: »
    AZ, no you don't need 14 gauge wire in that room. It appears that the longest run might not be more than about 15', which 16 gauge is more than enough for. For accurate info on speaker wiring, including suggested gauges, study this excellent explanation.

    Hi JOhn, thanks. Well, I am getting mixed advice here. Yes, my room is not huge, and I thought I can do higher gauge.. but most people in my thread are saying at least 14 AWG if not 12 AWG. As a first timer you are not making it easy :))
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  • azsam
    azsam Posts: 45
    edited November 2012
    seabeerob213 wrote: »
    http://www.ebay.com/sch/legitcables/m.html?_ipg&_from&_nkw&_armrs=1&_sop=12

    Those are a bit more than I would like to spend.. sorry :(
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