ics of new rack..question on speaker cable

rcrook317
rcrook317 Posts: 280
edited February 2010 in Electronics
got speaker cables from my uncle a while back on a trade...all they say is "maestro" made in the usa .Anyone have a thoughts on these,theyre thick as garden hose and i plan on using them w/ new amp for 2 channel.

also check out my new rack,spent two wks putting stain and poly on the shelves,came out nicely i think,especially since it only cost $120 @ home depot!

Srry forgot to flip last pic.....its upside down so just crank ur neck a lil,u get the idea
fronts=rti12s(cherry)
center=csi3(cherry)
sub=psw125(cherry)
emotiva xpa-2
harmon kardon 354
sony cdp
ipod 8gb
audioquest diamondback 1m
"Maesto" straightwire cables
pangea ac-9
playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
Kenwood Phono
bren1 Clamp
Herbies Slipmat

"It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • Huck344
    Huck344 Posts: 453
    edited February 2010
    Nice Rack (hehe). Are you able to adjust shelf height by turning the bolts?

    Can't comment on the cables though. Never used them.
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    yea shelves are fully adjustable
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • Wardsweb
    Wardsweb Posts: 942
    edited February 2010
    They look like Straightwire Maestro cables.
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    wardsweb......are these high quality cables?
    gotta be a step up from cheap shack cables ive been using
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • fbm211
    fbm211 Posts: 1,488
    edited February 2010
    Did you make that rack?I need something like that
    SDA-2BTL with custom IC
    Adcom 565 monoblocks--Monarchy Audio M-10 preamp
    Theta Data Basic Transport--Stello DA100 Signature DAC--Camelot Dragon Pro2 MK III
    Harman Kardon T-55c TT
    DH Labs Q-10 Signature Speaker Cables With Furez silver plated copper bananas
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver Reference AES/EBU
    Revelation Audio Labs Prophecy Cryo-Silver i2s digital cable
    4 Furutech FP-314Ag with FI-11cu Plugs/FI-11AG IECs--- Power Cords
    DH LABS REVELATIONS ICs-amps
    Revelation Audio Labs Paradise cryo-silver ICs-Source to pre
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  • punk-roc
    punk-roc Posts: 1,150
    edited February 2010
    nicely crafted rack!

    Jason
    2-Channel - So far...
    Pre: Dodd ELP
    DAC: W4S-Dac2
    Source(s): Computer and Denon 2910
    Amp: Parasound HCA-1200II
    Speakers: LSi9s - Vr3 Fortress Mod
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    yeah....bought birch plywood,had them cut shelves instore to 20x24,3 layers cherry stain,bout 6 layers of poly w/ 1 layer of sanding sealer in between.
    used washers,nuts and 3' of threaded steel.
    cost 123.00 altogether.
    I wanted an industrial look and most of my house has a wood theme ie. hardwood floors and all cherry speakers,sub.

    google flexytable for exact specs
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • Wardsweb
    Wardsweb Posts: 942
    edited February 2010
    rcrook317 wrote: »
    wardsweb......are these high quality cables?
    gotta be a step up from cheap shack cables ive been using

    Yes, they would have been around $600 new. They go for around $250 used.
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    Wardsweb wrote: »
    Yes, they would have been around $600 new. They go for around $250 used.

    ****.....traded an old unused laptop for em!
    might have to sell those bad boys.....nah ill use em w/ new emo!
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,686
    edited February 2010
    punk-roc, I don't recall saying what's in your sig, but that's some funny ****.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,686
    edited February 2010
    rcrook317 wrote: »
    ****.....traded an old unused laptop for em!
    might have to sell those bad boys.....nah ill use em w/ new emo!


    God forbid you use cables that cost more than your amp.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • punk-roc
    punk-roc Posts: 1,150
    edited February 2010
    F1nut wrote: »
    punk-roc, I don't recall saying what's in your sig, but that's some funny ****.

    I think you wandered into a random rap or hip-hop music thread Shizelbs and I were posting back and forth about (like 1-2 years ago if i recall correctly).. You said the quote after you stated your opinion that you weren't a big fan of rap music =)

    I kept it as my sig since i thought it was hilarious too hahaha

    Jason
    2-Channel - So far...
    Pre: Dodd ELP
    DAC: W4S-Dac2
    Source(s): Computer and Denon 2910
    Amp: Parasound HCA-1200II
    Speakers: LSi9s - Vr3 Fortress Mod
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  • concealer404
    concealer404 Posts: 7,440
    edited February 2010
    F1nut wrote: »
    God forbid you use cables that cost more than your amp.

    I chuckled. :p
    I don't read the newsssspaperssss because dey aaaallllllllll...... have ugly print.

    Living Room: B&K Reference 5 S2 / Parasound HCA-1000A / Emotiva XDA-2 / Pioneer BDP-51FD / Paradigm 11se MKiii

    Desk: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / ISK HD9999

    Office: Schiit Magni 2 Uber / Schiit Modi 2 Uber / Dynaco SCA-80Q / Paradigm Legend V.3

    HT: Denon AVR-X3400H / Sony UBP-X700 / RT16 / CS350LS / RT7 / SVS PB1000
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    emo=799+25 shipping=824
    10 yr old maestro cables=maybe 250


    think emo cost more......
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    also go pair of bi-wired encore cables.....dont know much about these either...gonna swap the maestro cables w/ these see which 1 i prefer then maybe offer fellow polkies a good deal on 1 of them.
    anybody heard of these?
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    BlueFox wrote: »
    Use Maple for better sound.
    http://shop.mapleshadestore.com/departments.asp?dept=16

    not too be rude but the whole point of this diy rack was too get a great looking stereo rack w/out spending a ton of money..im pleased w/ the final product...anyone else have a diy stereo rack...lets see some pics
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    googled the encore....new=336.00
    didnt know i had $800 worth of cables,figured they were gonna be nice upgrade for my system.
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • Vette C6.r
    Vette C6.r Posts: 1,560
    edited February 2010
    punk-roc wrote: »
    nicely crafted rack !


    I love the sound of that.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,686
    edited February 2010
    didnt know i had $800 worth of cables
    emo=799

    Like I said.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,686
    edited February 2010
    punk-roc wrote: »
    I think you wandered into a random rap or hip-hop music thread Shizelbs and I were posting back and forth about (like 1-2 years ago if i recall correctly).. You said the quote after you stated your opinion that you weren't a big fan of rap music =)

    I kept it as my sig since i thought it was hilarious too hahaha

    Jason


    I'll take your word for it. :)
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    f1, i was adding both cables together.....even then on the used market doubt i could actually get thatout of them........seems you have a dislike for emotiva gear so no big deal anyway
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,686
    edited February 2010
    f1, i was adding both cables together

    Yes, I am more than aware of that.
    even then on the used market doubt i could actually get thatout of them........

    Probably not. Of course, you won't get close to $799.00 for the amp once you open the box either.
    seems you have a dislike for emotiva gear so no big deal anyway

    By your response it seems that you don't think using $600.00 MRSP cables with a $799.00 MRSP amp made sense. I found that funny. If you want to read more into it than was put forth, that's on you.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    look dude not trying to argue w u...i do plan on using them,infact im happy to find out these cables are higher quality than i thought...just seems you are trying to sublety diss my purchase....emo amps sell quite fast on used market believe me ive been looking.
    but just like a new car.....they lose value minute you drive off/open box so it is what it is
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    no need for animosity.....even though anytime emotiva is mentioned animosity follows....i never once stated my purchase is the best for everyone,just that im excited to get new gear,new gear that i think fits my needs/wants.so lets just have good time on here?
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 51,686
    edited February 2010
    so lets just have good time on here?

    I always do.
    Political Correctness'.........defined

    "A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."

    President of Club Polk

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  • rcrook317
    rcrook317 Posts: 280
    edited February 2010
    i always try
    fronts=rti12s(cherry)
    center=csi3(cherry)
    sub=psw125(cherry)
    emotiva xpa-2
    harmon kardon 354
    sony cdp
    ipod 8gb
    audioquest diamondback 1m
    "Maesto" straightwire cables
    pangea ac-9
    playstation3/120gb=blu-ray/media server
    monitor=lg 55inch lcd(1080p)
    TT Set-up=Pro-Ject RM 1.3
    Kenwood Phono
    bren1 Clamp
    Herbies Slipmat

    "It doesnt mean that much to me,to mean that much to you"
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