XLR Cables - Blu-ray Forum

PhooNami · 08-09-2009, 09:03 PM

Is anyone using Monoprice's balanced cables? From what I've read so far is that XLR connections between prepro to amp is the way to go but I'm looking for cables that would do the job but not break the bank.Any thoughts?

Johnny Vinyl · 08-09-2009, 09:19 PM

Can you give us an equipment list of your current setup? This may help to answer your question.

John

PhooNami · 08-09-2009, 09:46 PM

I'll be hooking up a Marantz AV8003 preamp to a Rotel RMB 1095 amp going into B&W CMC/9/CDM7 se's.

FreddieFerric · 08-10-2009, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by PhooNami

I'll be hooking up a Marantz AV8003 preamp to a Rotel RMB 1095 amp going into B&W CMC/9/CDM7 se's.

Take a look at these: http://cgi.ebay.com/XLR-Balanced-Pur...4.c0.m14.l1262

I have bought two pair of the solid core RCA IC's and a sweet pair of silver 4x4 bi-wire speaker cables from this seller. He's a top notch ebay seller. Product quality is outstanding. Personally, I have found my purchases from Kevin to be first rate values. I have to give props to Rich for turning me on to this seller.

Be aware, he ships from Taiwan. Normally this has been no problem, but I hear that they have been hit by a typhoon this weekend. If you email him before hand he can tell you what the deal is with that.

Animo · 08-10-2009, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by PhooNami

Is anyone using Monoprice's balanced cables? From what I've read so far is that XLR connections between prepro to amp is the way to go but I'm looking for cables that would do the job but not break the bank.Any thoughts?

If you are handy with a soldering iron you could try this.
Came in just under $11 per 3 foot cable, and i'd match them with anything you could buy commercially.
http://emotivalounge.proboards.com/i...9&page=2#38319

PhooNami · 08-21-2009, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by BluRayFred

Take a look at these: http://cgi.ebay.com/XLR-Balanced-Pur...4.c0.m14.l1262

I have bought two pair of the solid core RCA IC's and a sweet pair of silver 4x4 bi-wire speaker cables from this seller. He's a top notch ebay seller. Product quality is outstanding. Personally, I have found my purchases from Kevin to be first rate values. I have to give props to Rich for turning me on to this seller.

Be aware, he ships from Taiwan. Normally this has been no problem, but I hear that they have been hit by a typhoon this weekend. If you email him before hand he can tell you what the deal is with that.

$140 bucks each?

I'm really looking for a reasonably priced,bang for the buck cables. So no one uses monoprice XLR cables?

ANIMO, nope I'm not good with a soldering iron, I wish I was though as it would make my choice easier.

naturephoto1 · 08-21-2009, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by PhooNami

$140 bucks each?

I'm really looking for a reasonably priced,bang for the buck cables. So no one uses monoprice XLR cables?

ANIMO, nope I'm not good with a soldering iron, I wish I was though as it would make my choice easier.

Do what you want for your cables. Many swear by Monoprice. However, do you want to use a $7.00 pair of cables between a $2,600 Pre/Pro and a $2,000 amp or use something better?

Rich

Sussudio · 08-21-2009, 05:54 AM

MusiciansFriend.com is a great place to buy audio cables from...I used them for years for my home recording setup and never had a problem

hoogoosedmoose41 · 08-21-2009, 07:09 AM

I used Beldon XLR cables between my integra prepro and Rotel RMB 1095 amp. got them from blue jeans cables. I had to use a longer run(12 feet). for 5 cables it cost about $180 bucks with shipping.Heck I thought that was pricey, Ive had them about 2 yrs and love them. everything is dead quiet with them.

FreddieFerric · 08-21-2009, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by naturephoto1

Do what you want for your cables. Many swear by Monoprice. However, do you want to use a $7.00 pair of cables between a $2,600 Pre/Pro and a $2,000 amp or use something better?

Rich

Exactly!

Btw, Kevin's cables at 140 are a bargain for the quality.

Johnny Vinyl · 08-21-2009, 09:20 AM

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Originally Posted by naturephoto1

Do what you want for your cables. Many swear by Monoprice. However, do you want to use a $7.00 pair of cables between a $2,600 Pre/Pro and a $2,000 amp or use something better?

Rich

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Originally Posted by BluRayFred

Exactly!

Btw, Kevin's cables at 140 are a bargain for the quality.

I agree completely with these statements!

John

Hammie · 08-21-2009, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by naturephoto1

Do what you want for your cables. Many swear by Monoprice. However, do you want to use a $7.00 pair of cables between a $2,600 Pre/Pro and a $2,000 amp or use something better?

Rich

When I was talking to my wife about getting some pricier speakers and cables, she thought I was an idiot for spending that much money.

So, I asked her why it was alright for her to spend almost $400 dollars for a plastic Louis Vuitton bracelet or $3000 for a handbag when she could go to Wal-mart or Target and get one that looks similar but at a fraction of the cost.

She simply responded touche. She doesn't give me as hard a time anymore.

richteer · 08-21-2009, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by John72953

I agree completely with these statements!

John

I hate to sound like an AOLer, but "Me too!". :-)

PhooNami · 08-21-2009, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by hoogoosedmoose41

I used Beldon XLR cables between my integra prepro and Rotel RMB 1095 amp. got them from blue jeans cables. I had to use a longer run(12 feet). for 5 cables it cost about $180 bucks with shipping.Heck I thought that was pricey, Ive had them about 2 yrs and love them. everything is dead quiet with them.

Thanks for the recommendation, Looking at the Canare Star Quad right now.

CasualKiller · 08-21-2009, 06:37 PM

I'd save your money and just use the analog connections. Unless your gear utilizes true "balanced circuitry" that is normally only found in much more expensive brands and models, then you are really just paying for cables with no improvement in SQ.

You can have balanced outputs on a 100 dollar receiver, but it does not mean that you have balanced circuitry to utilize it properly, I'd investigate further before purchasing any cables...

PhooNami · 08-21-2009, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CasualKiller

I'd save your money and just use the analog connections. Unless your gear utilizes true "balanced circuitry" that is normally only found in much more expensive brands and models, then you are really just paying for cables with no improvement in SQ.

You can have balanced outputs on a 100 dollar receiver, but it does not mean that you have balanced circuitry to utilize it properly, I'd investigate further before purchasing any cables...

Thats something to think about also, I still have my old analog IC's by Kimber cable which I used with my old Rotel processor.Sounds really good as well and costs a bit more than the Blue Jeans XLR cables, I tried it the the Marantz and it sounds good as well. More food for thought I guess...

Another_Dude · 08-21-2009, 07:06 PM

Another vote for Musician's Friend XLR Cables.

They worked great on a $100,000+ outdoor concert sound system. I think they'd work just fine on a nice home theater.

Halcro 1 · 08-25-2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by naturephoto1

Do what you want for your cables. Many swear by Monoprice. However, do you want to use a $7.00 pair of cables between a $2,600 Pre/Pro and a $2,000 amp or use something better?

Rich

+1 on that ...I use Audience AU 24 E

solarrdadd · 08-25-2009, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by louhamilton

When I was talking to my wife about getting some pricier speakers and cables, she thought I was an idiot for spending that much money.

So, I asked her why it was alright for her to spend almost $400 dollars for a plastic Louis Vuitton bracelet or $3000 for a handbag when she could go to Wal-mart or Target and get one that looks similar but at a fraction of the cost.

She simply responded touche. She doesn't give me as hard a time anymore.

So, how does that couch work out for sleeping!

Adio · 08-26-2009, 08:40 AM

I use monoprice XLR cables between my DHC-9.9 and pair of XPA-5s, and couldn't be happier. Anyone who tries to sell you a high-end expensive cable for a 1.5-3ft pre/pro+amp interconnect is a fool. Balanced cables are only needed for relatively long runs in professional environments. In a home theater, with inches between separates, you won't even notice a difference between XLR and RCA. The only reason I went with balanced was because they are only $6 at monoprice.

08-09-2009, 09:03 PM	#1
PhooNami Member Member since:Mar 2009	XLR Cables Is anyone using Monoprice's balanced cables? From what I've read so far is that XLR connections between prepro to amp is the way to go but I'm looking for cables that would do the job but not break the bank.Any thoughts?

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PhooNami Member Member since:Mar 2009	I'll be hooking up a Marantz AV8003 preamp to a Rotel RMB 1095 amp going into B&W CMC/9/CDM7 se's.

08-21-2009, 05:54 AM	#8
Sussudio Blu-ray Champion Member since:Sep 2008 Blu-ray collection:1 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:11	MusiciansFriend.com is a great place to buy audio cables from...I used them for years for my home recording setup and never had a problem

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hoogoosedmoose41 Senior Member Member since:Feb 2008 Blu-ray collection:308 DVD collection:103	I used Beldon XLR cables between my integra prepro and Rotel RMB 1095 amp. got them from blue jeans cables. I had to use a longer run(12 feet). for 5 cables it cost about $180 bucks with shipping.Heck I thought that was pricey, Ive had them about 2 yrs and love them. everything is dead quiet with them.

08-21-2009, 06:37 PM	#15
CasualKiller Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Brooks Alberta Blu-ray collection:54 Trading Score:15	I'd save your money and just use the analog connections. Unless your gear utilizes true "balanced circuitry" that is normally only found in much more expensive brands and models, then you are really just paying for cables with no improvement in SQ. You can have balanced outputs on a 100 dollar receiver, but it does not mean that you have balanced circuitry to utilize it properly, I'd investigate further before purchasing any cables...

08-21-2009, 07:06 PM	#17
Another_Dude Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2008 Blu-ray collection:191 Blu-ray reviews:8	Another vote for Musician's Friend XLR Cables. They worked great on a $100,000+ outdoor concert sound system. I think they'd work just fine on a nice home theater.

08-26-2009, 08:40 AM	#20
Adio Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	I use monoprice XLR cables between my DHC-9.9 and pair of XPA-5s, and couldn't be happier. Anyone who tries to sell you a high-end expensive cable for a 1.5-3ft pre/pro+amp interconnect is a fool. Balanced cables are only needed for relatively long runs in professional environments. In a home theater, with inches between separates, you won't even notice a difference between XLR and RCA. The only reason I went with balanced was because they are only $6 at monoprice.

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