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Can I make my own subwoofer cable?
Powered subwoofers used in home theater systems use a very specific type of cable for connection to the home theater receiver. If you’d like to make your own cable, either to save some money or to make a custom-length cable, you can do it with some basic materials and simple tools.
What can I use as a subwoofer cable?
you can use a standard RCA cable, but a subwoofer cable is suggested as it has more shield in it and provides more clarity and resolution. a subwoofer cable comes with a standard RCA connector but is thicker than the standard RCA cable.
What’s inside a subwoofer cable?
Subwoofer cables are a type of audio cable that can greatly increase sound quality. They contain solid copper core bass conductors wrapped in a second wire network that helps maximize the low-frequency signal transport so that the sound comes out clearer and more dramatic. Subwoofer cables help make sound feel real.
Can coaxial cable be used for subwoofer?
Subwoofer cables and other RCA audio interconnects have no defined characteristic impedance. OTOH, 75ohm coax will work. Any coax will do. It is analog regardless of the cable used.
Is 16 gauge speaker wire good for subs?
The speaker wires. If your sub system is going to put out more than 1,000 watts RMS, you can use 12-gauge speaker wire. But 16-gauge speaker wire works well for most installations.
Do subwoofers need special cables?
Regardless of what type of connection is available, be it RCA or direct wired, it is highly recommended to use shielded, heavy gauge cabling specifically designed for subwoofers. Such cables provide a cleaner, more noise-free audio signal.
Can I use speaker wire for my subwoofer?
Although subwoofers are intended to be used with their own specifically designed wires, they are also able to operate using speaker wire.
Is a digital coaxial cable the same as a subwoofer cable?
A cable connected to a subwoofer isn’t called a subwoofer cable. It’s a cable that goes to a subwoofer. You could connect a subwoofer with a coaxial cable and it will work fine.
How do you hook up a subwoofer with RCA cables?
Connect Using Stereo RCA or Speaker Level Outputs If the subwoofer’s LINE IN uses RCA cables and the subwoofer out on the receiver/amplifier also uses RCA, plug it in using an RCA cable. If the cable is split on one end (a y-cable for both right and left channels), plug it in the R and L ports on the subwoofer.
How do I connect my subwoofer to left and right input?
To connect a subwoofer to its receiver, you can use an LFE input cable or an RCA line-in cable (used for left and right input options). Assuming your subwoofer has the option to use an LFE input, this will be your best choice. But, if not, then an RCA input option will work.
How do you convert Coax to RCA?
The cable’s end has a threaded plug that is an unbending wire inside. You may need to transform the coaxial plug into an RCA plug to connect certain devices like connecting a DVD recorder or VCR to the satellite box and your TV. The conversion can be accomplished using an adapter available in electronics stores.
Why does my subwoofer have two inputs?
Dual input allows the subwoofer an extra sensitivity adjustment. Normally, it would be enough to use a mono LFE subwoofer signal from its processor. By using both inputs with the same mono signal doubles the subwoofer sensitivity. This means that there is now only half the signal strength to drive it to full output.
Is RCA the same as coaxial?
A coaxial is a type of cable while RCA is a standard connector. RCA utilizes coaxial cables. Coaxial cables have other uses apart from RCA. RCA is already out-of-date while coaxial is still widely used.
Can speaker cable be too thick?
Speaker wires can’t be too thick because thicker wire means lower resistance, more signal flow, and better sound quality. Although not every setup needs a thick wire and the wire thickness depends on the speaker’s impedance and the distance between the sources, you can’t have too much of it.
What size amp do I need for a 1000 watt sub?
For a 1,000 Watt powered sub, you would need about 10 Amperes at 120 Volts, assuming digital amplification.
Does more watts mean more bass?
More bass does not necessarily mean better bass. The power is determined by the wattage of the subwoofer in question, where a higher wattage demonstrates a more powerful subwoofer. Just remember: A 500-watt subwoofer doesn’t necessarily mean it has to be played five times louder than a 100-watt subwoofer.
Can I use a single RCA cable for subwoofer?
Any single, standard RCA or subwoofer cable should do just fine. The other end of the cable will be plugged into the L/LFE (white) RCA jack on the back of your sub. Any cable designed for subwoofer use should be just fine.
