Made my first set of audio cables yesterday!
Hey all,
Well, I've done it. I finally bought most of the stuff I need to make my own cables and made my first set of speaker cables yesterday.
I made them using 20 gauge fine (.999) silver round wire, clear Teflon tubing and some shrink tube. I didn't terminate the ends since I can go right into my posts as-is.
They sound freaking fantastic! I swear there is more transparency and the highs are soooo clear and crisp. Also, I do believe that my mid range and bass have improved as well.
Does anybody in earshot know if there is anything to this "break-in" period that the high end cable proponents suggest?
I am hooked on this cable making crap. Up next is a set of rca interconnects. I am waiting for my $30 set of Dayton plugs to arrive. I am so excited that I already have the wire and Teflon cut. I still need a heat gun though, as I have been using the not-as-hot part of the solder iron to shrink my tube.
If you are thinking about making your own cables- do it! It's fun and you can make some kick-ars cables which rival or even match the $1,000 big boys!
Best,
jason