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In Reply to: RE: Can choice of cables cause an amp to blow? posted by TGR on October 12, 2016 at 11:55:28
I still don't want to mention the specific manufacturers (except to say that neither have been mentioned by others below) but the amp manufacturer "strongly suspects" there is a cable problem and the cable manufacturer is saying that this is highly unlikely. FWIW, the cable is a 10-guage twisted pair from a reputable mainstream cable manufacturer, nothing esoteric, and the cable runs are not long.
Just talked to the dealer, and they will do a bunch of due diligence when the amp returns from repair. There is a good chance I'll be asking the amp manufacturer for a warranty extension.
This has been an enlightening and educational experience, and also a major PITA.
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" the cable is a 10-guage twisted pair from a reputable mainstream cable manufacturer".
If the speaker cable is as listed in your profile then it has a network box. Components inside are unknown, but could it be that it is this that your amplifier doesn't like?
NB: If I am right then it would only be fair to identify the cable as otherwise you are asking for advice without letting the people who are trying to help you know about what is a significant departure from a simple twisted pair.
NT
Your secret is safe with me. I won't tell that you have the cables and amp posted on your sytem profile!
But yes, it is the Classe CA-5300 and the Transparent TWP.
Classe has not said anything beyond that Transparent makes a quality product, but they think there is a problem. I did ask them for recommendations, and thus far they have not given specific recommendations.
Like others have stated,when you get the amp repaired use cheap zip cord and see if the cable was causing the problem!
I just setup my HT yesterday after I moved. And you got it - zip cord for everyone. For goodness sakes it's a HT. And just for the record my stereo gets basically the same but in 12 larger gauge.
Another take on speaker wire!
I have read this before. It is interesting, but there are many more designs that have come out since he wrote this. I'd be interested in what he had to say about more current designs.
Dave
I agree!
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