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In Reply to: Re: Bi-wiring success story posted by Atver on April 17, 2007 at 21:04:55:
RE: what speakers?Hi, and thanks for the followup. I am using Meadowlark Hot Rod Herons. And you may very well be right about it being best to use the same cable top and bottom. I'd be interested to know any verifiable pros or cons or even theory on the subject.
In my case, it seemed logical to use a cable with better bass delivery on the bottom and the one with better detail on the top. Perhaps someone who has experimented has something to offer.
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Richard Vandersteen's web site (vandersteen.com) and read his explanations of bi-wiring and why both cables should be the same, top and bottom. It'll only take a minute and will enhance your understanding considerably.As others have said - Vandy's benefit significantly - some other brandsa may not
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Hi, and thanks for leading me to the Vandersteen FAQ which states the same cable should be used top and bottom so as not to mess up the midrange. That makes sense, though I don't hear that happening. The only way to tell is to get another cable.Does that contridict the cable maker(s) who sell a specific cable for woofers and another for higher frequencies in bi-wire applications?
And does anyone have any idea how using different cables to bi-wire might affect a 2-way, 3-way or as in my case, a 4 way speaker?
Thanks.
Hi Inmates,A little more searching and I found this link from John Risch regarding the use of different cables. Here's the key section:
*Should both cables be the same kind?
This is not absolutely necessary, although it can be argued that certain sensitive speakers need the same exact cable in order to minimize any discontinuities in the midrange (crossover region). However, as long as both cables are of a high quality, this is much less of a problem than it might seem. An extreme example would be to use heavy gauge zip cord for the woofer, and an exotic high performance cable for the highs. Some audiophiles have used this approach to great effect, and others found the zip cord on the woofer holding them back. It never hurts to try, and see how well a particular pairing will work for you.
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