Speakers stands that can handle 12AWG wire: I've got Polk 30's and 12 gauge speaker wire and am trying to find out if the Sanus EFSat stands will handle that gauge wire and if not, is it just a matter of drilling the entry and exit holes for the wire...
1963331
No, I have 12 gauge wire as well and it did not fit. I believe up to 16 gauge will fit in those stands.
145043
My sub-woofer has some spring terminals for connecting ordinary wires that are labeled "high level in", you would simply connect these in parallel with your 'old fashioned speakers'. My system had line level connections, so I didn't do it that way, but you would need to. High level simply means the level that you need to drive your speakers in. Having read the other reply, I do not see the need for any special wire, just ordinary speaker wire. I do not mean to demean the other respondent. The wires do not even have to be large diameter, though that would do no harm. They do not really need to carry much current, only the signal to drive the internal amplifier in your SW-8.
548661
I couldn't find an image on google of the back of those speakers but if they hook on a screw on the wall, then yes, if you have the screw that matches its threading then even better. The stands are pretty universal and come with a couple screws but non of them matched my speakers so I just used a screw a plastic nut I came with and hooked it on. It was a pretty tight squeeze getting it on but it won't fall off easily. If you get them, run a thread down the tube first with a screw for weight attached and the other end tie it to the speaker wire or tape it together. Much easier than pushing your wires down.
1263672
I don't your "standard" wire. I screw 20AWG to bindind posts, bought at department store, about 10ft long, with speakers about 5ft from amplifier. Be consistent with the polarity. Those speakers are not for audio purists anyway, so any sound degradation is practically unnoticable. 18AWG is also good for home, anything thicker, stiffer and more expensive is a waste of money. Don't worry too much about what they prove with their super-expensive test equipment readings
45692
I bought the Sanus HTB3 Tear Drop Home Theater/Box Speaker Stands from Amazon, but they've been discontinued by the manufacturer. They work fine for me, so if there is a similar model, I would recommend them.
1735516
I'm using my stands with Polk LSiM703 which are almost exactly 30lbs. I'm very happy with the stands.
865695
Mine are a couple of years old and I think they are the gemini 2-B large stands, so they may not apply. My speakers are trapezoidal 7W (front) x 8L x 4W(back) (in inches). The stand plate is 5.5 x 5.5 inch with no hole in the center. My speaker wire comes from the back and is routed to a slot in the pole just under the plate.
665923
They can handle a lot pf power so an extra heavy gauge wire would work. The same rules apply as with any other speaker, really. Use the highest gauge wire within reason, don't use solid wire (use stranded). I would terminate the wires with a ring or fork terminals (preferably insulated with shrink-wrap) to have a nice way to connect to the terminals on the speakers. You can purchase name-brand cables if you wish, but that's a personal choice.
1629846
Speaker wire will fit. With the RCA plugs it will NOT fit. Let me know if you have any other questions.
376201
If the gauge of your speaker wire is between 10 and 24 AWG, it will be fine
1688022
12 gauge speaker wire should do the system justice (14 would probably be fine too, really)! I wouldn't go too crazy with brands or anything though. I hear they sell 12 gauge speaker wire of good quality at Lowes for just $0.27/foot. For the sub-woofer however, splurge for the monster cable connect for 30/40 bucks. You bought yourself a great system... you will not believe the unbelievable, precision sound. Best of luck my friend. -Eric
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The speaker stand comes with a couple different sets of mounting hardware. My speakers have brass threads on the back, and they have an L adapter that allows you to mount your speakers. Alternatively if you had the threads on the bottom, they have hardware for that included as well. They have a couple of different sized screws for mounting too. However I cannot guarantee that they'll work with your speakers, but they include a lot of adapters, hardware, and mounting plates so that these stands are universal. You should not have a problem. Another thing, don't use these stands with super heavy speakers, get the model above these they are only $10 more. The speaker stand comes with a couple different sets of mounting hardware. My speakers have brass threads on the back, and they have an L adapter that allows you to mount your speakers. Alternatively if you had the threads on the bottom, they have hardware for that included as well. They have a couple of different sized screws for mounting too. However I cannot guarantee that they'll work with your speakers, but they include a lot of adapters, hardware, and mounting plates so that these stands are universal. You should not have a problem. Another thing, don't use these stands with super... » Read More The speaker stand comes with a couple different sets of mounting hardware. My speakers have brass threads on the back, and they have an L adapter that allows you to mount your speakers. Alternatively if you had the threads on the bottom, they have hardware for that included as well. They have a couple of different sized screws for mounting too. However I cannot guarantee that they'll work with your speakers, but they include a lot of adapters, hardware, and mounting plates so that these stands are universal. You should not have a problem. Another thing, don't use these stands with super heavy speakers, get the model above these they are only $10 more. « Show Less
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After more than 50 years of reading about, setting up, and listening to stereo systems, I've concluded that thick, lower gauge wires are unnecessary unless the distance between receiver and speaker is especially long. I'm willing to be convinced otherwise by blind tests, but I'm not aware of any. I use 16 gauge now and that is probably overkill, considering that many of my speaker wire runs are less than 10 feet. Do not buy high end (expensive) wire whatever the gauge.
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I have used it on 12 gauge speaker wire, and although the coating on the wire was too gel-like to work well, it did get the job done. How well of a job it does depends on how much tension you are using (you turn a little nob with your fingers to adjust it) and what the coating of the wire is. I believe it could handle all the way up to 4 gauge wire.
1361083
I use and believe in 14 gauge speaker wire. Don't get caught up in brand. Wire is wire.
798407
It handles my 500 watt 12" subs. If your speakers are 1000 watts then I would go with something higher watts. Depends on how loud you want the subs.
1519096
It depends on how far your speakers are to your receiver I used 12 gauge. Here is a link that might help you: http://www.hometheaterforum.com/topic/172172-speaker-wire-what-size/