What cables connect to a subwoofer?

What cables connect to a subwoofer?

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.

Are Alpines good subs?

Yes, alpine subwoofers are good. They have a good frequency response and power handling, and they’re easy to install. They’re also made of durable materials that will last for a long time.

Do I need a special subwoofer cable?

Subwoofers do not require any specific form of audio cabling. The specific type of cable needed to connect a subwoofer to an audio system will depend on the audio input jacks built onto the subwoofer itself.

Does length of subwoofer cable matter?

A Not completely. While you could connect a subwoofer to your receiver using a coaxial cable longer than 20 feet and not experience problems, an RCA cable run that long is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) — especially if it crosses household electrical wires.

Is there a difference between subwoofer cables?

Subwoofer cables are basically the longer and more powerful versions of RCA cables. They have thicker insulating material and more shielding to protect them from interference and noise, which can degrade your audio quality. They also use heavier-gauge wire to prevent power loss.

Do cables matter for subwoofer?

Thus, subwoofer cables do matter as they enhance sound quality through increased shielding added to the cable that serves to improve the analog signal sent through the wires and reduce audio hum that would otherwise be produced.

Can RCA cable be used for subwoofer?

Any single, standard RCA or subwoofer cable should do just fine. However, if the sub is exhibiting a hum with the RCA/sub cable plugged into it, then maybe try using a “shielded” subwoofer cable. One end of the subwoofer/RCA cable will be plugged into the Subwoofer Output on the back of your receiver.