RCA Interconnects - Stinger or something else?

[lowcel]

Oh, I'd just make my own cable if it were a 3' interconnect, but I need a cable to run the length of the car from the head unit to my trunk.

That was just an example, they offer all different sizes.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[SlvrDragon50]

That was just an example, they offer all different sizes.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yea, I saw those. Way too expensive for me with how cheap I went on treating my car haha

I've decided to just go with the Stinger 8000s. It seems like it has everything I need at an affordable price.

[chithead]

Glad we could help

[Jdunk54nl]

Yea, I saw those. Way too expensive for me with how cheap I went on treating my car haha

I've decided to just go with the Stinger 8000s. It seems like it has everything I need at an affordable price.

Ya, even with spending close to $3,000 (that is everything and spread out over 5 years) on my audio in my truck, I still went with the Knu Krystal RCA's. I am sure the other ones would be better, but at the cost difference, would I notice the difference with using my current equipment?

Maybe/maybe not. What I do know is that I chose to spend that money on other things that I figured would make a difference prior to the cables.

I still think there are things (better DSP, better amps, and probably the most important, better install) that are worth improving prior to upgrading cables farther.

[Smitty]

I am currently using the KnuKoncepts Klarity cables but I'm building a very budget system, mainly just to see how good I can do. The whole system will cost less the the OP's amplifier.

I will second the Knu Krystal RCA's. In my opinion those are very nice RCA's and may currently be the best bang for the buck right now.

[Hillbilly SQ]

I run 6 channels of Krystal cables from headunit to processor then Klarity from processor to amps. My only knock on the Krystal cables is the ends are so tight I refuse to unplug them from the processor when I move things around for fear I'll damage the rca jacks on it. I bet you could tow a heavy trailer with the cable on the 4ch rca though.

[SlvrDragon50]

I am currently using the KnuKoncepts Klarity cables but I'm building a very budget system, mainly just to see how good I can do. The whole system will cost less the the OP's amplifier.

I will second the Knu Krystal RCA's. In my opinion those are very nice RCA's and may currently be the best bang for the buck right now.

I run 6 channels of Krystal cables from headunit to processor then Klarity from processor to amps. My only knock on the Krystal cables is the ends are so tight I refuse to unplug them from the processor when I move things around for fear I'll damage the rca jacks on it. I bet you could tow a heavy trailer with the cable on the 4ch rca though.

The only reason why I hesitated on the Knu cables was that they actually didn't have great ratings on Amazon. Which I figure if an "amateur" crowd is not rating a product well, then it might seriously have flaws. I have Stinger 4000s in my dad's car which seem to work just fine, but I wanted something a bit more sturdy. I got the Stinger 8000s for only $38 on eBay with a coupon, and then I had a free $10 coupon from cash back so all in all, just a bit more expensive than a Stinger 4000!

Now I just need for it to get warmer so I can actually work on my car again. Can't imagine trying to do an install in sub freezing temps and trying to weave cable in and out of holes.

[Smitty]

The only reason why I hesitated on the Knu cables was that they actually didn't have great ratings on Amazon. Which I figure if an "amateur" crowd is not rating a product well, then it might seriously have flaws. I have Stinger 4000s in my dad's car which seem to work just fine, but I wanted something a bit more sturdy. I got the Stinger 8000s for only $38 on eBay with a coupon, and then I had a free $10 coupon from cash back so all in all, just a bit more expensive than a Stinger 4000!

It's all good. You gotta get what you like. I've seen guys pay what I think is ridiculous amounts for cable simply because they like the looks. I can respect that. For what its worth, I also have some Stinger 4000 series in my dad's truck. They have been in there for eight years and I just recently had to reseat them due to connection problems but they still work once cleaned.

[SlvrDragon50]

It's all good. You gotta get what you like. I've seen guys pay what I think is ridiculous amounts for cable simply because they like the looks. I can respect that. For what its worth, I also have some Stinger 4000 series in my dad's truck. They have been in there for eight years and I just recently had to reseat them due to connection problems but they still work once cleaned.

Just got my 8000s. They are indeed directional AND shielded! I think these are probably the best bang for the buck!

[DavidRam]

Just got my 8000s. They are indeed directional AND shielded! I think these are probably the best bang for the buck!

I like the locking feature, that's pretty unique... I have the 9000 series now, but I had the 8000 before and really like them.