The problem is oxidation. When the wire oxidizes it is unable to transfer any signal. Some cables oxidize faster than others, but ALL cables will oxidize. It is a bad idea to use unterminated wire, don't do it...
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Bare naked or...?
Is there a big difference between bare speaker cables over terminated ones? Can anyone tell me if really terminations can effect sound quality a lot? If yes, what is the most common problem? Also, squeezing bare cables on tighten bolts can "compress" or "compromise" sound?
Thanks for any suggestion from a confused audiophiler.
Thanks for any suggestion from a confused audiophiler.