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Bulk XLR cable recommendations

I’m planning run a long XLR cable in-wall from control Rack to entertainment room around 70 feet. Any good cables recommendation? Considering Supera EFF-I but not sure if this good for my current and future components.
Current setup in  Control Rack Oppo 203 — Macintosh MX122 — MC205 — Entertainment Room B&W 800 D3

planning add MC-611 or 1.25 in entertainment room to power up 800 D3, supposed will adding pre-amp before mono block to enjoy stereo sound. 

Thank you
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bitginsiu OP
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@nekoaudio Thank you so much. very helpful info. 
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nekoaudio
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@bitginsiu the building code may differ where you live, but the Blue Jeans article on in-wall cable ratings should help.
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bitginsiu OP
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Thank you mike, I will take a look as well
mike_in_nc
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I recommend Mogami W2549. Excellent quality at prices that are not inflated. It may sound different from some boutique cables, but it won't sound worse.

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bitginsiu OP
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Thank you adg101, I hear Canare and Mogami is a good cable for XLR before. just I don't know which model is better. Thanks for your suggestion.  
adg101
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If your components are truly balance you’ll probably be ok but that is a long run and as mentioned I’d look into shortening if possible. They do these kinds of runs at live events all the time with single mic cable or in a snake. I’d recommend Canare as it’s a great cable, affordable, very flexible and sounds very good. Lots of places to purchase but this is one.

https://www.redco.com/Canare-L-4E6S.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMImqKGz-Os6QIVpf_jBx0ZCglAEAAYAiAAEgKcWfD_B...
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bitginsiu OP
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Hi Nekoaudio, can you tell more about the standards? What level I need to find?
Thank you
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bitginsiu OP
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Thanks Lalitk, due to difficult to drill 1” on every hole in every stub, I will run the cable first and install Connector when everything done.
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nekoaudio
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Don't forget to check for CL2, CL3, or Plenum since you're planning to run them in-wall.
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lalitk
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Signal Cable, great quality and budget friendly. 
http://www.signalcable.com/analog_interconnects.html
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bitginsiu OP
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Hello Tweak1, I can't move the Receiver near to the speaker. since there are some home automation equipment connected. Extend the XLR is the only solution to increase the power to the speaker. Thank so much your advise.
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bitginsiu OP
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Hi Tantejuut, Thanks for your recommendation, I will searching about Van Damme Tour for consideration. 
tweak1
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If at all possible consider shorter alternatives, like repositioning one or the other. My system has been true balanced for 10+ years. Even 1 M XLRs sound different from one another

The magic is in the midrange, most less expensive XLRs lack it
tantejuut
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Van Damme Tour Grade Classic XKE Starquad. XLPE insulation, low dielectric constant, OFC copper with a few silver plated strands for sparkle, star quad geometry with high noise reduction capabilities. Budget friendly. Grimm TPR is also very good for the money. 
 
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