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Do long interconnects degrade sound?

I recently moved into a new home and I would like to use my Krell 400xi intergrated as a preamp for my main speakers in my living room (PMC OB-1). The Krell has a preamp out. Currently the Krell is powering my main speakers for my plasma in my den. In addition, my source is also in my den. Ideally, I would like to use the Krell for both applications which would mean that I would have to run extremelly long interconnects from my amp in the living room to the Krell in the den. I know XLR's would be best for long runs, but is 50+ feet too long for interconnects?
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howie
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As long as you don't compare the sound you get from using your 50+foot run to the sound you get from using 3ft runs then you should be fine. Either way you can definitely still enjoy your music. Sound, convenience, and looks are all factors to consider. Some of us sacrifice looks and convenience completely for that extra bit of sonic improvement. While others sacrifice a bit of sonic potential for better convenience and or looks.

Depending on the quality of cables you get, 50ft runs can be expensive and could be somewhat of a visual disaster if you're running the cables along the ground. It might be worth getting another preamp. Something to consider though.
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