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Which is better longer xlr or speaker cable

I have just purchased my first mono amps (Nuforce Reference 9V2SE's) giving me some new cable options. Currently I run a one meter pair of XLR and then four 5 meter pairs, as I biwire, of speaker cable. With the mono's now I can also do a 5 meter xlr and short speaker cables.

Which should produce better sound. And for equal sound quality, which should be less expensive. Any recommendations for a reasonable cost way to do this? I would like to get in new or used for under $500 for whatever additional stuff I have to buy. In option one I will need new speaker cable, in option two, new IC xlr. Is it OK to have different lengths of cable, probably 3 meters to the closer speaker?
Thanks
gammajo

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clio09
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I just went through this scenario myself after obtaining a set of VAC monoblocks. I opted for the shorter speaker cables.

The Mogami suggestion is a good one. You could also look into the Oyaide PA-1. I picked up a set of each and both are nice cables that won't break the bank.
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