"Reverse" Bi-Wire Question


I have two monoblocks that have dual sets of binding posts (1 channel of input only, but both sets of binding posts are active).

Is there any potential harm to my amps or speakers if I use bi-wire cables and attach the 4 terminations to the *amp* and the 2 terminations to the non-bi-wirable speakers?

If there is no potential harm, is there any potential benefit to such a configuration, or would it be advisable to switch to a single wire set up (my speakers are not bi-wireable).
girardian

Showing 1 response by elizabeth

Look inside the amp.
If the binding posts are connected together, or from one spot on the circuit board, then no problem.
I would ask an expert if they come from different spots on the circuit board. The amp may not be happy having the two separate circuits basically shorted together.