Speaker Cable-The Best of the Cheap?

If by sheathing you are referring to the outer expandable braided sleeving, then CableOrganizer.com is a great source, and the sleeving comes in a wide variety of colors.

IMO, it doesn't do a thing to the sound of the cord, but it makes them more cosmetically appealing.

Also, Ramelectronics.net is a good source for speaker terminations, crimping sleeves and crimp tools.

Spend a bit more and contact Greg Straly fro reality cables

"Just like audio gear, a $1,000 Speaker Cable will no doubt NOT sound 10 times better than a $100 one."

I cringe when I read that argument, which I've even seen in professional reviews. The relationship between price and performance is not linear and who would ever expect it to be? Of course it's all diminshing returns! The question is not whether a $1,000 cable sounds 10 times better than a $100 cable, it is whether it sounds $900 better TO YOU.

Off soapbox, and not meant as a snipe at Markd51.

The soft gray finish of the 4s11 is reasonably attractive and I've never bothered to sheath it but it's certainly a possibility if you want to make the cable less obtrusive by matching a carpet color, for instance, or more obtrusive if you're making some kind of fashion statement.

The brand of sheathing you most often see is Techflex. You can google that and find lots of information and sources. One easy source is Parts Express but there are many others.

Yes Drubin, you are correct in what you say, and it was a poor anology for myself to use-say. (I should know better!)

My goal at this point is to DIY four 10 foot runs of good, but inexpensive cable that will run from 2 main amps, to 4 speakers. At this point in time, I'm on a bit of a limited budget unfortunately.

Because of this, I think most will understand why I'm trying to keep costs very reasonable.

Some really great advice you all have given, and I thank you all again for your wonderful input, advice, and opinions! Mark