{"product_id":"audioquest-irish-red-subwoofer-cable-5-0-meter","title":"AudioQuest Irish Red Subwoofer Cable - 5.0 Meter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Subwoofer Cable, and Why Use One Designed for the Job?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA subwoofer cable is an RCA interconnect — a single conductor with a shield around it and an RCA plug at each end. What makes a “subwoofer cable” different is what it has to put up with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signal it carries is the LFE channel — Low Frequency Effects, the dedicated low-frequency mono signal a home theater receiver, processor, or 2-channel preamp sends to a powered subwoofer. The run is usually long, and the path often passes close to AC power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cable engineered for that job uses heavier shielding and rugged connectors. Mechanically, the Irish Red can also be used as a regular RCA interconnect anywhere else in your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Does This Cable Belong in the AudioQuest Subwoofer Line?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Irish Red sits at the midpoint of AudioQuest’s dog-named subwoofer cable family — the line goes Black Lab, Greyhound, Irish Red, Boxer, Husky. It marks the transition from Long-Grain Copper to Perfect-Surface Copper and from gold-plated to silver-plated connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Different About This One?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Irish Red uses solid Perfect-Surface Copper (PSC) conductors. PSC is a higher-purity grade of copper with a smoother, more uniform surface at the conductor level compared to Long-Grain Copper. AudioQuest uses solid-core construction — a single piece of copper rather than many small strands — eliminating strand-to-strand interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RCA connectors are cold-welded and silver-plated. Cold-welding bonds the conductor to the connector contact under high pressure rather than soldering — removing solder, flux, and eutectic alloy from the signal path. Silver plating provides a lower-resistance contact surface than gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dielectric is foamed polyethylene — the same insulation strategy as the lower models, with air pockets that lower dielectric absorption. The shield is improved relative to the entry tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBill Low founded AudioQuest in 1980, and his “Do No Harm” philosophy still drives the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Does This Cable Belong in Your System?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Irish Red is a strong match for mid-to-upper-tier home theater systems and 2.1 setups where you’re investing in quality components and want the subwoofer cable to keep pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-to-upper-tier AV receiver or processor sub-out to a quality home theater subwoofer, 2-channel preamp sub-out to a musical subwoofer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reference-class systems where the Boxer or Husky’s Carbon-Based shielding and DBS would be better matched to the investment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent configuration?\u003c\/strong\u003e If your subwoofer has two RCA inputs labeled L and R, you want the Irish Red Y-cable version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle Sub or Dual Subs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost home theater subwoofers have a single RCA input labeled “LFE.” A standard single-end subwoofer cable like this one connects directly. Some subs have stereo L\/R inputs that internally sum to mono — for those, the Y-cable version is the natural choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSingle-End or Y-Cable — Which One Do I Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe answer comes down to what’s on the back of your subwoofer. Most home theater subs have a single RCA input labeled “LFE” — single-end is what you want. Subs with stereo L\/R RCA inputs need the Y-cable version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/em\u003e AudioQuest cables purchased from an authorized U.S. dealer carry a non-transferable, original-owner limited lifetime warranty. Audio Advisor is an authorized AudioQuest dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep up the line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/search-results\/?q=boxer\"\u003eAudioQuest Boxer\u003c\/a\u003e — adds Carbon-Based Noise-Dissipation System and 72V DBS.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep down the line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/search-results\/?q=greyhound\"\u003eAudioQuest Greyhound\u003c\/a\u003e — same LGC conductor, gold-plated cold-welded RCAs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifferent configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Irish Red Y-cable version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowered subwoofers:\u003c\/strong\u003e See our \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/subwoofers\"\u003esubwoofer collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAV receivers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/av-receivers\"\u003eAV receivers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther AudioQuest cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"%%GLOBAL_ShopPathSSL%%\/shop-cables\"\u003eAudioQuest interconnects, speaker cables, and power cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper (PSC) conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Higher-purity copper with a smoother surface than LGC, solid-core construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold-welded, silver-plated RCA connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-pressure bonding removes solder from the signal path. Silver provides lower-resistance contact than gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoaxial geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e — Continuous shield around a single central conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoamed polyethylene dielectric\u003c\/strong\u003e — Air pockets lower dielectric absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirection-controlled conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Arrow on jacket marks preferred orientation (source → subwoofer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple lengths stocked at Audio Advisor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited lifetime warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — Non-transferable, original-owner, authorized U.S. dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.92em; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; width: 45%;\"\u003eConductor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper (PSC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGeometry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCoaxial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDielectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFoamed Polyethylene\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNoise Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eImproved shield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRCA — cold-welded, silver-plated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSingle-end RCA-to-RCA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDirection Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAvailable Lengths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 12 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f0f4f8;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; font-weight: 600; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLimited lifetime, original owner, authorized U.S. dealer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the difference between the Irish Red and the Greyhound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Irish Red upgrades the conductor from Long-Grain Copper (LGC) to Perfect-Surface Copper (PSC) and moves from gold-plated to silver-plated cold-welded RCA connectors. Silver provides a lower-resistance contact surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a subwoofer cable do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarries the LFE channel from receiver\/processor\/preamp to powered subwoofer. Engineered for long runs in noisy AV environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a regular RCA interconnect instead?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, mechanically. The Irish Red adds PSC conductor quality, cold-welded silver-plated connectors, and long lengths specifically for subwoofer service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat length do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the actual cable route, not straight-line distance. Add slack. When in doubt, go one length up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if my sub has two RCA inputs (L and R)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou want the Y-cable version of the Irish Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-transferable, original-owner limited lifetime warranty. 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