The QRW25 bridges the gap between home audio equipment and professional speakers, designed for musicians and audio enthusiasts who need to connect PA speakers with 1/4" inputs to amplifiers or receivers with binding post outputs. This 25-foot cable solves a common connectivity problem in mixed audio setups.

This speaker cable features raw wire terminals on one end and a 1/4" connector on the other, enabling direct connection between different connector types without adapters. The 16-gauge wire construction delivers reliable signal transfer for both home and live sound applications.

Built with shielded 16-gauge wire and PVC jacketing, the QRW25 resists interference and handles regular setup and teardown. The 25-foot length provides flexibility for stage setups, home theater installations, or connecting speakers across rooms. The black jacket keeps cable runs discrete in permanent installations.

Use this cable to connect powered speakers with 1/4" inputs to home receivers, integrate PA speakers into home audio systems, or bridge older amplifiers with modern speaker designs. It's particularly useful for musicians who use PA speakers in practice spaces connected to home audio gear.

The cable terminates with standard red and black raw wire leads that connect to amplifier binding posts, while the opposite end features a 1/4" TS connector for speaker inputs. No additional adapters required.

Seismic Audio backs the QRW25 with a one-year warranty, and orders typically ship within one business day for quick project completion.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment does this cable connect?

This cable connects amplifiers or receivers with binding post outputs (red/black terminals) to speakers with 1/4" inputs. It's commonly used to connect home audio receivers to PA speakers, or to integrate powered monitors into home theater systems. The raw wire end connects to your amp's speaker terminals, while the 1/4" end plugs into your speaker.

Is 16-gauge wire sufficient for speaker connections?

Yes, 16-gauge wire handles most home and small venue speaker applications effectively. This gauge supports adequate power transfer for typical PA speakers and home audio setups without significant signal loss over 25 feet. For very high-powered systems or longer runs, consider heavier gauge options.

Can I use this cable for powered speakers?

This cable is designed for passive speaker connections between amplifiers and speakers. Do not use it to connect powered/active speakers, as those require standard audio cables (not speaker cables) and could be damaged by speaker-level signals. Check your speaker manual to confirm whether it's passive or powered.

Will this work with my home stereo receiver?

If your receiver has traditional binding post speaker terminals (the red and black clips or screw terminals), then yes. The raw wire ends connect to these terminals, while the 1/4" end connects to your speaker. This setup is common when using PA speakers for home audio or connecting studio monitors to consumer receivers.

How do I properly connect the raw wire end?

Strip the wire ends if needed, then connect the marked positive wire (usually red or marked) to your amplifier's positive (red) terminal, and the negative wire to the negative (black) terminal. Ensure tight connections and matching polarity on both channels for proper stereo imaging and to avoid phase issues.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov