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Tempo Electric Pure Silver Audio Cables



DIY Silver & Gold Wire and Cable Sets
 
 
Similar Size and Oversized Teflon® Jacket for Finished and DIY Cables
Semi-clear is supplied for orders that specify similar size jacketing for interconnects and loudspeaker cables. If you purchase wire with an oversized jacket, we will supply it with the solid color of your choice.
 
Semi-clear (often called "natural") is available in lengths up to 100 feet (30.48 meters). Individual coils without the wire are available, too. Prices vary depending on the gauge.
Semi-Clear PTFE Jacket
Semi-Clear
Oversized 8 Gauge (3.3mm Inside Diameter) PTFE (Teflon®) tubing is available in the colors shown below, in continuous lengths up to 25 feet (7.62 meters).
 
Individual coils without the wire are available for $4 per foot (0.3 meters).

Green, Black, Blue, Red, Yellow

 
 
Prices: Pure Silver Interconnects, Extra Soft Temper, in a PTFE Teflon® Jacket
Unterminated for DIY Interconnects
For the DIYer, who wants to install their own RCA or XLR plugs
 
Note that XLR plugs require 3 wires per side, with an optional braided copper shield (not included), for each complete stereo set.
 
30 Gauge (0.25mm diameter) for Phono up to 9.8 feet
24 Gauge (0.51mm diameter) for Line lengths up to 9.8 feet (3 meters) or Phono longer than 9.8 feet (3 meters)
20 Gauge (0.81mm diameter) for Line lengths over 9.8 feet (3 meters)
Silimar Size Teflon jacket

With Similar Size,
Semi-Clear Teflon Jacket

In sizes that are close to that of the wire gauge, itself, semi-clear is a flexible, economical choice that can be used in any configuration. It can be gently twisted, but is not suitable for braiding.
30 Gauge (0.25mm diameter)
$6 per foot, per Unbalanced stereo set
$19.68 per meter, per Unbalanced stereo set
 
$9 per foot, per Balanced stereo set
$29.52 per meter, per Balanced stereo set
24 Gauge (0.51mm diameter)
$10.00 per foot, per Unbalanced stereo set
$32.80 per meter, per Unbalanced stereo set
 
$15.00 per foot, per Balanced stereo set
$49.20 per meter, per Balanced stereo set
20 Gauge (0.81mm diameter)
$14.40 per foot, per Unbalanced stereo set
$47.23 per meter, per Unbalanced stereo set
 
$21.60 per foot, per Balanced stereo set
$70.85 per meter, per Balanced stereo set
Wire in solid color jacket

Unbalanced sets come with Oversized,
8 Gauge, Solid Color Teflon Jacket

When fabricating interconnects in an oversized jacket, we recommend solid color tubing because of its greater flexibility, when compared to semi-clear. Available in the five colors shown above, at no extra charge.
 
* Balanced sets come with Oversized,
11 Gauge, Semi-Clear Teflon Jacket

When fabricating balanced interconnects in an oversized jacket, the smaller size is required to fit three conductors into an XLR connector barrel.
30 Gauge (0.25mm diameter)
$27.28 per foot, per Unbalanced stereo set
$89.48 per meter, per Unbalanced stereo set
 
$27.28 per foot, per Balanced stereo set *
$89.48 per meter, per Balanced stereo set *
24 Gauge (0.51mm diameter)
$30.72 per foot, per Unbalanced stereo set
$100.76 per meter, per Unbalanced stereo set
 
$30.72 per foot, per Balanced stereo set *
$100.76 per meter, per Balanced stereo set *
20 Gauge (0.81mm diameter)
$  38.40 per foot, per Unbalanced stereo set
$125.95 per meter, per Unbalanced stereo set
 
$  38.40 per foot, per Balanced stereo set *
$125.95 per meter, per Balanced stereo set *

 
 
Recommended Wire Sizes for Rewiring Loudspeakers
For easier installation, use wire with the Similar Size jacket.
Tweeters: Midrange Drivers: Woofers: Sub-Woofers: Jumpers:
20 Gauge 16 Gauge 12 Gauge 10 Gauge 12 or 10 Gauge

Recommended Wire Sizes for Rewiring Electronics
For easier installation, use wire with the Similar Size jacket.
Tonearms: Preamplifiers and Other Source Components: Amplifiers From the Input Socket to the Beginning of the Circuit: Amplifiers Throughout the Amplification Circuit to the Output:
30 Gauge 24 Gauge 24 Gauge 16 Gauge

 
 
Prices: Pure Silver Wire, Extra Soft Temper, including a separate PTFE Teflon® Jacket
Sold by the Foot and by the Meter for DIY Projects
Choose from 5 Different Color Oversized Jackets
99.99% Pure Silver Wire
Extra Soft Temper, Unterminated, including either a similar size or oversized Teflon Jacket for DIY Cables
 
Coiled or cut to size, any length. The Teflon tubing is included as a separate coil.
 
Bare wire coiled
Bare silver wire, coiled
 
 
Wire in a similar size, semi-clear jacket
With Similar Size,
Semi-Clear Teflon Jacket

 
 
Wire in solid color jacket
With Oversized,
Solid Color Teflon Jacket

 
Consult the color chart, above, for a complete selection.
30 Gauge (0.25mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$1.22 per foot (0.3 meters)
$4.00 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$1.50 per foot (0.3 meters)
$4.92 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$6.82 per foot (0.3 meters)
$22.37 per meter (3.28 feet)
28 Gauge (0.32mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$1.47 per foot (0.3 meters)
$4.82 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$1.75 per foot (0.3 meters)
$5.74 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$7.07 per foot (0.3 meters)
23.19 per meter (3.28 feet)
24 Gauge (0.51mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$2.08 per foot (0.3 meters)
$6.82 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$2.50 per foot (0.3 meters)
$8.20 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$7.68 per foot (0.3 meters)
$25.19 per meter (3.28 feet)
20 Gauge (0.81mm diameter) Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$4.00 per foot (0.3 meters)
$13.12 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$4.54 per foot (0.3 meters)
$14.89 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$9.60 per foot (0.3 meters)
$31.49 per meter (3.28 feet)
18 Gauge (1.02mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$6.30 per foot (0.3 meters)
$20.66 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$6.98 per foot (0.3 meters)
$22.89 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$11.90 per foot (0.3 meters)
$39.03 per meter (3.28 feet)
16 Gauge (1.29mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$9.82 per foot (0.3 meters)
$32.21 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$10.50 per foot (0.3 meters)
$34.44 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$15.42 per foot (0.3 meters)
$50.58 per meter (3.28 feet)
14 Gauge (1.63mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$14.20 per foot (0.3 meters)
$46.58 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$15.14 per foot (0.3 meters)
$49.66 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$19.80 per foot (0.3 meters)
$64.94 per meter (3.28 feet)
12 Gauge (2.05mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$23.26 per foot (0.3 meters)
$76.29 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$24.20 per foot (0.3 meters)
$79.38 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$28.86 per foot (0.3 meters)
$94.66 per meter (3.28 feet)
10 Gauge (2.59mm diameter)
 
Bare Wire, No Jacket:
$32.00 per foot (0.3 meters)
$104.96 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Similar Size Jacket:
$33.62 per foot (0.3 meters)
$110.27 per meter (3.28 feet)
 
With Oversized, 8 Gauge Jacket:
$37.60 per foot (0.3 meters)
$123.33 per meter (3.28 feet)
On special order, we can also supply any standard gauge pure silver wire in raw coils, with or without Teflon jacket, from
6 Gauge (13.3mm2) to 30 Gauge (0.25mm diameter). Prices vary with the market and must be prepaid.

 
 
OrderingBecause of the numerous choices and variables, we don't have a shopping cart. Instead we encourage you to telling us exactly what you need and where you are located (US state or country). We usually respond within 24 hours (often sooner) and will try to provide an exact quote, including shipping.
PaymentWe accept payment via MasterCard, Visa, and Discover directly through our secure server form, as well as PayPal.
Shipping & HandlingShipping from the workshop in Troy, NY 12180, USA is additional. Typical rates are $5-$15 (US and Canada); $14-$35 (to all other countries), depending on the total weight, carrier, and destination. Express Mail (EMS) and Registered Mail are available at additional cost. On orders that total less than $15, a $2 handling charge is added.
Warranty10 Years on all parts and labor for fabricated goods
AvailabilityNow! All cable products are cut or made to order, by hand, in our workshop in Troy, New York, USA. Lead time is typically 2 days from order to shipment for unbalanced interconnects and speaker cables, subject to inventory on hand and work orders ahead of yours.
 
Please allow up to two weeks for special orders to arrive, including larger diameter gauge speaker wire and gold wire. Special order materials (wire and connectors) typically take 5 to 7 days for fulfillment from the refinery, plus transit time to you.

Due to the fluctuating market for silver and gold, prices are subject to change (up or down) without notice.
 
 


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30 Day, Risk-Free Trial
 
Try any of the fabricated interconnects or speaker cables at home for 30 days. Make a full evaluation in your own system, at your own convenience, without the pressures of time or sales personnel. If you're not completely satisfied with the improvement, return them in their original condition for a full refund. Certain restrictions apply. Sorry, there are no refunds or returns for DIY cut goods, other than very long coils in original condition.
 

Tempo Electric Custom Audio LLC
PO Box 770
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-0770
USA
+01 (518) 542-7004

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