Cable question

[Wayne8]

I've picked up a powered monitor and plan on hooking it up to the monitor out on my PA. Should I use instrument cable or speaker cable?

[fivestringgecko]

Originally Posted by Wayne8

I've picked up a powered monitor and plan on hooking it up to the monitor out on my PA. Should I use instrument cable or speaker cable?

Since you're (edit) NOT using it for power, you'll be fine with a standard instrument cable.

Sorry... forgot the word "not"... VERY important! Whoops!

5sg.

[modulusman]

What brand/model of monitor? Most powered speakers use a standard mic cord. Some will work with an instrument cable. Do not use a speaker cable.

[fivestringgecko]

Originally Posted by modulusman

What brand/model of monitor? Most powered speakers use a standard mic cord. Some will work with an instrument cable. Do not use a speaker cable.

Edited my original post. Forgot the word "not." Duh! Makes a HUGE difference!

Modulus makes a good point, your setup might use XLR cables. If that's the case, you won't have to worry about instrument vs. speaker cables.

5sg.

[TimmyP]

Depending on the make and model of the mixer and the speaker, you'll want an XLR mic cable, a 1/4" TRS cable, or a cable with a TRS on one end and an XLR on the other.

RTFM for specifics.