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If you're looking for the best speaker cable for your guitar amp, or looking for a bass amp speaker cable, look no further! Our heavy-duty cables are manufactured and milled here in the United States and hand soldered in Missoula, Montana!

Our speaker cables use a pair of 12AWG Bare Copper conductors, ensuring great flow to the cabinets. We feel that a 12 gauge speaker wire is the best speaker wire for our cables. These are the definition of beefy and burly! We terminate these cables with our Switchcraft 188 Jumbo Straight Nickel Plugs, and for you bass players out there, we also offer Neutrik SpeakOn connectors.

You can mix and match your connectors (Switchcraft 188 to Neutrik SpeakOn, for example). Just select the appropriate plug configuration. If you require a custom speaker cable or something different (XLR or G&H Right Angle 1/4"), you can submit a custom build request, and we might be able to help you with this specific build!

Just like our instrument cables, these can be weaved or left bare. We just typical lengths - 3' is the most common length for speaker cable, but if you require more length (3' and 6' combination is great for full-stack configuration). We also offer 10' lengths when the head/amp needs to be away from the speaker cabinet. If you have specific length not listed, please send a custom build request and we can help you!

When it comes to getting the best signal from your amplifier to your cabinet, consider our high-quality guitar Speaker Cables / bass speaker cables!

Instrument cable vs. speaker cable – what's the difference?

Even though both cables look pretty similar from the outside, they are drastically different internally. An instrument cable is based on a coaxial cable. A coax cable has internal braided or spiral copper shielding, and at the center of that, there is a protected primary conductor wire. The primary instrument signal flows through the center conductor while the shielding protects the signal from any outside RF (Radio Frequencies) entering the signal.

A speaker cable typically has two thick wires connecting to the tip and sleeve of the 1/4" phono plug – one for positive and one for negative. There is typically no shielding in a speaker cable.

How to tell the difference between speaker cable and instrument cable.

If you have a cable and are unsure if this is an instrument cable or speaker cable, there are a couple of clues to look for. Rolling the cable firmly with your finger, you may feel the two wires depending on how firm the outer PVC is. If you still can't determine, you'll need to open the plug and possibly pull back the strain relief heat shrink. Hopefully, you can see wire connecting to the shield (ground) or if there is twisted shielding connected to it. If you see the shielding connected to ground, then it's most likely an instrument cable. If you're seeing a dedicated wire connected to it, it's probably a speaker cable.

Can you use an instrument cable as a speaker cable?

This is a great question and is highly misunderstood with guitar and bass players. We wrote a very in-depth article – "Can you use instrument cables as speaker cables". All of your questions will be answered in this great article.


  • Dual conductor 99.99% BC.
  • DC Resistance 1.6 ohms/MFT
  • 2x 12AWG stranded conductors.
  • Cable milled in the United States.
  • Cable hand-assembled in Missoula, Montana
  • SKU: SKU-ECB8EAB8

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No, our cables are not directional. If you're purchasing a Snake Head, the Snake Head portion should be on the instrument side, but that only is cosmetic. The cable will work fine if plugged in any direction.
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We have a variety of wire mills that we work with. All of the wire mills we work with our in the United States. We take extreme pride that our cable is milled in the United States and hand assembled here in Missoula, Montana.
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You technically can, but speaker cable is un-shielded. It can be extremely noisy if used as an instrument cable. I would not recommend it.
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You should never do this. Instrument cables use a very low amount of voltage on a thin conductor (20AWG). Our speaker cables use a pair of 12AWG conductors to safely conduct the higher voltage to your speaker cabinet.
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The nature of how signal is transported in a speaker cable is different than instrument cables. Cable capacitance is not an issue.
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The weave is a poly-weave, meaning it's a plastic polymer-based weave. We use a variety of brands, but primarily TechFlex. It's designed to be heat and abrasion resistant. It is not a cloth/fabric weave, which tends to fray and stain easily.

Logan T. - First off, Rattlesnake Cables customer service is unmatched! And the quality is superb. I put in for a custom loom request and the next day Hank called me personally to chat about it. I was so impressed with the customer service and build quality I...
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Stetson K. - Upgraded my guitar rig with these. Excellent quality! Didn't think it was possible to be this excited about cables until I got my first batch of rattlesnake cables showed up.
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Mike W. - I used to believe that as long as cables were built well, they were all basically the same. I didn't have Mog***I or any crazy big names, but my cables were decent and that seemed fine. Then I bought 2 Snakehead instrument cables, a speaker cable,...
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Sam S. - Recently I received a Rattlesnake Cable Company 3' speakon cable for my Ampeg SVT 4 Pro. Man was I blown away! The quality of this cable is unmatched. The craftsmanship is top notch. The rattlesnake wrap is too cool. You can really hear the...
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Joe W. - Thank You first of all For great service and helping me buy the amazing cables . i've been buying those cheaper guitar cables from the usual places even amazon last a few gigs and done. Rattlesnake cables are solid piece of art and quality i recently...
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William I. - We spend a lot of money on guitars, pickups, mics, mixers, amps, & speakers - then connect with low-grade cables. A friend gave me a Rattlesnake guitar cable for Christmas. My tube amp tone is now where I want it. The mic cable I ordered has been a...
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Frank W. - Recently picked up a 6 foot speaker cable. I ordered the Dirty Tweed Weave. From the tip of the jacks to the shrink wrap, the outer weave and wire quality inside, this looks like the type of cable that supplies highest quality and will last forever....
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Ty M. - The entire product line is focused on quality materials, pro attention to detail and unparalleled performance. It's good!
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What Logan T. Said...


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First off, Rattlesnake Cables customer service is unmatched! And the quality is superb. I put in for a custom loom request and the next day Hank called me personally to chat about it. I was so impressed with the customer service and build quality I immediately sent another customer request to have them build out the patch cables for my pedalboard as a former long time George L Cables user. They cut down the noise on my board and with the pancake connectors I've freed up some space to kick the cluttered traffic jam look of my board. And the lifetime warranty is a peace of mind that I am grateful for. I'll be planning to add another instrument cable, speaker cable, and two power cables for my amp and pedal power supply. Make the switch— THIS IS YOUR CABLE COMPANY.

Thoughts about our Service:

Top notch. Rattlesnake Cables customer service is unmatched.

What was purchased:

Custom Loom, and full custom patch cable build out for my board.

What Stetson K. Said...


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Upgraded my guitar rig with these. Excellent quality! Didn't think it was possible to be this excited about cables until I got my first batch of rattlesnake cables showed up.

Thoughts about our Service:

Customer service was excellent. Hank reached out to me on a weekend not long after I submitted a custom order form for a loom. Talked me through what I was considering purchasing and then made it happen. Showed up on my doorstep just a few days later.

What was purchased:

[product type="4x4-junction-box"]4 way junction box
Custom loom
Instrument cables
Speaker cables

What Mike W. Said...


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I used to believe that as long as cables were built well, they were all basically the same. I didn't have Mog***I or any crazy big names, but my cables were decent and that seemed fine. Then I bought 2 Snakehead instrument cables, a speaker cable, and an IEC cables from Rattlesnake and took them to the studio. Swapping those 4 cables...and doing nothing else...showed a -2db drop in the noise floor on my rig. An SM57 into a preamp into a DAW, with digital metering, does not lie or exaggerate. My rig shed -2db of noise just by adding 4 Rattlesnake cables! Once I picked my jaw up off the control room floor, I ordered Ultraflex cables to repatch my pedalboard with. The following weekend, my band Trash Diva played the annual MacRock fest. Bands we've known for years and played with many times complimented my tone and the clarity of my sound for the first time ever. Friends, I'm the same player I always was, the only thing that changed was Rattlesnake Cables. I used to believe that all cables were basically the same, but after using them live and in the studio, the only thing I believe about cables now is that mine are going to come exclusively from Rattlesnake.

Thoughts about our Service:

Excellent, so far above average, literally couldn't ask for friendlier more responsive folks.

What was purchased:

30ft Snakehead instrument cables, 3ft speaker cable, 6ft IEC cable, several Ultraflex patch cables

What Sam S. Said...


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Recently I received a Rattlesnake Cable Company 3' speakon cable for my Ampeg SVT 4 Pro. Man was I blown away! The quality of this cable is unmatched. The craftsmanship is top notch. The rattlesnake wrap is too cool. You can really hear the difference between a cheap store brand cable and a Rattlesnake cable! From now on, I am ONLY using Rattlesnake Cable Company cables!

Thoughts about our Service:

From the beginning of the order, to the fulfillment, I had contact with Rattlesnake. Hank made sure that I had exactly what I needed. I will always buy my cables from Rattlesnake because they actually care about their customers.

What was purchased:

3' speakon speaker cable

What Joe W. Said...


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Thank You first of all For great service and helping me buy the amazing cables . i've been buying those cheaper guitar cables from the usual places even amazon last a few gigs and done. Rattlesnake cables are solid piece of art and quality i recently purchased speaker cables and 1 15ft and 25ft cables all mean green i just got them so i will review again on the road test and let you know but for my monster rig i noticed a signal boost from my old cables so im already pleased with the quality . Now i know why we all need great cables thank you Hank and Team Rattlesnake

Thoughts about our Service:

service was great and fast also note i will post more pics but this rig has the speaker cables installed Thank you

What was purchased:

2 3ft speaker cables 1 15ft and 25ft guitar cables and a Rattlesnake T shirt

What William I. Said...


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We spend a lot of money on guitars, pickups, mics, mixers, amps, & speakers - then connect with low-grade cables. A friend gave me a Rattlesnake guitar cable for Christmas. My tube amp tone is now where I want it. The mic cable I ordered has been a game changer, especially for my condenser mics. Big bold tone now. They look professional and get lots of compliments at gigs. I will replace every cable with Rattlesnake over this next year!

Thoughts about our Service:

Great advice, fast production and shipping.

What was purchased:

Guitar cables, xlr cables, speaker cables.

What Frank W. Said...


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Recently picked up a 6 foot speaker cable. I ordered the Dirty Tweed Weave. From the tip of the jacks to the shrink wrap, the outer weave and wire quality inside, this looks like the type of cable that supplies highest quality and will last forever. This was my first purchase from Rattlesnake. And from the looks of it, I plan on buying more patch cable and guitar cable Very satisfied !

Thoughts about our Service:

Fast response. Good Communication.

What was purchased:

6 foot speaker cable in Dirty Tweed

What Ty M. Said...


Testimonial:

The entire product line is focused on quality materials, pro attention to detail and unparalleled performance. It's good!

Thoughts about our Service:

RCC knows and understands customer care, not just customer service.

What was purchased:

This is my second 3' 12 gauge speaker cable. The first I grabbed at The Bass Shop Seattle and the second at the Rattlesnake Cable Company office. Hank is a great dude!
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GuitarRebel
GuitarRebel
6/15/2025
As a contract musician who sometimes plays several different venues a week, continually unwrapping and wrapping cords can cause disfigurement over time, so I opted to go with a heavier duty cable. A reputable bass player on a popular bass forum recommended Rattlesnake Cables for their build quality... Read
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9/4/2020
Indestructible and great sounding cables, reasonably priced with great customer service. I doubt if the ones I already have will ever fail, but I'm sure I'll find a reason to buy more of them eventually!
Drake Barker
Drake Barker
8/11/2024
Actually the best. The Rattlesnake cables have changed the game for me. The tonal clarity that these cables bring are unparalleled. These cables are also so reliable that you can always trust that they will work. The products are amazing and the customer service is remarkable too. Hank and the team... Read
GuitarRebel
GuitarRebel
6/15/2025
As a contract musician who sometimes plays several different venues a week, continually unwrapping and wrapping cords can cause disfigurement over time, so I opted to go with a heavier duty cable. A reputable bass player on a popular bass forum recommended Rattlesnake Cables for their build quality and durability, so I decided to give them a look. First impressions are important and I loved their web store layout. A minimal amount of clicking brought me where I wanted to be and I was able to customize what I wanted. Checkout was a breeze. Easy peasy. The quick shipping kind of caught me off-guard, but was welcomed. When the box arrived a couple of days later, I opened it to discover my cables in a cool bag and a personal note and autographed paper pad as well. I wasted no time in putting my new 10' cable through the paces as I had a gig that evening and am happy to report the cable is solid as a rock and I can see why it comes with a lifetime guarantee. It's made for whatever kind of abuse you want to give it. I suspect it'll be much easier to lose it or have it stolen than it will be for it to quit working one day. Now I've owned good cables before, but I've never received the level of customer support as I did with this purchase. Not only did I get a personalized email from Hank asking how my purchase experience was, but the next morning when I come dragging in from my gig, there was a personalized video from him in my email inbox. To me, that in itself personifies what a great company would do to make sure they had a satisfied customer base. From this point forward, all my cables will be Rattlesnakes.
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9/4/2020
Indestructible and great sounding cables, reasonably priced with great customer service. I doubt if the ones I already have will ever fail, but I'm sure I'll find a reason to buy more of them eventually!
Drake Barker
Drake Barker
8/11/2024
Actually the best. The Rattlesnake cables have changed the game for me. The tonal clarity that these cables bring are unparalleled. These cables are also so reliable that you can always trust that they will work. The products are amazing and the customer service is remarkable too. Hank and the team have really created something special. If you are on the fence about buying anything from them, you definitely should and you won’t regret it!


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