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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 1999 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars

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97%would recommend to a friend

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Customers value the product's high quality and ease of use, frequently describing it as a great, heavy-duty speaker wire. They also appreciate its optimal 16 gauge and suitable length for installation. While customers praise the absence of buzz or distortion, some have noted that the markings are nearly invisible and the wire is not color-coded.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great speaker wire!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Rocketfish is known for quality products, this spool of copper speaker wire is no exception. The wire carries power well among my home audio system and is very malleable making it easy to work with when setting up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No cap these audio speaker cables are amazing

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Definitely heard the difference from my typical audio cable that ive been using for the past 10 years and the audio sound is best and cleanest i have have had my speaker put out Definitely a must buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good stuff

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The marquee features start with the M1 Pro chip, a seriously super-charged upgrade over the M1 chips that upped speeds and battery life last

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Typical speaker wire

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its your typical speaker wire. But it gives tge speakers a good sound. The wire is rather thin. So make sure you use one guage measurement above on tge wire stripper.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got the job done swift and effectively. Compatible with banana plugs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great, Easy to fish through walls.

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Working great with my Dolby 5.1.2 Setup, Using a Denon Receiver with Klipsch speakers. No issues or feedback noise that I can hear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A good product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bring enough cable to make installations of no more than 3 meters for 4 speakers. very good stuff.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    speaker wire

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    [Employee of bestbuy] Speaker wire transfers audio signal very well...would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Speaker Wire

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have started using my stereo with this connecting filament and it is working properly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cord Cable

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Have a good color and help a lot in my installation

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wire

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best long wire thank you best buy for this long speekers wire

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent if you need something today. Too expensive

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's decent enough. Gets reduced a star because it's too expensive for what it is.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Satisfactory but overpriced

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Decent cable but way overpriced for the quality. I ended up buying some 10ga ofc wire for not much more and is much better. If you're needing something temporary and don't mind overpaying it fits the bill

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from RocketfishCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your feedback, Jonathan. We understand your perspective on the pricing of the Rocketfish™ - 50' 16 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Wire. We appreciate you sharing your honest opinion. We'll take your feedback into consideration. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! - Mae | Rocketfish Support BBY-ExBrand_RocketFish

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Wire

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Too tooto thick , nice price tho. It’s for sale if you’d like to purchase it from me .

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from RocketfishCustomerSupport
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      Thanks, Lewis! Appreciate the honesty—sounds like the wire was a bit more than you needed, but glad the price was right. Hope someone takes you up on that offer!
      — Shiela | Rocketfish Support BBY-ExBrand_RocketFish

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Gauge, Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wired up

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Rocketfish 16-Gauge Speaker Wire is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enhance their audio setup. It delivers excellent quality and performance at a great price. The wire is durable yet flexible, making it easy to work with during installation. Whether you’re running it through walls or just connecting speakers in a home theater system, the wire bends easily without feeling flimsy or prone to damage. The quality of the insulation is top-notch, offering great protection against interference. Most importantly, the sound quality is excellent. The 16-gauge thickness ensures a clean, uninterrupted signal, resulting in crisp, clear audio with no noticeable loss in sound. It’s ideal for powering both bookshelf and floor-standing speakers, handling various setups effortlessly. I also appreciate the pre-marked polarity, which makes it incredibly simple to ensure a proper connection. It’s a small feature that saves a lot of time and frustration during setup. Overall, the Rocketfish

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from RocketfishCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for sharing your detailed and positive experience with the Rocketfish™ 50' 16 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Wire! We're delighted to hear that it has enhanced your audio setup with excellent quality and performance. Your insights on its durability, flexibility, and sound quality are incredibly valuable. We're also glad that the pre-marked polarity feature made your installation easier. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and will surely help others in their decision-making process. If you have any more thoughts or experiences to share, we'd love to hear them! Jeth | Rocketfish™ Support.  https://www.bestbuy.com/site/rocketfish-50-16-gauge-pure-copper-speaker-wire-clear/6404075.p?skuId=6404075 BBY-ExBrand_RocketFish

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great quality wire for home theater setup

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I picked up the Rocketfish™ - 100' 16 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Wire - Clear for my home theater setup, and it’s been exactly what I needed. First off, the fact that it’s pure copper (not copper-clad aluminum) is a big deal. You get better signal transfer and less resistance, which helps keep the sound clean—especially over longer runs. The 100-foot spool gave me plenty of wire to run to all my speakers without having to splice anything, which made the install a lot cleaner. I also liked that it has clear insulation with polarity markings, so it’s easy to keep everything wired correctly when you’re working behind a receiver or running lines through a room. It’s flexible enough to work with, but still feels durable—not cheap or flimsy. Stripping the ends was easy, and it pairs well with banana plugs if you want a cleaner connection. Pros: Pure copper (better than cheap CCA wire) Easy to work with and strip Clear markings for correct polarity Plenty of length for full setups Solid build quality for the price Cons: 16 gauge is great for most setups, but for really long runs or high-power systems, you might want to step up to 14 gauge Basic wire—no fancy insulation or in-wall rating Bottom line: If you’re wiring up a home theater like I did (especially something similar to a Yamaha receiver setup), this is a great value wire that just works. Nothing flashy—but solid, reliable, and does exactly what it’s supposed to do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Quality, Speaker wire

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Speaker wire

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent quality, Unrolls easily. Was plenty wire to hook up surround speakers in a 16x16 foot room. However polarity printing difficult to see in low light, would've preferred a white a white or brightly colored line.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from RocketfishCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for your feedback, JamesM! We're pleased to hear that you found the Rocketfish™ 50' 16 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Wire to be of excellent quality and easy to unroll. We appreciate your suggestion regarding the polarity printing, and we're glad the wire met your needs for setting up your surround speakers. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we value your input. Jeth | Rocketfish™ Support. BBY-ExBrand_RocketFish

  • Pros mentioned:
    Length, Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    RocketFish Speaker Wire

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to work with and good quality for the price. Clear insulation shows the copper which is aesthetically pleasing for my taste. No red or black wires just one side having the "+" symbol so be sure you understand which side is which. Plenty of length for a smaller home theater set up. Will need more length if you are wanting to run wire through walls/ceiling or further away for rear speakers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from RocketfishCustomerSupport
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      Thank you, Chuck, for your detailed feedback on the Rocketfish™ 30' 16 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Wire! We're glad to hear that you found it easy to work with and appreciated the clear insulation showing the copper. Your insights about the length and the "+" symbol are very helpful. We appreciate you sharing your experience and look forward to any additional thoughts you might have! Jeth | Rocketfish™ Support. BBY-ExBrand_RocketFish

  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I wish I bought this speaker wire along time ago

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My speakers were cutting out, and after switching receivers with the same problem, I finally decided to try thicker gauge wire. Usually, my fixes don't work, but this time it did! The wire is harder to slice, but with the right wire cutters it was easy to do. They were harder to connect to the speakers because of the thickness, but I got it to work. Anyway, I cranked ELO's "Living Thing" and "Mr. Blue Sky" and not only did the speakers not cut out, the sound had improved noticibly.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great wiring

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this for KEF Q150 speakers. Works perfect. I like that even though it is thick, it is very flexible, not stiff at all. Clear casing is a nice, noninvasive look, the copper blends in with neutral colors well. Very solid, thick casing and copper wiring. Sound is excellent. Make sure you have the right tools for removing casing from the ends of the wire so you don't cut off a few of the braided wires like I initially did haha.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from RocketfishCustomerSupport
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      Thank you for sharing your positive experience with the Rocketfish™ 30' 16 Gauge Pure Copper Speaker Wire! We're glad to hear that it works perfectly with your KEF Q150 speakers and that you appreciate its flexibility and clear casing. Your tip about having the right tools for removing the casing is very helpful. We value your feedback and are delighted that you're enjoying excellent sound quality. If you have any more insights or experiences to share, we'd love to hear them! Jeth | Rocketfish™ Support. https://www.bestbuy.com/site/rocketfish-30-16-gauge-pure-copper-speaker-wire-clear/6404070.p?skuId=6404070 BBY-ExBrand_RocketFish