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- Lifetime warranty
- Free shipping on orders $25+
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Which length do I need?
- 3–6 ftReceiver to front speakers on the same console or shelf
- 10–15 ftCenter channel or front speakers across a TV wall
- 25–35 ftRear surrounds in a typical living room
- 50 ft +In-wall, ceiling or outdoor runs; consider a bulk spool
Tip: measure the path the wire will follow, not the straight line, and add 10–15% for slack.
GEARit 16 Gauge Speaker Wire is a budget-friendly 16/2 copper-clad aluminum cable for home theater, bookshelf speakers, and car audio. A flexible jacket, printed foot markings, and a polarity stripe make every install quick and clean, in black, white, or five translucent colors.
Features
- 16 AWG 2-conductor: The right size for bookshelf speakers, rear surrounds, and car audio on runs under 50 ft.
- Copper-clad aluminum (CCA): Lightweight, flexible, and cost-effective for short indoor runs.
- Foot markings on the jacket: Measure each run right off the spool. No tape measure needed.
- Polarity stripe: Keeps positive and negative clear at both ends.
- Flexible PVC jacket: Bends around corners and furniture without kinking, and protects the conductors from wear.
- Easy cut and strip: Ready for bare-wire terminals, banana plugs, spade tips, or pin connectors.
- Translucent color options: Color-code car audio channels or match your setup.
Best For
- Bookshelf speakers and rear surrounds
- Car audio speakers and color-coded channel runs
- Desktop and small-room audio systems
- Budget projects and short indoor runs
CCA or OFC?
- CCA is a cost-effective choice for short indoor runs and lower-power systems. For runs over 50 ft, higher-power amplifiers, or in-wall installs, choose GEARit OFC or CL2/CL3-rated speaker wire.
Specifications
- Gauge: 16 AWG
- Conductors: 2
- Conductor: Copper-clad aluminum (CCA), stranded
- Jacket: Flexible PVC with foot markings and polarity stripe
- Colors: Black, White, Translucent Black Blue, Green, Purple, Red, Yellow
- Lengths: 50, 100, 200, 500 ft (black and white); 100 ft (translucent colors)
- Use: Indoor home and car audio
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Limited lifetime warranty and 30-day money-back guarantee. Free shipping on orders $25+.
Not rated for in-wall or outdoor installation.
Specifications
Built to spec.
| Gauge | 16 AWG |
| Conductor | Copper-clad aluminum (CCA) |
| Conductors | 2-conductor |
| Color | Black, White, Translucent Black Blue, Translucent Black Green, Translucent Black Purple, Translucent Black Red, Translucent Black Yellow |
| Length | 50 Feet, 100 Feet, 200 Feet, 500 Feet |
| Brand | GEARit |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty |
Best for
When to choose 16 AWG
Bookshelf speakers and rear surrounds with runs under 50 ft.
- Budget-friendly for short indoor runs
Why this wire
Made for clean installs and clear sound.

Resists Moisture and Abrasion
Flexible PVC Jacket

Fast, Secure Terminations
Easy Cut and Strip

2-Conductor Stranded Wire on a Sturdy Spool
High-Strand CCA Conductors

Install Like a Pro

Copper-Clad Aluminum Construction
Complete the install
Pairs well with
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12 AWG In Wall Speaker Wire - CL2 Rated - Oxygen Free Copper (OFC), White
3 options
Buyer's guide
Not sure about gauge? Two questions decide it.
How long is the run and how much power the amp pushes. Use the picker, then choose the conductor.
1Pick the gauge
Gauge picker
Tell us the run. We'll size the wire.
·Or use the reference table
| Gauge | Best run length | Best for | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 AWG | 150 ft+ | Subwoofers, whole-home, large outdoor | Shop → |
| 12 AWG | 100–150 ft | High-power amps, long runs | Shop → |
| 14 AWG | 50–100 ft | Home theater 5.1 / 7.1 | Shop → |
| 16 AWG | Under 50 ft | Bookshelf, rear surrounds | Shop → |
| 18 AWG | Short jumpers | Low-power, jumpers | Shop → |
- CL2 jacket for in-wall and in-ceiling runs
- CL3 jacket for outdoor or direct-burial runs
- Marine wire for boats, docks and salt air
- Step up one gauge if you're unsure
2Pick the conductor
OFC vs CCA: which conductor fits your install?
Longer runs to surrounds and higher receiver power benefit from pure copper's lower resistance.
Shop OFC speaker wire| Spec | OFC · Oxygen-free copperPick | CCA · Copper-clad aluminumPick |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor | Solid copper strands | Aluminum core, copper skin |
| Resistance | Lowest | Higher than OFC |
| Best run length | Long runs, 100 ft+ | Under 50 ft |
| Power handling | Any amp | Low to mid power |
| Best for | Home theater · in-wall · outdoor | Budget DIY · car audio |
FAQ
Speaker wire questions, answered.
How do I choose the right length?
Measure the path the wire will actually follow, around furniture, along baseboards or through walls, then add 10–15% for slack. If you're between two lengths, go longer.
What gauge speaker wire do I need?
Under 50 ft, 16 AWG is fine. For 50–100 ft or higher-power amps, step up to 14 AWG. For runs over 100 ft or subwoofers, use 12 AWG. In-wall installs need a CL2 or CL3 jacket.
Can I run this speaker wire in walls?
Wire rated CL2 or CL3 is made for in-wall and in-ceiling installation. Check the rating in the specs above and on the jacket.
Is OFC better than CCA?
Oxygen-free copper has lower resistance than copper-clad aluminum, which matters most on long runs and at higher power. CCA is a budget option for short indoor runs.
Do I need banana plugs?
No. Bare wire works on any speaker terminal. Banana plugs make swaps faster and prevent fraying.

