How can I connect a speaker to my amp without a physical wires

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around methods to connect speakers to an amplifier without using physical wires, particularly in scenarios where wiring is impractical. Participants explore various wireless audio transmission technologies and their feasibility.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that wireless speakers can be connected using a wireless receiver and amplifier, which would require a power supply but eliminate the need for wires.
  • Another participant clarifies that while sound can be transmitted wirelessly, sending power from an amplifier to a speaker wirelessly is not feasible beyond very short distances, and would require additional components like coils for magnetic transmission.
  • A different participant proposes using a Bluetooth transmitter connected to the LINE out of the amplifier, which would transmit audio to a Bluetooth receiver connected to a second amplifier and speaker, emphasizing the need for power supplies at both ends.
  • Another participant recalls a historical method where audio was transmitted through house wiring, noting that modern solutions typically involve Bluetooth technology.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying opinions on the feasibility of wireless connections, with some agreeing on the use of Bluetooth while others highlight limitations in power transmission. No consensus is reached on the best method.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention the need for power supplies for wireless components and the limitations of distance for power transmission, indicating that practical implementations may vary based on specific setups.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in audio technology, DIY audio setups, or those facing challenges with speaker placement may find this discussion relevant.

Chrisaz
I am trying to connect a second pair of speakers to my amp without the use of wires. It is really only one speaker position where running wires is impractical.
 
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Depends on what you mean by connect.
You certainly can send music or other sound content wirelessly to a suitable "speaker" - ie one with a power supply, wireless receiver and amplifier. This is what is commonly sold as a wireless speaker. There is a small radio transmitter (or even maybe an IR transmitter) to attach to your source and a matching receiver attached to an amplifier and speaker, which you can position some distance away. No wires are needed, unless the speaker needs mains power rather than batteries. Batteries would probably mean a relatively low power speaker.

But if you want to send power from your amplifier to an ordinary speaker, no. Again you might send power a very short distance (mm rather than m) as a magnetic field, but you would need to add at least a coil of wire (and ferromagnetic core) to the speaker. The idea could be useful for getting through a thin barrier with a small amount of power maybe?
 
Chrisaz said:
I am trying to connect a second pair of speakers to my amp without the use of wires. It is really only one speaker position where running wires is impractical

Merlin has responded well with the situation
But to clarify how to do it ...

Audio out of the LINE out ( NOT Speaker out) of your current amplifier to a Bluetooth transmitter module ( it will need a PSU prob ~ 3.3 or 5V depending on the module you get
It will transmit to a paired BT receiver module at your other location where you will have an amplifier and speaker connected to it.
The BT receiver module will connect into the LINE input of your second amplifier. ( you will set the volume of that remote speaker from the second amplifier)
That remote amplifier and BT module will require their own power supplies at that locationDave
 

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