[Tidybuoy]

I am replacing my old Bose 321 with new equipment and need some advice on cabling. I purchased a Yamaha Aventage receiver and will be setting up as a 7.2 system and will be using Definative Technology speakers.

My questions:

1) Subwoofers have an "LFE" input but the amplifier states to use "Audio Pin Cable". Are these the same thing? The connections appear to be rca type connectors but since the equipment has not yet been delivered, I'm relying on the manual. These are powered subwoofers so I don't think massive cables are required. Distance from receiver will be 6' and 25'.

2) Any suggestions on decent speaker cabling? I cannot spend thousands on cables but I also don't want bargain basement either. Other threads have trashed Monster but never says why.

3) This receiver has the ability to setup zones (i.e., play in TV room as well as other rooms). I plan on also plumbing speakers to the kitchen, garage, and backyard. On my old setup, I had an output from the main stereo to another stereo that supplied the additional 3 rooms. I'm wondering if I should still go this route due to distance. Anyone have experience with this?

Any advice would be appreciated. I have about a week to get prepared for setup.