Noob ? - Banana Plugs

andrewski1979 · 05-21-2008, 02:35 PM

I just bought some new Monitor 50s (still debating between CS1 or CS2) and some 12awg speaker wire from Monoprice (here: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2 ). I would also like to get some banana plugs (they are the best way to hookup to your speakers, right?), but I don't know which one to buy. They have two different types, open screw type and closed screw type. What's the difference and which should I get? All help is appreciated!!!

Johk · 05-21-2008, 03:37 PM

This should answer your questions for the installation part:

Closed screw banana plugs instructions

Open screw banana plugs instructions

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Originally Posted by andrewski1979

I would also like to get some banana plugs (they are the best way to hookup to your speakers, right?), but I don't know which one to buy.

Banana plugs are a great way to hook up speaker since it makes it easy to hook/unhook your speakers. However SQ-wise they don't really make a noticeable difference versus bare wire (but if you constantly remove and plug back your speakers, you will most likely damage the strands and you will need to cut a length and start again).

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Originally Posted by andrewski1979

They have two different types, open screw type and closed screw type. What's the difference and which should I get?

Get the one that you prefer. Both serve the same purpose. The "closed screw" type can be soldered in for better resistance.

Personally I us open screw for the speakers since the speaker are oriented upwards (close screw would make the cable go up...)

andrewski1979 · 05-21-2008, 03:41 PM

Alright. That's all I needed to know! Thanks a lot Johk!!

darkblueme · 05-29-2008, 09:45 PM

Are banana plugs plugged into the RCA inputs on a receiver? How do they fit into a speaker?

Good thread, by the way.

Beta Man · 05-30-2008, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by darkblueme

Are banana plugs plugged into the RCA inputs on a receiver? How do they fit into a speaker?

Good thread, by the way.

speaker, and speaker terminals.... not RCA.

BigBluu · 06-12-2008, 10:40 PM

looking at getting one of these type of banana plugs on ebay. which type do you guys think is the better design? i'm just asking for opinions on the type of plug, not the quality, seller, or price. thx!

A: http://cgi.ebay.com/24-PCS-High-Quality-24K-Gold-Plated-Speaker-Banana-Plug

B: http://cgi.ebay.com/24-PCS-100-Nakamichi-Speaker-banana-plug-connector-24k

JJxiv1215 · 06-14-2008, 12:33 AM

I've always wanted to ask this question. This should be made almost-sticky. Very helpful information!!

gearyt · 06-14-2008, 01:45 AM

The first model uses a split connector that loses its spring tension over time
the second model uses leaf springs that will hold tention longer...

Intamin · 06-17-2008, 02:18 AM

So just ordered some banana plugs from monoprice, and call me any name you want, but when putting in the speaker wire into it, do you need to sheer the covering back and expose the wire or not? I ask because I originally had to as I was just running the wire directly into the receiver, but I'm thinking about getting new wire and was curious. Thanks for putting up with my nubness.

allstar780 · 06-17-2008, 02:27 AM

you will have to strip the wires... everything else depends on the style of banana plugs... theres another thread on the subject...

Noob ? - Banana Plugs

thats the thread

allstar780 · 06-28-2008, 09:11 AM

anybody reccomend some good closed-screw type banana plugs? i was looking at the monster quick-locks at work and I think thats the style i want but even with my discount I'd be spending almost $75 on banana plugs for 5 speakers (2 of them bi-amped)

so thats 7 pairs for the speakers, plus 7 pairs for the receiver... i need 28 banana plugs lol

EDIT: just to clarify... I'm not opposed to spending that much, but I've seen better plugs for that price

raggarichie · 06-28-2008, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by allstar780

anybody reccomend some good closed-screw type banana plugs? i was looking at the monster quick-locks at work and I think thats the style i want but even with my discount I'd be spending almost $75 on banana plugs for 5 speakers (2 of them bi-amped)

so thats 7 pairs for the speakers, plus 7 pairs for the receiver... i need 28 banana plugs lol

EDIT: just to clarify... I'm not opposed to spending that much, but I've seen better plugs for that price

I bought 8 pairs(4 packs) at bestbuy day before yesterday for 63.99+tax. they gave me them for 15.99 instead of 19.99. the quick locks. The diffrence they made is unbelieveable

allstar780 · 06-28-2008, 10:11 AM

well pricing is a bit different for me considering how many I need... Any online stores other than monoprice anyone?

Clark Kent · 08-26-2008, 11:55 AM

The banana plugs from Monoprice are very good quality for the price. I really can't tell the difference from the more expensive retail brands.

Marquoz · 02-12-2009, 02:35 AM

Just wanted to say thanks for this sticky! I was moving wires around and I was tired of fishing for the hole on my receiver and bought a bunch of banana plugs and this thread was perfect in explaining how to set them up.

Screefer · 02-12-2009, 02:48 AM

I bought 10 pairs of Nakamichi banana plugs thru eBay from a Hong Kong

outfit for $45.00cdn. Delivery was free and took about 10 days. Well worth the wait for that price. Received all in good order.

Carlsberg19 · 02-12-2009, 02:53 AM

I have banana plugs at home just didnt get round to fitting them yet..well i did when i first got them but then i realised you need some sort of super long and thin screwdriver to get at the screws, who the hell has these type of screwdrivers in a typical household?

Marquoz · 02-12-2009, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carlsberg19

I have banana plugs at home just didnt get round to fitting them yet..well i did when i first got them but then i realised you need some sort of super long and thin screwdriver to get at the screws, who the hell has these type of screwdrivers in a typical household?

Anybody that owns a computer. I've got a set of those and they are wonderful for those mini screws in hard to reach places on computers. It's also great for getting kids toys out of the wretched packaging.

Driver_King · 02-13-2009, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carlsberg19

I have banana plugs at home just didnt get round to fitting them yet..well i did when i first got them but then i realised you need some sort of super long and thin screwdriver to get at the screws, who the hell has these type of screwdrivers in a typical household?

That's why we have the Dollar Tree.

Big Daddy · 02-13-2009, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carlsberg19

I have banana plugs at home just didnt get round to fitting them yet..well i did when i first got them but then i realised you need some sort of super long and thin screwdriver to get at the screws, who the hell has these type of screwdrivers in a typical household?

You can buy them at any electronic store, hardware store, eyeglass store, or online. They are not very expensive.

05-21-2008, 02:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
andrewski1979 Active Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Houston, TX Trading Score: (9) Collection: (10) HT Gallery: (0)	Noob ? - Banana Plugs I just bought some new Monitor 50s (still debating between CS1 or CS2) and some 12awg speaker wire from Monoprice (here: http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2 ). I would also like to get some banana plugs (they are the best way to hookup to your speakers, right?), but I don't know which one to buy. They have two different types, open screw type and closed screw type. What's the difference and which should I get? All help is appreciated!!! __________________ "Technology is a LIE sent by Liberals to kill us." WKTT Talk Radio - GTA IV

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andrewski1979 Active Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Houston, TX Trading Score: (9) Collection: (10) HT Gallery: (0)	Alright. That's all I needed to know! Thanks a lot Johk!! __________________ "Technology is a LIE sent by Liberals to kill us." WKTT Talk Radio - GTA IV

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darkblueme Power Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Trading Score: (0) Collection: (64) HT Gallery: (0)	Are banana plugs plugged into the RCA inputs on a receiver? How do they fit into a speaker? Good thread, by the way. __________________ Cheers, - Jake =) notRIGHTpodcast.com

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BigBluu Active Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Trading Score: (5) Collection: (136) HT Gallery: (0)	looking at getting one of these type of banana plugs on ebay. which type do you guys think is the better design? i'm just asking for opinions on the type of plug, not the quality, seller, or price. thx! A: http://cgi.ebay.com/24-PCS-High-Quality-24K-Gold-Plated-Speaker-Banana-Plug B: http://cgi.ebay.com/24-PCS-100-Nakamichi-Speaker-banana-plug-connector-24k __________________ JVC 61" 1080p HDTV (HD-61FN97) \| DirecTV HD DVR (HR22-100) Yamaha RX-V663 \| Sony 80GB PS3 \| Harmony 550 (IR4PS3 enabled) Last edited by crackinhedz; 06-14-2008 at 01:58 AM.

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Intamin Expert Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Butler University Trading Score: (0) Collection: (191) HT Gallery: (17)	Banana Plug Question So just ordered some banana plugs from monoprice, and call me any name you want, but when putting in the speaker wire into it, do you need to sheer the covering back and expose the wire or not? I ask because I originally had to as I was just running the wire directly into the receiver, but I'm thinking about getting new wire and was curious. Thanks for putting up with my nubness. __________________ TV: Panasonic 42PZ80U, Speakers: Salk Song Towers-fronts, Salk Song Center, Paradigm Monitor 7s v6-surrounds, Pre/Pro: Integra DHC-40.1, Subwoofer: Definitive Technology Supercube I, Amplifier: Rotel RMB 1075, Power: APC AV H15. Remote: Logitech Harmony 1100 Two Channel Electronics: Preamplifier: Parasound Halo P3, CD Player: NAD M5 CD SACD player, Amplifier: Audio Refinement Multi 2 Digital: Logitech Squeezebox Classic

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allstar780 Special Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta Trading Score: (0) Collection: (89) HT Gallery: (16)	you will have to strip the wires... everything else depends on the style of banana plugs... theres another thread on the subject... Noob ? - Banana Plugs thats the thread __________________ TV: Panasonic TC-P42G10Players:250 GB PS3 Slim Receivers:Onkyo 705, 8555 Speakers:Klipsch RF-35s, RS-42s, RC-35, RW12d, Tannoy DC4Ts "Where you hear the free exchange of ideas, I hear a thousand idiots typing 'First' as fast as they can." "Well surely people must write other things on the internet, what do they post after 'First'?" "Second, third and so on, until finally they grow weary of numerals, and begin to compare the topic at hand to Nazis or homosexual intercourse"

06-28-2008, 09:11 AM	#11 (permalink)
allstar780 Special Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta Trading Score: (0) Collection: (89) HT Gallery: (16)	anybody reccomend some good closed-screw type banana plugs? i was looking at the monster quick-locks at work and I think thats the style i want but even with my discount I'd be spending almost $75 on banana plugs for 5 speakers (2 of them bi-amped) so thats 7 pairs for the speakers, plus 7 pairs for the receiver... i need 28 banana plugs lol EDIT: just to clarify... I'm not opposed to spending that much, but I've seen better plugs for that price __________________ TV: Panasonic TC-P42G10Players:250 GB PS3 Slim Receivers:Onkyo 705, 8555 Speakers:Klipsch RF-35s, RS-42s, RC-35, RW12d, Tannoy DC4Ts "Where you hear the free exchange of ideas, I hear a thousand idiots typing 'First' as fast as they can." "Well surely people must write other things on the internet, what do they post after 'First'?" "Second, third and so on, until finally they grow weary of numerals, and begin to compare the topic at hand to Nazis or homosexual intercourse" Last edited by allstar780; 06-28-2008 at 09:16 AM.

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allstar780 Special Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Grande Prairie, Alberta Trading Score: (0) Collection: (89) HT Gallery: (16)	well pricing is a bit different for me considering how many I need... Any online stores other than monoprice anyone? __________________ TV: Panasonic TC-P42G10Players:250 GB PS3 Slim Receivers:Onkyo 705, 8555 Speakers:Klipsch RF-35s, RS-42s, RC-35, RW12d, Tannoy DC4Ts "Where you hear the free exchange of ideas, I hear a thousand idiots typing 'First' as fast as they can." "Well surely people must write other things on the internet, what do they post after 'First'?" "Second, third and so on, until finally they grow weary of numerals, and begin to compare the topic at hand to Nazis or homosexual intercourse"

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Clark Kent Blu-ray Champion Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Metropolis Trading Score: (5) Collection: (0) HT Gallery: (0)	The banana plugs from Monoprice are very good quality for the price. I really can't tell the difference from the more expensive retail brands.

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Marquoz Blu-ray Guru Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New Orleans Trading Score: (2) Collection: (157) HT Gallery: (4)	Just wanted to say thanks for this sticky! I was moving wires around and I was tired of fishing for the hole on my receiver and bought a bunch of banana plugs and this thread was perfect in explaining how to set them up. __________________ Panasonic 56LCZ70 Onkyo 605 2xPolk TSi-400 bi-amped 2xPolk Monitor 50 Polk CS2 Hsu Research VTF-2

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Screefer Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: British Columbia Trading Score: (0) Collection: (0) HT Gallery: (10)	I bought 10 pairs of Nakamichi banana plugs thru eBay from a Hong Kong outfit for $45.00cdn. Delivery was free and took about 10 days. Well worth the wait for that price. Received all in good order. __________________ Panasonic TH50PZ85 Panasonic DMP-BD35 Blu-Ray Yamaha HTR-5960 Receiver, Harmony Remote Star Choice HD Satellite Receiver Axiom M22v2 Mains,Axiom EP350v3 Sub-Woofer Yamaha Center & Surrounds DIY Cat 5 Speaker cables and interconnects DIY Custom built cabinet

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Carlsberg19 Power Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Donegal, Ireland Trading Score: (0) Collection: (55) HT Gallery: (9)	I have banana plugs at home just didnt get round to fitting them yet..well i did when i first got them but then i realised you need some sort of super long and thin screwdriver to get at the screws, who the hell has these type of screwdrivers in a typical household? __________________ Why does ending task on windows, never actually end task ?! 50'' Samsung PS50A556S Sony SA-FT7ED ED A2-300 Sony STR-DG820 Sony BDP S300 51 BD's

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