Noob ? - Banana Plugs

[Kali157]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I have bought Nakamichi banana plugs from Ebay and I am happy with them. Aperion is a classy speaker manufacturer and vendor.

Yeah, I am actually testing a Intimus 6c and comparing it to a Paradigm cc390 right now. I am trying to decide btwn the two. So far I like the Intimus, but I am giving both 2 weeks. By the way Big Daddy, thanks for the recommendations on the speakers. My fronts (Emptek) and the Aperion are suggestions you have made to me directly and indirectly (you answering someone else's questions). You make very informative suggestions. I am really enjoying the Empteks and, as I said, the Aperion looks to be my new center (we shall see... keeping an open mind). I also like having speakers that are not mainstream. So again, thanks for the wisdom.

Back to the topic, how do you compare the "sawtooth" or BFA type connector to the popular spring type (like monoprice).

I ran into this discussion on AVS forum and some members have said the connectors from http://www.nakamichiplug.com/ or http://namashop.com/ (same company I think) are better than the ones found on ebay.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1117372

I may take the plunge on the Nakamichiplug.com version.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by Kali157

Yeah, I am actually testing a Intimus 6c and comparing it to a Paradigm cc390 right now. I am trying to decide btwn the two. So far I like the Intimus, but I am giving both 2 weeks. By the way Big Daddy, thanks for the recommendations on the speakers. My fronts (Emptek) and the Aperion are suggestions you have made to me directly and indirectly (you answering someone else's questions). You make very informative suggestions. I am really enjoying the Empteks and, as I said, the Aperion looks to be my new center (we shall see... keeping an open mind). I also like having speakers that are not mainstream. So again, thanks for the wisdom.

Back to the topic, how do you compare the "sawtooth" or BFA type connector to the popular spring type (like monoprice).

I ran into this discussion on AVS forum and some members have said the connectors from http://www.nakamichiplug.com/ or http://namashop.com/ (same company I think) are better than the ones found on ebay.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1117372

I may take the plunge on the Nakamichiplug.com version.

Thanks for the compliments.

I don't believe that banana plugs make a difference in sound quality. They are for convenience. The spade connectors I mentioned above give you the best and tightest connections.

[Kali157]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

Thanks for the compliments.

I don't believe that banana plugs make a difference in sound quality. They are for convenience. The spade connectors I mentioned above give you the best and tightest connections.

I know it doesnt affect sound quality (unless it is a BAD connector), but I want something that I can change around easily. Despite being the most secure, spade connectors isn't the most convenient when changing or moving equipment. Have you (or anyone) tried the sawtooth design?

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by Kali157

I know it doesnt affect sound quality (unless it is a BAD connector), but I want something that I can change around easily. Despite being the most secure, spade connectors isn't the most convenient when changing or moving equipment. Have you (or anyone) tried the sawtooth design?

I have regular banana plugs and spade connectors. I also use bare wires for a couple of older speakers with spring loaded inputs.

On some banana plugs, the part that is bowed out consists of 4 separte metallic parts with small gaps between them. You can use a small screwdriver and stretch them out so that they fit more tightly. I have done that on a few Nakamichi banana plugs and the Behringer amplifier. They were too loose and that fixed the problem.

[Kali157]

well after a few days searching various forums, the consensus is the sawtooth or BFA style provides a tighter contact vs the regular banana plugs. $23 shipped for 24 might as well try them. Was more worried that it is an international ship, but I can always file a claim w/ paypal. Will give a mini review when I get them.

[Kali157]

I received my order of "Nakamichi" plugs. They are so much better than the monoprice plugs. I wrote a mini review:

https://forum.blu-ray.com/home-theat...ml#post3441213

Oh, and I included pictures.

[babyaudio]

Hi Kali, Thanks for share. But I can't see the pictures.

[Kali157]

Originally Posted by babyaudio

Hi Kali, Thanks for share. But I can't see the pictures.

Did you click on the link to go to my HT thread? It is post #19 on that thread and the pics are attached on that post. Let me know if that works. I know I can see it and other had no probs viewing.

[Elite Polker]

I just bought some Banana Plugs for my set from Amazon.

I dont exspect any sound enhancement, just solid connectivity.

GLS Audio Locking Banana Plugs
http://www.amazon.com/GLS-Audio-Lock.../dp/B000O8AHLA

[Big Daddy]

A few useful links for future reference:

http://www.monoprice.com/products/se...d=banana+plugs

http://www.parts-express.com/wizards...banana%20plugs

http://shop.ebay.com/items/banana%20...plugs&geo_id=1

http://www.audiogear.com/Audio-Adapt...ana-Plugs.html

http://speakerrepair.com/mm5/merchan...ode=AHH_Banana

http://bananaplugsource.com/

[jlaavenger]

Who has the best buy versus quality?

[jlaavenger]

There are nine diferent types of Banana/non-babana Plugs on the Monoprice web site alone. What should I buy?
http://www.monoprice.com/products/se...d=banana+plugs

Why so many types?

[Deluzion]

Im looking into fitting banana plugs to my 4mm van damme hifi cables. Anyone know any banana plugs that accept 4 mm diameter per conductor

[BLUTRIG]

I have closed screw banana plugs from monoprice,I don't like them ,the closed screw back off on me all the time that loosing the speakers wire,am using 30 of them and am looking to purchase something that will work.

[Big Daddy]

Originally Posted by BLUTRIG

I have closed screw banana plugs from monoprice,I don't like them ,the closed screw back off on me all the time that loosing the speakers wire,am using 30 of them and am looking to purchase something that will work.

I don't like the open screw type banana plugs either and use Nakamichi plugs instead.

[BLUTRIG]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I don't like the open screw type banana plugs either and use Nakamichi plugs instead.

Thanks for the not tip,TRIG

[BLUTRIG]

Originally Posted by Big Daddy

I don't like the open screw type banana plugs either and use Nakamichi plugs instead.

I this purchase 60 Nakamichi speaker banana plug on ebay,I like the double screws lock down.I have a Nakamichi Mobile Tuner Deck 1 player in my car,I did not know that Nakamichi made Home Theater things.God Bless,Merry Christmas to you & all. TRIG

[Kali157]

Originally Posted by BLUTRIG

I this purchase 60 Nakamichi speaker banana plug on ebay,I like the double screws lock down.I have a Nakamichi Mobile Tuner Deck 1 player in my car,I did not know that Nakamichi made Home Theater things.God Bless,Merry Christmas to you & all. TRIG

I have "Nakamichi" plugs (did a review few posts back). They are great. But I am pretty sure they are NOT official Nakamichi. But hey they work well.

[BLUTRIG]

Originally Posted by Kali157

I have "Nakamichi" plugs (did a review few posts back). They are great. But I am pretty sure they are NOT official Nakamichi. But hey they work well.

I only look at the first to page and skip to the last post to post what I feel about monoprice banana plugs ,sorry I miss your post.how do you like the Nakamichi plugs,should receive my by 1-3-11 thanks.TRIG

[Kali157]

Originally Posted by BLUTRIG

I only look at the first to page and skip to the last post to post what I feel about monoprice banana plugs ,sorry I miss your post.how do you like the Nakamichi plugs,should receive my by 1-3-11 thanks.TRIG

No need to apologize. I posted my mini review of the "Nakamichi" plugs in my HT thread. I got the BFA or "saw" type plugs, and they have a much larger and more secure contact than the ones I got from MP. Also the silver jacket on these plugs are not conductive unlike MP.