Sorry to ask but.... Replacement binding post for 1Cs

thsmith

I used google and searched replacement binding post but not much came up. I know it has been covered many times but I am not finding it and I know I read it about someone asking the same question recently.

What are the better binding post to replace the OEM speaker and SDA interconnect. Also, do I need short or long post?

I guess while I am at it, Need to make up an excellent SDA interconnect so I could use some guidance on connectors and wire that is a huge upgrade over stock.

Thanks and again sorry to ask about something I should be able to find easily here.

helipilotdoug

The short ones will fit through the binding post cup cup with no problem at all. Depending on what you get, you may need to enlarge the holes a little, but it's easy to do. The hardest part of changing out the binding posts is getting the old hot glue off, but usually with a little digging at it, it will pop away from the surface.
If you want the best binding posts, go for the Vampire Wire BPHEX/CB.
http://www.douglasconnection.com/Vampire-Wire-BPHEX-CB-Gold-Plated-Copper-Binding-Posts-VWBPHEXCB.htm
It's a fun DIY project to replace the binding posts, and make a nice new interconnect cable. Have fun.

quadzilla

Most people seem to go with either the Vampire (http://www.soniccraft.com/products/connections/bindingpost/vampire_bphexcb.htm) or Cardas (http://www.soniccraft.com/products/connections/bindingpost/cardas_ccgr.htm). I prefer the cardas myself. Shorts work just fine. Speaker wire is whatever you like with the same binding posts you choose for your speakers. If you're doing the AI-1 Dreadnought, you'll need a transformer too, and preferably an aluminum box to put it in.

thsmith

Thanks guys.

I think I will order a set Vampire Wire BPHEX/CB for the speaker binding post and the Cardas for Interconnect binding post.

Still looking for recommendations on Interconnect between speakers and I am thinking of using spades for those.

pitdogg2

I would stick to the same post for both IMO

evhudsons

I'm glad you asked the question! For now I just made a rca interconnect for my sda internconnect, but I want to do the binding post to make a real upgraded sda connection.

Do you recommend drilling a new hole, or using the hole that is already there for the sda connection?

Also, my soldering iron is only 40 watts, is that enough to solder those binding posts?

thsmith

pitdogg2 wrote: »

I would stick to the same post for both IMO

Why ?

Joe08867

I would stick with the same for both as well. Aesthetically it would look better. Sound wise I doubt there is much of a difference between the two.

Toolfan66

I would go with the Cardas why? because I like the build quality better, I would also use them for my SDA cable. What I would also do is find out if your 1C's can use the AI-1 SDA cable/Dreadnought with a nice set of speaker cables with bananas if so I would go that route as the improvement is grand, if not build your own SDA cable with bananas of the speaker wire of your choice. you will be amazed at the SDA improvment.

If you can find my SDA upgrade thread you will see how I did the binding post cups you can also see them in my CRS+ upgrade thread as well. I will see if I can find them and post a link..

If you need help doing the binding post cups I would be willing to do them for you just supply parts and shipping.

thsmith

Went with Cardas for binding post, AQ T4 for sda and added Norez. Absolutely worth the cost and time.

New gaskets are sweet too.

Overall sound improvement but specifically mid bass punch. The highs are extended. Sound stage opened up 2-3'. Darker background.

thsmith

evhudsons wrote: »

I'm glad you asked the question! For now I just made a rca interconnect for my sda internconnect, but I want to do the binding post to make a real upgraded sda connection.

Do you recommend drilling a new hole, or using the hole that is already there for the sda connection?

Also, my soldering iron is only 40 watts, is that enough to solder those binding posts?

I added a new hole but entirely covered the pin blade module with hot glue. That thing leaks a lot of air.

You will need a huge iron to solder to the Cardas. Your 40 watts probably won't do it. See is you can rent one. I have a friend that loaned me his old air force frame iron. Made easy work of soldering the binding post.

drumminman

evhudsons wrote: »

I'm glad you asked the question! For now I just made a rca interconnect for my sda internconnect, but I want to do the binding post to make a real upgraded sda connection.

Do you recommend drilling a new hole, or using the hole that is already there for the sda connection?

Also, my soldering iron is only 40 watts, is that enough to solder those binding posts?

You can solder the Cardas with a 40 watt iron, I did it. Be sure and tin the iron and the wire you're connecting so transfers heat more efficiently.

Good choice on the Cardas, thsmith. I like that brand because it's heavy billet copper with gold plating, instead of brass like the vampire. Don't know why the Vampire is so pricey.

drumminman

Lasareath wrote: »

I guess these are OK?

http://www.hndme.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=2724

I think I need 6 pairs?

Slightly different product number than the CCGS at Sonicraft. I'd ask what the base material is to be sure. To upgrade speaker binding posts you need 4 pairs (1 pair each for highs and lows per cabinet) , and 1 pair (1 bp per speaker) for the IC connection = 5 pairs.

You can run the negative leg for the IC cable from the MW negative speaker bp to the AI-1.

thsmith

I went with the ccgr like these http://www.musicdirect.com/p-6804-cardas-ccgr-gold-rhodium-binding-post-short-ea.aspx

headrott

Lasareath wrote: »

I guess these are OK?

http://www.hndme.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=2724

I think I need 6 pairs?

I have ordered from Handmade before. They are a good company. I would go for these, IMO. Unfortunately, they only have 4 sets in stock right now though. I'm sure they will get more soon.http://www.hndme.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=2332&idcategory=139

You get a bigger discount for the more sets you order (between 2 and 8) plus if you order $150.00 worth of stuff you get a discount.

Greg

F1nut

Guys you really have to look no further for your binding posts needs than Sonic Craft and they have the best prices too.

http://www.soniccraft.com/products/connections/bindingpost/cardas.htm

F1nut

Lasareath wrote: »

I think I need 6 pairs?

There's only 4 pairs total on your speakers.

Toolfan66

F1nut wrote: »

Guys you really have to look no further for your binding posts needs than Sonic Craft and they have the best prices too.

http://www.soniccraft.com/products/connections/bindingpost/cardas.htm

+1....

Systems

Be sure to ask first, if they have it in stock.
Beware of back orders!
Bad experience recently.
Not to say, the other 99 orders where not perfect.
Very good service overall.
Just ask first, simple as that.

headrott

F1nut wrote: »

Guys you really have to look no further for your binding posts needs than Sonic Craft and they have the best prices too.

http://www.soniccraft.com/products/connections/bindingpost/cardas.htm

You are right Jesse. Sonic Craft has always been good to us. I have ordered from them more than any other store by many times over. I still recommend the Rhodium Cardas posts. They are very nice. Sonic Craft carries them as well.

Greg

drumminman

Ordered mine from Sonicraft yesterday - should arrive on Thursday. That's service! Only $25.50 per assembly for the shorts. :cool:

thsmith

What did you use for upgraded sda cable?

drumminman

thsmith wrote: »

What did you use for upgraded sda cable?

Braided Cat 5 cable per Chris Ven Haus' recipe: http://www.venhaus1.com/diycatfivecables.html Mine is equivalent 12 gauge (16 24 awg wires).

True PITA to make, and requires the use of Belden 1585A because it's teflon insulated, but a stellar design. Also using it in biwire configuration.

Very inexpensive, very good, very labor intensive.