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edited May 2012 in DIY, Mods & Tweaks
Need some opinions on some good Banana plugs that you might have/had some experience with.
I really don't care for banana plugs if that tells you something so I am wanting some input on some of the better ones.
I am going to be using some pretty good wire, so I am looking for some pretty good plugs.

I will be using 16 ga. 6N OCC single crystal solid core copper wire, so they must be solderable.
I prefer spades myself, but in this instance will be using banana's.
Any thoughts/opinions?

I have used the Nordost Z plugs in the past with good results, but wanted some other direction to explore.

I prefer low mass, but would look at other types/coatings if you have some suggestions.

Much appreciated in advance.:cheesygrin:
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  • brgman
    brgman Posts: 2,859
    edited May 2012
    Vampires from Sonicraft
    Main Rig-Realistic AM/FM Record player 8 track boasting 4 WPC

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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited May 2012
    brgman wrote: »
    Vampires from Sonicraft

    I like the looks of them for sure.
    Looks just like the DH Labs.
    7% taxes (I am in the same state), and probably $28.95 shipping knowing Sonic Craft (Dare me to share some experiences I have had with them:evil:).
    You are fully aware my friend (we were in it together:lol:).

    Only problem is, I have not heard them, although I am sure they are contenders in this category.
    I might, MIGHT I say:cheesygrin:, be looking at some of the silver/rhodium type.

    Not a big fan of Rhodium either, but that said, you WILL gain the detail from rhodium, but at the expense of some other attributes.

    Thats whats sux!

    Nobody makes the perfect "anything"!
    So it is a matter of checks and balances.

    Considering I have never used this wire before, I am alittle scared to just jump into something, and would like to hear that "I tried such and such, and was super happy".
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  • brgman
    brgman Posts: 2,859
    edited May 2012
    Radio Shack has some nice ones too.
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited May 2012
    Luminous Audio's nanners look pretty decent, and they are LOCKING!
    Plus pretty low mass, and solderable.

    terminators_LG.jpg

    The price is reasonable ($6.95).

    I would be willing to spend any amount if someone has some ideas.
    Money would be no object, considering the wire I will be using.
    I am not out the price of wire, only the price of the "Nanners"!:cheesygrin:
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  • brgman
    brgman Posts: 2,859
    edited May 2012
    Cables don't matter so why would the connectors?
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  • brgman
    brgman Posts: 2,859
    edited May 2012
    http://www.dedicatedaudio.com/inc/sdetail/888/479
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    Backup Rig-2 CH-Rogue Audio Zeus w/Factory Special Dark Mods,Joule-Electra 300ME Platinum Preamp,OPPO-105 w/Modwright Tube Mod, Auralic Aries G2.1,Polk 2.3TL,3.1TL's,Dreadnought,RTA-15TL's,1C's All Fully Modded,2xRTA-12c's ,Benchmark DAC3 HGC,Synology NAS,VPI Scout w/Dynavector DV-20XH and Rogue Audio Ares Phono Preamp,Sony PCM-R500 DAT,HHB-850 Pro CDR,Tascam CC-222SLMKII Cassette/CDR,MIT S3.3 Shotgun Cables,Shunyata Hyra-8,Shunyata and Triode Labs Power Cords

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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited May 2012
    brgman wrote: »
    Cables don't matter so why would the connectors?

    Nice................Now our grandchildren will be reading this thread:cheesygrin:!
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited May 2012
    Hello?
    Tap, tap......tap........this thing on?
    Testing........test...........123!


    Oh OK, I guess nobody has every used banana plugs.
    Sure...............
    I can believe that.:eek:
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  • decal
    decal Posts: 3,205
    edited May 2012
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    Available at Audio Advisor.
    If you can't hear a difference, don't waste your money.
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  • Ern Dog
    Ern Dog Posts: 2,237
    edited May 2012
    I've used these before: Furez TST-SB60NP - at http://www.av-outlet.com/
    I like them because they are pure copper, not copper plated. They are $15/pair.
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited May 2012
    Something copper based such as Vampire or WBT.

    Avoid Monoprice, Nakimatchi(or how ever you spell it), Rat Shack, etc...
    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • Systems
    Systems Posts: 14,873
    edited May 2012
    Ern Dog wrote: »
    I've used these before: Furez TST-SB60NP - at http://www.av-outlet.com/
    I like them because they are pure copper, not copper plated. They are $15/pair.

    I am probably going to try those Ern Dog!
    I think it makes sense to try several types.
    Thanks for the link.
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  • Drenis
    Drenis Posts: 2,871
    edited May 2012
    Face wrote: »
    Something copper based such as Vampire or WBT.

    Avoid Monoprice, Nakimatchi(or how ever you spell it), Rat Shack, etc...

    These...

    I'll be getting some Vampire spades and nanners soon for some DIY projects.
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  • gwg_97
    gwg_97 Posts: 332
    edited May 2012
    Hey pepster, where did you buy your Nordost Z plugs? I may give those a try. Thanks! 
    
System 1:Nakamichi PA-7Kenwood Basic C2Polk SDA 1C moddedSystem 2:Dynaco ST-70Polk Monitor 5B modded
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