Is it possible to replace the speaker connector with something more traditional such as Cardas three way binding posts?
This would sure open up a world of options.
This would sure open up a world of options.
Are speaker cable connectors THAT important?
Hi guys/gals,
The connectors in question are special 4-pin XLR speaker connectors (Before you post: "Are you sure they aren't Interconnect Wires?" Let me confirm that NO, they are NOT Interconnect Wires. These are speaker-wires, in a bi-amp configuration. Hence the 4-pin XLR connector. Yes, I am very, very sure. I even opened up the speakers and they are passive. ). As I am upgrading the cables, I am wondering if I should spend $40 on new, gold or silver-plated, XLR connectors, or reuse the cheap-ass stock XLR connectors, which use aluminium pins.
I heard that if both connectors aren't gold-plated, you shouldn't use gold-plated on one end at all, because of some diodedic effect. Hmmm...
Your expertise is very much appreciated.
Cheers,
The connectors in question are special 4-pin XLR speaker connectors (Before you post: "Are you sure they aren't Interconnect Wires?" Let me confirm that NO, they are NOT Interconnect Wires. These are speaker-wires, in a bi-amp configuration. Hence the 4-pin XLR connector. Yes, I am very, very sure. I even opened up the speakers and they are passive. ). As I am upgrading the cables, I am wondering if I should spend $40 on new, gold or silver-plated, XLR connectors, or reuse the cheap-ass stock XLR connectors, which use aluminium pins.
I heard that if both connectors aren't gold-plated, you shouldn't use gold-plated on one end at all, because of some diodedic effect. Hmmm...
Your expertise is very much appreciated.
Cheers,