Terminating Cables

@mancub1 - the KLE Innovations Banana plugs Lak refers to should be soldered. I use WBT 4% silver solder.

They are not really designed to be crimped. But in this case it would appear that the solder does not really impact the improvement in sound quality too much.

They are precision engineered to fit "snugly" as opposed to tightly into the binding post, but they will maximize the contact area of the plug and minimize, maybe even eliminate, the possibility of micro arcing.

Give them a try - I was surprised at just how good they are also - and I’ve been using KLE products for over 4 years. - I should have known :-)

Regards - Steve

@jaybe - I have tried the silver plated Furez Bananas and they are very good - the spades should be just as good.

The are detailed and provide good image and dynamics

If you can solder, you could try these cables
http://image99.net/blog/files/d048bbacfce9bcad4a025be804771d9a-76.html

They are pretty easy to make and cost around $300 with the KLE Innovations bananas.

They use a helix geometry which all but eliminates any noise and provides fast dynamics, bass extension and control, outstanding clarity and superb 3D imaging.

Then you could sell your $3000 cables and be $$$ in pocket.

Just a thought ;-)

The Furez products are very good quality

As far as Deoxit - I've never used it
- I use silver plated/coated connectors - If I want to "clean them" I simply re-seat them in the binding post

Regards - Steve