Chris Morriss wrote:

In message , "Dave Plowman (News)"
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In article ,
Graham Holloway wrote:
I've just completed testing of a prototype amplifier with Speakons and
4mm bananas in parallel. Those who have listened to it "prefer" the
bananas!!!!!! I have no explanation.

The only possible explanation is that the banana plugs introduce
resistance and your listeners prefer flabby bass. Do they also prefer
valve power amps?


I was looking at using Speakon connectors on a home-made 200W (mean) per
channel amp, but thought I'd buy a pair first to see how they were
constructed. They really have a very small contact patch. If you want
a low-resistance connection then I suggest you stay with a high-quality
4mm banana. Speakons are mechanically robust when they are connected,
so are ideal for PA use.

I think you may be underestimating the speakon. I think the cotact does
something clever as the connector is locked. Neutrik have a patent on it.

Anything that's designed for 30 amps is going to *need* low contact
resistance.


Graham