Can any one recommend what gauge banana plug wires to use to connect the MTH TIU to the Legacy base port?
also if you have a site where I can purchase them pre-made please include in your reply.
Thank you
Anthony
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Just about any size of wire is okay. You can buy DIY banana plugs and some 18 gauge wire on amazon for not much money. I'm sure custom lengths with molded plugs could also be found there. Just don't spend big buck on some high connection wire, the signal from the base is pretty resilient.
Why even use banana plugs? Just use a wire and unscrew the binding post.
@MartyE posted:Why even use banana plugs? Just use a wire and unscrew the binding post.
One reason is likely the many stories about the track signal post coming loose. If you are using the screw-on binding post, that's possibly loosening the post. The banana plug doesn't risk that.
It's a small thing, but it has been discussed here a number of times.
@gunrunnerjohn posted:One reason is likely the many stories about the track signal post coming loose. If you are using the screw-on binding post, that's possibly loosening the post. The banana plug doesn't risk that.
It's a small thing, but it has been discussed here a number of times.
I had a banana plug on my post and it was giving me a fit. Lost it and my signal has been solid. Haven't investigated enough to see what the culprit was.
@MartyE posted:I had a banana plug on my post and it was giving me a fit. Lost it and my signal has been solid. Haven't investigated enough to see what the culprit was.
Interesting, I've used a banana plug for years, never had a problem. We also use one on the modular club layout, makes it easy to pack/unpack everything.
Thanks for the info. What size banana plug do I need to use?
4mm
Thanks Vernon. I just placed my order on Amazon. They will arrive tomorrow. I’ll keep you all posted. Watched the video and it seemed pretty straightforward as far as making my own wires.
I've used Sewell and Media Bridge - with 16 gauge stranded wire. You have to be a little careful with these as the jackets are aluminum and conductive. Great tight fit.
Thanks Sd
here’s what I ordere Today let me know your thoughts.
Banana Plugs 2 Pairs/ 4 pcs - AAZV AV01 Speaker Wire Connector, Closed Screw 24K Gold Plated Banana Plugs for Speaker Wire, Wall Plate, Home Theater, Audio/Video Receiver, Amplifiers and Sound Systems https://www.amazon.com/dp/B097...oding=UTF8&psc=1
