DEcided on the P162's! Binding suggestion?

[Phrank]

Hi all, it looks like there are 5 way bindings on the P162's and I'd appreciate what the best bang for the buck is right now - what kind of bindings and where to get 'em, or at least brand name. My Pioneer 1014TX also has 5 ways and right now I just have bare wire stuck in, would you folks suggest I get some new bindings for the receiver too? Does it really make a difference what kind of bindings you use-bare wire vs. banana for example, or the quality of the plugs?

Any advice appreciated!

 

[Rickster71]

I got a bunch of these when the were on sale For only $1.20 each when QTY 50+ purchased - 1 PAIR OF High-Quality Copper Speaker Banana Plugs - Open Screw Type | Banana Plugs
Bare wire is fine, just be careful of wire whiskers. Banana plugs make it easier to disconnect and swap speakers, if you are so inclined.

 

[jonnythan]

Well adding a banana plug to the ends of the wires is purely for convenience and aesthetics.

 

[Alex2507]

I've seen these recommended by one of our resident brainiacs. They have the advantage of having plastic casings to make it tougher to short them out.

I found for the back of speakers I like these.

For the back of the rec'r I like the Blue Jeans Cables locking bananas.
Click on the BJC banner at the top of this page and look in Speaker Cables.

If you want to read a good thread about the matter click here.