Acoustic Research AP-397 Performance Series Speaker Wire Connector, Banana Type
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Condition: NewSKU: AP-397
UPC: 079000328476
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| Not AvailableCustomer ReviewsReviewed on 2008-06-17 
very good connector and easy to fix
I use this connector to terminate my Raptor 10AWG cable. Within 2 mins i finished termination at both end which show how easy it is to connect. |  | Reviewed on 2008-05-22 
Acoustic Research AP-397, Banana Plugs
Work very well, the sound is grate, abut 2 min to install.
I'm very happy and will recommend this product to any one looking for it. | | Reviewed on 2008-04-16
Ease of use makes them a good value
Value
Most audio connector products are overpriced. These AR banana connectors probably are, too. But they offer good value because they are so well designed and easy to use. Their build quality also seems good, and they sound fine.
Design
Each connector comprises three separate parts: the plug, a "compression ring", and a base.
The plug is one part, and has three sections: the plug proper that connects to audio equipment, the small section of knurled case with threads for screwing into the base, and a 1/2" spike for embedding in speaker cable.
The base is one part: the large section of knurled case threaded for the plug to screw into. Each is marked with either a red stripe for the positive side of the speaker cable, or a white one for the negative side.
Installation
Installation could not be easier. The one detail the instructions do not mention, but I discovered quickly, is that there are two sets of compression rings. The white ones are for thicker speaker cable, the black ones for thinner cable.
Final hand tightening of the connector assembly should be sufficient, but if you are over-zealous, you may abrade your finger with the knurled casing. I did. Common sense might have saved me from this, but you may benefit from using a thin rag to protect your fingers. | | Reviewed on 2007-02-11
Great product
I bought these because I got tired of having to use the screw down terminals on my receiver when ever I had to unhook and re-hook my speakers. And to be honest I have always been happy with Acoustic Research products. All my A/V cabling is from this company.
The installation instructions were very easy to follow. I did all 5 speakers at the receiver in less than half an hour. The connections to the speaker wires are solid as is the plug-in to the receiver.
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