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Which speaker cable connector is better - Neutrik Speakon or 1/4" plug?

I'm looking to hook up speakers to my amp and on one end I'll need the banana connector but on the other end of the speaker cable I have a choice of using 1/4" or Neurtrik Speakon connections to the speaker. Which of those two connections is better and why? Incidently I'm looking to get a 12 gauge cable too. Thanks.

Definitely go with the Speakon. It was designed from the ground up to be a speaker connector. The 1/4 inch connector is a very old design and was never meant for speaker level voltage and current.

The speakon will never pull out, has low contact resistance, no soldering needed, accepts large gauge wire, super durable (need I go on?). Plus you'll look more professional.

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