FosPower Banana Plugs 10 Pairs / 20 pcs, Closed Screw 24K Gold Plated Speaker Plug Connectors for Speaker Wire, Wall Plate, Home Theater, Audio/Video Receiver, Amplifiers and Sound Systems

Easy to install and easy to use! Exactly what was needed. I now have more space behind equipment.

Very high quality, as shown!

​If you are still struggling to poke bare copper wire into the tiny spring clips or binding posts on the back of a crowded AV receiver, stop. These FosPower banana plugs are a small investment that make a massive difference in both sound reliability and your own sanity during setup. ​The Design: "Closed Screw" vs. The Rest ​What sets these apart from the cheap, open-screw types is the Closed Screw design. ​The Setup: You feed the wire through the bottom, fan the copper strands over the teeth, and screw the top down. It creates a high-pressure, gap-free connection that won't wiggle loose. ​Safety First: Because the wire is fully enclosed, you don’t have to worry about a single "stray hair" of copper touching the chassis or the neighbouring terminal—which is the #1 cause of blown fuses or "Protection Mode" on amplifiers. ​Build Quality: 24K Gold Plated ​They feel "hefty" in the hand. The 24K gold plating isn't just for show; it prevents the copper from oxidising (turning green) over time, which can muffle your high frequencies. ​The Fit: They click into the binding posts of my Denon receiver with a satisfying "thud." They aren't loose, and they don't require a hammer to get in. ​Colour Coding: The clear Red/Black rings make it impossible to mess up your polarity, even when you’re reaching behind a dark TV cabinet. ​A Pro Tip for Installation ​These are compatible with 12AWG to 18AWG wire. If you are using thinner wire (16-18AWG), make sure to strip a bit extra and fold the copper back on itself to give the teeth more to "bite" into. Once tightened, you can literally tug on the cable and it won't budge. ​Final Verdict ​Pros: Professional aesthetic; very secure mechanical connection; eliminates the risk of short circuits. ​Cons: They add about 1.5 inches of depth to the back of your speakers/amp, so make sure you have enough clearance from the wall. ​For the price of a couple of pints, you're getting a permanent upgrade to your home cinema's reliability. They make your setup look like a professional install rather than a DIY bird's nest.

I purchased these FosPower & Sewell banana plugs and ended up keeping these and returned the Sewell branded ones. They performed better with the magnet test. They don’t stick to the magnet like the Sewell did. I used 7 pairs (14 total) to connect 7 speakers using 14awg wires and had zero issues. These banana plugs are well made. All the set screws worked perfectly and didn’t strip or get stuck. I’d buy these again.

These plugs are the bomb!! The fastening system with the screws ensure a super snug fit with the wire and once the jacket is screwed on, the whole connection will be virtually impossible to slip out.. The plug end fits tight and secure to my receiver also.. Excellent value and excellent product!