Has anyone had any issues using banana plugs with the binding posts on the RM30s? I know Zybar had some issues a year ago with the binding posts on his RM40s and resolved it with extension collars. I was curious if the same applies to the RM30s or if this is a thing of the past.
Thanks.
-KJ
Hi KJ,
The binding posts on VMPS are some of the best you will find.
They have a weighty solid nut that can tighten quite well on a "solid" metal post.
These are expensive solid metal posts and nuts with no plastic.
The prefered method of binding for VMPS is Spades and this post works the best with spades.
As far as bananas, you will find that the new generation of bananas are spring loaded sawtoothed barrels that are the same circumference from front to back. This type of barrel provides maximum contact, and compresion pressure for this connection.
Since the post itself is solid (not hollow to accept thinner bananas), it has a shorter depth than those with hollow posts, and is limited to the length of the nut minus how far it is "screwed" to the shaft.
This can be lengthened by adding a "spacer" in front of the nut, which extends the internal shaft.
I would avoid older style bananas that have "tapered" front portions, that then blossom or bulge out about half shaft. These will have the least contact area and not feel as snug or secure.
So in short:
1) Opt for spades for the best connection
2) If you use bananas get the best and add a spacer
3) I also suggest treating the shaft and the inside of the nut barrel with SilClear for maximum result.
PS - While it will work, they do not easily accept bare wire, since there is no "hole" in the post itself.
