{"title":"Connectors","description":"\u003cp\u003eConnectors such as banana plugs and cable lugs (spades) form the contact between the speaker cable and the terminals of amplifier and speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy good connectors?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best cable cross-section is of little use if the contact wobbles at the end. Banana plugs and spades provide a large-area, firm and repeatable connection at the terminals – quickly plugged in, securely fixed, and without loose strands of wire that risk a short circuit. They're the small, often underestimated link that turns a good cable into a reliable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat matters is the right type (banana plug or spade), a secure fit on your terminals, and a clean connection to the cable – soldered, crimped or screwed. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil we take a look at your connection terminals and, on request, fit the connectors professionally to your speaker cable right away. That way everything fits together in the end, instead of you wrestling with loose strands at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for – and straight talk\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants to connect their speakers cleanly and with a secure contact – from the first hookup of new speakers to retrofitting old, bare strands with proper connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e connectors are no sonic miracle, but a gain in safety and convenience. A good contact prevents wobbling and makes swapping cables easier. Gold-plated contacts mainly protect against corrosion. We make sure the type matches your terminals, instead of selling you the most expensive option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerdict:\u003c\/strong\u003e the right type, a secure fit, a clean cable connection – then the connection sits rock solid. Bring your cable along, or order both together, and we'll terminate the ends to fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBanana plug or spade – which is better?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are very good; it depends on your terminals. Banana plugs are inserted into the opening of the terminal and are easy to swap, spades are screwed under the terminal and sit especially firmly. We recommend the type that matches your terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use connectors at all instead of bare wire?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBare, twisted strands tend towards loose contacts and stray individual wires that can cause a short circuit. Connectors provide a large-area, firm contact and easy swapping. Especially with thick cable, they're the cleaner solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the connectors fit my terminals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost HiFi terminals accept banana plugs or spades, but there are exceptions and different sizes. Tell us your amplifier and speakers, or show us the terminals, and we'll match the right connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow are the connectors fitted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the type, they're soldered, crimped or screwed on. Fitted cleanly, they provide a lastingly good contact. We're happy to take care of the professional fitting to your speaker cable, so the result is right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre gold-plated contacts worth it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold plating protects the contact surface against corrosion and keeps the transition resistance low over the years – a sensible, practical benefit. It's not a sonic miracle. We choose solid, durable connectors to match your cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy connectors at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we determine the right type for your terminals and, on request, fit the connectors professionally to the cable right away. That way the connection sits securely and you avoid the fiddling. We advise you personally and deliver throughout Switzerland – free shipping from CHF 190.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Banana plug or spade – which is better?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Both are very good; it depends on your terminals. Banana plugs are inserted into the opening of the terminal and are easy to swap, spades are screwed under the terminal and sit especially firmly. 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We advise you personally and deliver throughout Switzerland – free shipping from CHF 190.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecherkabel\"\u003eSpeaker Cable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/endstufen\"\u003ePower Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003eAll Cables \u0026amp; Connectors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"audioquest-suregrip-500-lautsprecher-stecker","title":"AudioQuest SureGrip 500 Speaker Connectors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest SureGrip 500 is a speaker connector with a solid, one-piece conductor made of high-purity Purple Copper, available as a banana plug or multi-spade, and in sets of 4 or 6. The silver layer sits directly on the copper, and the cable is cold-crimped rather than soldered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween the 300 series and the 500 series there's no marketing leap, but a material change: away from beryllium copper, toward a solid piece of Purple Copper with no seams, sleeves, or interlayers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the 500 series?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery connector is a break in the signal path — the only question is how many parts and metals it's made of. The SureGrip 500 is machined from a single piece, with no brass sleeve and none of the usual nickel undercoat beneath the precious-metal layer. AudioQuest calls this directly applied silver \"Hanging Silver.\" Add to that the Cold-Weld principle: a set screw cold-presses the cable end into the conductor, with no solder as a third metal in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSet of 4 or 6 — what you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set sizes aren't a bulk discount, but two different use cases. AudioQuest calls the \u003cstrong\u003e4-piece set\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Full Range\": four connectors terminate a normal speaker cable run completely, two at the amplifier and two at the speaker. The \u003cstrong\u003e6-piece set\u003c\/strong\u003e is called \"BiWire\": two connectors at the amplifier, four at the bi-wireable speaker. Both sizes cover \u003cstrong\u003eone\u003c\/strong\u003e speaker each — for a stereo pair, you need two sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SureGrip 500 for — and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor systems where the speaker cable itself is already decent and the contact point shouldn't remain the weakest link. Gauges up to 9 AWG fit. Honestly: if the other end still has bundled stranded wire hanging off it, upgrade there first — a solid Purple Copper connector on thin bell wire is expensive cosmetics. We'll tell you where the bigger lever is in your setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500 series is the point where connector quality can be justified technically rather than merely claimed: one conductor, one metal, a defined clamping pressure. Anyone who already has a good cable lying around gets the matching termination here. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we clarify plug type and set size beforehand so nothing surplus ends up in a drawer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e speaker connector, banana or multi-spade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e AudioQuest SureGrip 500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid, one-piece, high-purity Purple Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating:\u003c\/strong\u003e silver, directly applied (\"Hanging Silver,\" no interlayer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClamping principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold-Weld — set screw cold-presses the cable, solder-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 9 AWG (approx. 6.6 mm²)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBanana connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e common standard banana jacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-spade connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e screw binding posts from 6.4 to 7.9 mm (1\/4\" to 5\/16\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-piece (\"Full Range\") or 6-piece (\"BiWire\"), each for one speaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 or 6 connectors, depending on the variant chosen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the 6-piece set for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a bi-wireable speaker. There, the cable splits at the speaker into two pairs of terminals: two connectors go to the amplifier, four to the speaker. That's why AudioQuest lists this set size as \"BiWire.\" Without bi-wiring, the 4-piece set — which the manufacturer calls \"Full Range\" — is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's different about Purple Copper compared to the 300 series material?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500 series uses a solid, one-piece conductor of high-purity Purple Copper; the 300 series uses a body made of beryllium copper. The difference lies in purity and construction: no seam, no sleeve, no second metal in the signal path. In both cases, the silver layer sits directly on the conductor with no interlayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the multi-spade fit under my binding post?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500 series' spade lug is designed for posts with a 6.4 to 7.9 millimeter shaft diameter, and so fits the vast majority of common screw binding posts. No spade lug works on pure sockets without threads — there, use the banana version instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy get the SureGrip 500 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we treat cable and connector as one component, and we'll handle the termination for you if you like. Our team in Wädenswil has been in this business for over two decades and will tell you honestly when a different step in your chain would bring more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo go with it, you'll find \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecherkabel\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e, the rest of our range of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003eConnectors\u003c\/a\u003e, and the entire \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Banane \/ 4er","offer_id":53018136183120,"sku":"AQ-SG500-BAN-4","price":149.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Multi-Spade \/ 4er","offer_id":53018136248656,"sku":"AQ-SG500-MS-4","price":149.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Banane \/ 6er","offer_id":53215332467024,"sku":"AQ-SG500-BAN-6","price":224.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Multi-Spade \/ 6er","offer_id":53215332499792,"sku":"AQ-SG500-MS-6","price":224.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-suregrip-500-lautsprecher-stecker-banana-paaransicht.png?v=1785437720"},{"product_id":"audioquest-suregrip-300-lautsprecher-stecker-4er-set","title":"AudioQuest SureGrip 300 Speaker Connectors (Set of 4)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest SureGrip 300 is a screw-clamped speaker connector made of beryllium copper, available as either a banana plug or a multi-spade lug. Four pieces per set, silver-plated, fitted without a soldering iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 300 is the entry level of AudioQuest's SureGrip family — and exactly the point where a stripped cable end becomes a connection that still sits rock-solid even after the third time you've rearranged your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy put connectors on speaker cable at all?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bare copper end in a binding post is the cheapest and, at the same time, the worst solution: it oxidizes in the air, individual strands break off, and the wire twists along when you retighten it. The SureGrip 300 sets the cable end into a beryllium copper body and cold-presses it with a hex socket screw — AudioQuest calls this principle Cold-Weld. No solder, no extra transition layer, but instead a defined clamping pressure you can reproduce at any time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour connectors plus the matching hex key. Four pieces terminate exactly one cable run completely: two at the amplifier, two at the speaker. For a stereo pair, you therefore need two sets — a calculation that surprisingly often goes wrong. The conductor is made of beryllium copper, which is harder and conducts better than the brass otherwise commonly used; the silver layer sits directly on it rather than over a nickel or brass interlayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the SureGrip 300 for — and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone who wants to terminate their speaker cable cleanly, reversibly, and without a soldering station. Gauges up to 9 AWG fit, which covers practically every living-room cable. Straight talk: if you're running a top-shelf system, you're better off reaching for the 500 series with its solid Purple Copper conductor. And whether banana or multi-spade is right depends on your binding posts — not on your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 300 is the sensible standard connector: an honest choice of material, a comprehensible clamping principle, no voodoo. We've been fitting it to customers' cables for years and still find it just as tight years later. If you call HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we'll work out beforehand exactly how many sets your setup really needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e speaker connector, banana or multi-spade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e AudioQuest SureGrip 300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-purity beryllium copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating:\u003c\/strong\u003e silver, directly applied (no nickel or brass interlayer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHousing:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-metallic POM composite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClamping principle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold-Weld — hex socket screw cold-presses the cable, solder-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 9 AWG (approx. 6.6 mm²)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBanana connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e common standard banana jacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-spade connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e screw binding posts, round, oval, and square shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 connectors, hex key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many sets do I need for a stereo pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sets, so eight connectors. A speaker cable has four ends to terminate — two at the amplifier, two at the speaker — and a separate cable runs per channel. A single 4-piece set is therefore enough for exactly one speaker. We're happy to work it out with you in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBanana or multi-spade — which fits my binding posts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour connections decide that. Screw binding posts accept both: the spade lug is screwed in under the clamping disc, while the banana plugs into the hole at the front. Pure sockets without threads only accept bananas. A multi-spade makes contact over a larger area; a banana is quicker to swap — sonically, the two differ very little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need tools or a soldering iron?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a soldering iron — the matching hex key is included with the set. You strip about a centimeter of cable, slide the end into the connector body, and tighten the clamping screw. That takes under two minutes per connector. On request, we'll terminate your cable for you in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the SureGrip 300 at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we'll tell you in advance which variant belongs on your binding posts and how many sets you really need. Our team has been terminating speaker cables for decades and will handle the termination for you on request as well. Call 044 680 22 00, message us on WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), or email shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecherkabel\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e the connectors end up on, more \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003eConnectors and Terminals\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Banane","offer_id":53018136510800,"sku":"AQ-SG300-BAN-4","price":69.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Multi-Spade","offer_id":53018136543568,"sku":"AQ-SG300-MS-4","price":69.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-suregrip-300-lautsprecher-stecker-4er-set-banana-setansicht.png?v=1785437720"},{"product_id":"audioquest-thunderbird-biwire-jumper","title":"AudioQuest ThunderBird BiWire Jumper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest ThunderBird BiWire Jumper is a ready-made speaker bridge that replaces the bundled sheet-metal strips between the terminal pairs on bi-wireable speakers. Each jumper measures about 20 centimeters and carries AudioQuest 500 series connectors on both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the most unassuming component in any system — and at the same time the only one many manufacturers supply as stamped sheet metal, after spending months selecting components for the crossover right next to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace the factory bridge?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the entire signal for the tweeter or woofer section has to pass through that piece of sheet metal, right in front of the crossover. The ThunderBird instead uses solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ — AudioQuest's high-purity, direction-controlled copper. Over that sits a conductive, carbon-loaded jacket that dissipates picked-up radio-frequency noise before it reaches the speaker. The contact ends are handled by 500 series connectors made from one-piece Purple Copper with directly applied silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour jumpers per set — two per speaker, so enough for a complete stereo pair. The ends come in four combinations: spade-to-spade, spade-to-banana, banana-to-spade, or banana-to-banana. That way you get the bridge that fits your terminal without an adapter in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho are the ThunderBird Jumpers for — and who aren't they for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor bi-wireable speakers that already have a decent cable attached and where the last twenty centimeters shouldn't remain the weakest link. Straight talk: if your speaker has only one pair of terminals, there's nothing to bridge — then the money is better spent on the speaker cable itself. And anyone already running two complete cable pairs doesn't need jumpers either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf all upgrades with a manageable effort, swapping the bridge is one of the most understandable: you replace a stamped part with a carefully chosen conductor, at a point that carries the full signal. Whether it's worth it for your speaker model, we'll tell you honestly at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil — even when the answer is sometimes no.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e bi-wire jumper (speaker bridge), ready-made\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e AudioQuest ThunderBird\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+), direction-controlled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoise dissipation:\u003c\/strong\u003e conductive, carbon-loaded jacket against RF interference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength per jumper:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 20 cm (8 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e AudioQuest 500 series, one-piece Purple Copper with directly applied silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e spade–spade, spade–banana, banana–spade, banana–banana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e blue on black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e one set is enough for a pair of bi-wireable speakers (2 jumpers per speaker)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 jumpers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many jumpers does a pair of speakers need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour, so exactly one set. Every bi-wireable speaker has two terminal pairs that need bridging, on the positive and negative sides — that's two jumpers per cabinet. For speakers with three terminal pairs, i.e. tri-wiring, the requirement doubles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich connector combination is the right one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour terminal dictates that. If the speaker cable sits with bananas in the upper terminals, there's usually room below for spade lugs — then spade-to-spade or banana-to-spade often fits. Measure or photograph your terminal, and we'll choose the right variant together before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere exactly does the jumper sit in the signal path?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirectly in front of the crossover, between the speaker's two terminal pairs. The entire signal for whichever section isn't directly connected runs through it. That's why the quality of this short piece matters more than its twenty-centimeter length would suggest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the ThunderBird Jumpers at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we know your speaker model and its terminal, or look it up, before an order goes out — the wrong connector combination is the most common headache with jumpers. Reach our team in Wädenswil at 044 680 22 00, via WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), or at shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pairs with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003eSpeakers\u003c\/a\u003e that have a bi-wiring terminal, quality \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecherkabel\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Spade–Spade","offer_id":53018136641872,"sku":"AQ-TBJ-SS","price":399.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Spade–Banane","offer_id":53018136674640,"sku":"AQ-TBJ-SB","price":399.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Banane–Spade","offer_id":53018136707408,"sku":"AQ-TBJ-BS","price":399.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"Banane–Banane","offer_id":53018136740176,"sku":"AQ-TBJ-BB","price":399.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-thunderbird-biwire-jumper-setansicht.png?v=1785437772"},{"product_id":"audioquest-hdmi-adapter","title":"AudioQuest HDMI Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest HDMI Adapter is a gold-plated connector piece that either extends an existing HDMI connection or redirects it by 90 degrees. Five versions cover the usual tight spots behind TV, rack and projector – exactly where a stiff connector is missing that one centimeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy an angle adapter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern TVs are screwed flat against the wall, and the HDMI socket often faces backward instead of sideways. A straight connector then presses against the wall, the cable kinks right at the connector outlet, and after a few months the picture starts flickering – typically right in the middle of a movie. A 90-degree adapter turns the plug direction away from the wall, relieves strain on the socket and cable jacket, and turns a constant annoyance into a non-issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou choose the version that suits your installation position. The \u003cstrong\u003eA–A coupler\u003c\/strong\u003e connects two cables socket to socket. \u003cstrong\u003e90°\/W\u003c\/strong\u003e redirects over the wide side of the connector, \u003cstrong\u003e90°\/N\u003c\/strong\u003e over the narrow side. The flat versions \u003cstrong\u003e90° NU\/R\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e90° NU\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e are especially low-profile and bend to the right or left respectively. All contacts are gold-plated, the housing is rigid – nothing gives, nothing twists under cable tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the HDMI Adapter for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight for you if your cable is good and only the plug direction is wrong. Straight talk: an adapter doesn't fix a cable that's too short or too weak. If the picture sparkles or drops out at 4K\/120, that's down to bandwidth, not the angle – then you need a different cable, not a connector piece. And every extra connection point remains a connection point; for very long runs, we'd rather solve that at the cable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small part with a disproportionately large effect: it saves sockets, cables and nerves, usually in that order. Send us a photo of the back of your device, and we'll tell you which of the five versions fits – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: HDMI adapter, plug to socket (A–A coupler: socket to socket)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnection: HDMI Type A, 19-pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersions: A–A coupler, 90°\/W (wide side), 90°\/N (narrow side), 90° flat NU\/R, 90° flat NU\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts: gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing: rigid construction, doesn't give under cable tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecification: HDMI High Speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSales unit: individual, one adapter per version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich adapter variant do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat depends on which way the cable needs to move out of the way. The W variant bends over the wide side of the connector, the N variant over the narrow side, and NU\/R and NU\/L are especially flat and shift to the right or left. Send us a photo of the back of your device, that clarifies it in a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes an adapter cost picture quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a short, well-made adapter with gold-plated contacts, practically not. More important than the extra connection point is a firm fit: an adapter that relieves strain on the socket prevents more picture errors than it theoretically causes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the adapter work with 4K\/120 and 8K?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapters are made to the HDMI High Speed specification. At very high data rates, the entire chain of cable, adapter and sockets always decides. If your run needs to transmit 8K or 4K\/120, talk to us briefly beforehand instead of troubleshooting afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect two cables with the A–A coupler?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the coupler joins two HDMI cables socket to socket. For short extensions, that's a clean solution. For greater distances, a continuous cable is the better choice, because every connection point remains a potential weak spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the AudioQuest HDMI Adapter from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause from many installations, we know which angle actually fits which rack – and we tell you beforehand instead of leaving you to experiment. Our technician Mauri in Wädenswil also solves the cases where it really gets tight behind the TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoes well with: the matching cable under \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/hdmi-kabel\"\u003eHDMI Cables\u003c\/a\u003e, more connection solutions among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003eConnectors\u003c\/a\u003e, and the devices in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/heimkino\"\u003eHome Cinema\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Kupplung A–A","offer_id":53019214938448,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"90°\/W","offer_id":53019214971216,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"90°\/N","offer_id":53019215003984,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"90° flach NU\/R","offer_id":53019215036752,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"90° flach NU\/L","offer_id":53019215069520,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-hdmi-adapter-kupplung-a-a-schraegansicht.png?v=1785437432"},{"product_id":"audioquest-preamp-jumper","title":"AudioQuest PreAmp-Jumper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest PreAmp-Jumper is a pair of short RCA bridges with a solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ conductor that replaces the factory sheet-metal straps between Pre-Out and Main-In in an integrated amplifier. Each bridge measures roughly 13 centimeters and has gold-plated RCA connectors at both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardly any component is so reliably overlooked – probably because most owners have never consciously looked at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Pre-Out and Main-In actually are\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated amplifier internally consists of two devices: the preamp, which selects sources and controls the volume, and the power amp, which turns that into power for the speakers. Many manufacturers bring both sections out to the back panel – Pre-Out is the preamp's output, Main-In the power amp's input. That lets you insert a separate power amp or an external sound processor between them later. As long as you don't do that, the connection needs to stay closed, and two small metal straps come included from the factory for exactly that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy these straps get in the way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entire music signal between preamp and power amp passes through them – at a low-level point where any interference gets amplified along with the signal later on. A stamped piece of sheet metal is the cheapest conceivable component for this. The PreAmp-Jumper puts a solid, direction-controlled PSC+ conductor with polyethylene air-tube insulation and gold-plated contacts in that exact same spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the PreAmp-Jumper for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor any integrated amplifier or receiver with separate Pre-Out\/Main-In sockets on the back panel. Honestly: if that separation is missing, there's simply nothing to replace – and on some devices the bridge sits internally, in which case it stays where it is. A look at the back panel or the manual clarifies this in a minute, and we're happy to take a look with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo modification, no tools, no warranty risk – just pull off two straps and plug in two proper conductors. The effect is fine-tuning, not a new device, and it's more noticeable on high-resolution systems than on compact ones. At HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, we'll tell you beforehand whether your amplifier is even built for this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e preamp bridge for Pre-Out\/Main-In\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor:\u003c\/strong\u003e solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ (PSC+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e polyethylene air-tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection type:\u003c\/strong\u003e RCA, plug to plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength per bridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e roughly 13 cm (5 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e plug-in, no soldering, no opening the device\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite:\u003c\/strong\u003e amplifier with separate Pre-Out and Main-In sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 bridges (for the left and right channel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I tell if my amplifier has Pre-Out and Main-In?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at the back panel: two pairs of RCA sockets next to each other, labeled Pre-Out and Main-In and connected by small U-shaped metal straps – that's the spot you're looking for. If you don't find any such straps, the connection is resolved internally and the jumper won't do anything for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are there two bridges in the set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause stereo has two channels. One bridge goes to the left channel, one to the right. That's all you need for a classic integrated amplifier. With multi-channel receivers that have Pre-Out for every channel, the requirement rises according to the number of bridged paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I lose my amplifier's warranty by doing this?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. You don't open anything or modify the device – you're just swapping out an accessory part that's accessible from outside. Keep the original straps anyway: on a later resale, they're part of the included scope, and for a service case, you'll want the device in its as-delivered state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy get the PreAmp-Jumper from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we check first whether your model even offers that separation, instead of just shipping it out. We know details like this from daily work on customer systems. You can reach us at 044 680 22 00, via WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) and at shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObvious companions: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vollverstarker\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e with Pre-Out, matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cinchkabel\"\u003eRCA cables\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53020001665360,"sku":null,"price":54.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-preamp-jumper-setansicht.png?v=1785437772"},{"product_id":"audioquest-rca-caps","title":"AudioQuest RCA Caps (Protective Cap Set)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest RCA Caps are a set of ten protective caps for unused RCA sockets. They close off open inputs on amplifiers, preamps or converters and dampen the high-frequency interference that an empty socket picks up like a small antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy cover empty RCA sockets?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectrically, every unoccupied RCA input is a piece of conductor sticking out into the open. It picks up RF, switching-power-supply junk and all sorts of other high-frequency noise from the environment and feeds it to the input stage, which has no sensible use for it. The caps silence these antennas. What you hear from that isn't a new sound, but less restlessness between the notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTen caps that you simply plug onto the free sockets – done, no tools, no adjustment, no manual. They sit firmly on their own and, as a side effect, keep dust and moisture away from the contacts. Ten pieces are enough for the entire back panel on most amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho are the RCA Caps for – and who aren't they for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensible for systems with many unused RCA inputs, especially in homes full of Wi-Fi routers, dimmers and switching power supplies. Straight talk: this is fine-tuning at the top end of a cleanly built chain, not a substitute for a better source, better placement, or a proper power cable. If you're still at the beginning, invest there first – and come back to the caps later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn accessory where managing expectations is half the battle. The RCA Caps don't deliver an aha moment, but a bit more calm in the background – and, as a nice side effect, clean sockets for years to come. Whether they change anything in your system depends heavily on your environment; give us a call and we'll give you our honest assessment. HD Zürisee, Wädenswil: 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls), shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: protective and termination caps for RCA sockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 10 caps per set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffect: dampens RF interference into unused inputs, protects against dust and oxidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation: plug on, no tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: unoccupied RCA inputs on amplifiers, preamps, DACs, streamers, phono preamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: 10 × RCA cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat do caps on empty RCA sockets actually do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey close off inputs that would otherwise act as small antennas, picking up high-frequency interference and feeding it into the circuit. That becomes audible as a somewhat calmer background and clearer fine detail. A fine-tune, not an overhaul – if you're expecting a leap like from a new speaker, you're looking in the wrong place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many caps are in the set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTen pieces. That usually covers all the free RCA sockets on a well-equipped integrated amp or preamp. If you have a larger system with many unused inputs, add a second set. Count them beforehand, then you only order once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo the caps also protect against dust and oxidation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, that's the tangible side effect. Closed sockets don't accumulate a layer of dust and oxidize more slowly. If you need the input again years later, the contact is still clean and you won't have to reach for contact spray first. This pays off especially with devices that are rarely rewired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo they fit every RCA socket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn standard-compliant RCA sockets, yes – they're simply plugged on and sit firmly by themselves. On very tightly built connection panels, it can get snug in individual spots. If in doubt, send us a photo of your device's back panel and we'll take a look before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the AudioQuest RCA Caps from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we assess tuning accessories honestly instead of talking them up bigger than they are. Our expert team in Wädenswil will tell you whether the caps help your system or whether your money would do more good elsewhere. Just ask – by phone, WhatsApp or email.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoes well with more \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003econnectors \u0026amp; adapters\u003c\/a\u003e, high-quality \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cinchkabel\"\u003eRCA cables\u003c\/a\u003e, the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/zubehor\"\u003ehi-fi accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, and the entire \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53020001698128,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-rca-caps-schutzkappen-set-setansicht.png?v=1785437432"},{"product_id":"audioquest-rca-adapter-splitter","title":"AudioQuest RCA Adapter \u0026 Splitter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest RCA Adapter \u0026 Splitter is a selection of gold-plated RCA connectors for spots where a straight cable just won't reach: a 90-degree angle, a rigid Y-splitter, and a flexible splitter variant with a short cable. You choose the version that solves your connection problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy bother with proper adapters at all?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore gets decided behind the rack than you can see from the front. An adapter made of soft sheet metal increases contact resistance, works loose the next time you rearrange things, and readily picks up a hum. The AudioQuest pieces work with gold-plated contacts and a mechanism that fits snugly – what matters here isn't esoterica, but fit and contact pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe three versions in plain terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM21F-90S:\u003c\/strong\u003e accepts an RCA plug and goes into the device as an angled RCA plug – the rescue when the rack sits against the wall or the cable is stiff. \u003cstrong\u003eM22F-HRD:\u003c\/strong\u003e the rigid hard splitter, one RCA plug into two RCA sockets, a compact metal block with no cable. \u003cstrong\u003eFLX-X splitter:\u003c\/strong\u003e the same split, but via a short, flexible piece of cable – more pleasant where a rigid piece would lever on the socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho are the adapters for – and who aren't they for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight for you if your cable is fundamentally fine and just needs to be redirected or split – for an additional subwoofer, say. Straight talk: no adapter rescues a thin, too-long, or tired signal path, and three adapters in a row aren't a solution but troubleshooting in slow motion. In that case, a properly made-up cable is the more honest answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall parts you only learn to appreciate once the rack sits against the wall without any cursing. Solid mechanics, gold-plated contacts, clear jobs to do – an adapter shouldn't need to do more than that. If you're unsure which of the three versions fits your case: describe your devices and the space to us briefly. HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: RCA adapter and splitter, three versions to choose from\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM21F-90S: RCA socket → angled RCA plug (90°), rigid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM22F-HRD (Hard RCA Splitter): 1 × RCA plug → 2 × RCA socket, rigid metal housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFLX-X splitter: Y-splitter with short, flexible cable (approx. 15 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts: gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal: analog RCA (unbalanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: 1 adapter per chosen version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich of the three versions do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat depends on your goal. The M21F-90S redirects an RCA cable by 90 degrees when there's no room behind the device. The M22F-HRD rigidly splits a signal across two sockets. The FLX-X variant does the same with a short, movable cable instead of a fixed metal block.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes an adapter degrade the sound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA short, well-built adapter with gold-plated contacts is sonically uncritical and clearly better than a wobbly makeshift solution. It only gets critical once adapters start stacking up or the contact sits loosely. A firm fit counts for more here than any material marketing – we say that deliberately, this plainly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the splitter to also feed a subwoofer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, that's the classic use: a Y-splitter also feeds the same RCA signal to the subwoofer input. Make sure the source can drive the doubled load. If your subwoofer offers its own high-level or pass-through input, that route is usually the better one – we're happy to take a look at that with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 90-degree angle a socket or a plug?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M21F-90S accepts an RCA plug on one side and itself plugs into the device as an angled RCA plug. That way your cable disappears to the side instead of straight back. Practical for racks close to the wall, low sideboards, and whenever your cable is thick and stubborn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy order the AudioQuest RCA adapters from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we know from practice which adapter helps and which one just shifts the problem elsewhere. Describe your connection situation to us, and we'll name the right version – or honestly tell you that a different cable would be the better solution. That advice comes free in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoes well with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cinchkabel\"\u003eRCA cables\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/subwoofer-kabel\"\u003esubwoofer cables\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003econnectors \u0026amp; adapters\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"M21F-90S","offer_id":53020002484560,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"M22F-HRD","offer_id":53020002517328,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"F22M \/ M22F-FLX-X","offer_id":53020002550096,"sku":null,"price":26.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-rca-adapter-splitter-schraegansicht.png?v=1785437432"},{"product_id":"audioquest-35mm-toslink-adapter","title":"AudioQuest 3.5mm Toslink Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest Toslink adapter is an optical connector piece that makes a full-size Toslink connector usable on a combined 3.5mm mini-optical jack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this adapter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every device has a full-size Toslink jack. Laptops, older Macs, and some compact devices instead put the optical output on a 3.5mm headphone jack that shares light and analog signal. The adapter fits onto the Toslink connector and brings it down to the smaller format – a firm fit instead of a loose contact, without you having to buy a second cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove all, freedom of cable choice. Instead of committing to a fixed, ready-made mini-optical cable, you can take the cable that suits you in sound and length and adapt it. When you unplug the laptop, you plug the same cable back into the TV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the adapter suited for – and who isn't it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlain talk: if you're buying an AudioQuest Forest, Cinnamon, Carbon or Vodka Optical, this adapter is already included – so you don't need another one. It makes sense with the Pearl, with other manufacturers' cables, as a replacement for a lost one, or for a second connection elsewhere in the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small part with a decisive role: unremarkable to look at, and without it the whole connection stays silent. Before you order, better ask us quickly whether you actually need it – HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: optical adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunction: converts a full-size Toslink connector to 3.5mm mini-optical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication: devices with a combined 3.5mm mini-optical output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: fits all AudioQuest Toslink cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: 1 adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if my device needs this adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at the jack. If it's rectangular with a bevelled edge, a Toslink connector fits directly and you need nothing further. If it's a round 3.5mm headphone jack from which a faint red light shimmers during operation, it's a combined mini-optical output – that's what the adapter is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need the adapter in addition to my AudioQuest optical cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMostly not. AudioQuest already includes a mini adapter with the Forest, Cinnamon, Carbon and Vodka models. A separate one is worth having if you're using a Pearl or a third-party cable, if you've misplaced the included adapter, or if you want to equip a second connection in the house with one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the adapter cost any signal quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot audibly, in our experience. The adapter extends the light path by only a few millimeters and holds the connector firmly in the jack. More important than the part itself is that the fiber ends stay clean and the connection isn't under tension. No dust, no wobble, no problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the adapter from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we ask first instead of just selling. Often the right adapter is already included with the cable, and then we'll tell you so. If you really need one, it comes together with the right cable. Call us on 044 680 22 00 or write via WhatsApp to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter is used together with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/optische-kabel\"\u003eoptical cables\u003c\/a\u003e; you'll find further connectors among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003econnectors\u003c\/a\u003e, matching devices among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/dac\"\u003eDACs \u0026amp; D\/A converters\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the program in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest world\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53020034367824,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-3-5-mm-toslink-adapter-schraegansicht.png?v=1785436383"},{"product_id":"audioquest-mini-flx35-splitter","title":"AudioQuest MINI-FLX3.5 Splitter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest MINI-FLX3.5 is a jack splitter that distributes a 3.5mm stereo signal to two 3.5mm sockets. Instead of the usual bargain-bin splitter, this one packs a short, flexible cable with solid Solid PSC+ conductors and gold-plated contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this particular splitter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Y-splitter is electrically the simplest thing in the world – and yet the spot where many setups quietly lose out. Cheap splitters use thin stranded wire and loosely seated contacts: contact resistance, wobble, crackling with every movement. The MINI-FLX3.5 uses the same solid Solid PSC+ conductors that AudioQuest builds into its FLX cables, plus a braided jacket that keeps the fifteen centimetres between plug and double socket flexible without kinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 3.5mm stereo plug goes in, two 3.5mm stereo sockets come out, both carrying the same signal. That lets you hang two headphones off one output or send one source to two devices at once. The contacts are gold-plated, the jacket is white braided, and the whole thing fits in any pocket and survives everyday life in a backpack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MINI-FLX3.5 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou're in the right place if two people need to listen from one headphone output, or one source needs to feed two destinations. Plain talk: a splitter doesn't halve the quality, but it does split the power. If two high-impedance headphones hang off a weak notebook output, things get quiet and thin – then the way forward is a headphone amp. And this thing doesn't separate microphone signals; it's a pure stereo splitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn accessory nobody normally says a word about – until the cheap equivalent crackles at the crucial moment. The MINI-FLX3.5 is solidly built, mechanically robust, and delivers exactly what a splitter should: nothing of its own. Not sure whether you need a splitter or a headphone amp? A call to HD Zürisee in Wädenswil clears that up faster than any product page: 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: jack splitter (Y-splitter), permanently assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: 1 × 3.5mm stereo plug → 2 × 3.5mm stereo socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConductor: solid Solid PSC+ (Perfect-Surface Copper+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts: gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJacket: braided, white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: approx. 15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal: analogue stereo (unbalanced), no microphone channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: 1 × MINI-FLX3.5 splitter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan two headphones listen through it at the same time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, both sockets carry the same stereo signal, and both headphones run in parallel. Just keep in mind: the two headphones share the output's power. On a powerful headphone amp you won't notice anything, on a weak notebook output you'll be missing level and punch. Headphones with different sensitivities will also play at different volumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the splitter also work with a headset that has a microphone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it's not built for that. The MINI-FLX3.5 distributes a pure stereo signal to two outputs. Four-pole headset jacks with a microphone channel need their own TRRS splitter that cleanly separates headphone and microphone. Tell us which headset and which computer you use, and we'll name the right part for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy solid conductors instead of stranded wire in such a short piece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause even fifteen centimetres of signal path have transitions. Solid Solid PSC+ conductors avoid the many contact points between individual strands, and their surface is drawn evenly. The result is a mechanically stable contact that doesn't crackle when the cable moves, and stays the same over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it fit smartphones, notebooks, and headphone amps?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, wherever there's a 3.5mm stereo socket. Many current smartphones no longer have a headphone jack and need a USB-C or Lightning adapter with a built-in DAC beforehand. Tell us your device and your headphones, and we'll tell you the right combination – and whether it delivers enough level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the MINI-FLX3.5 from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we tell you in advance whether a splitter solves your problem or just moves it. Our team in Wädenswil handles headphones, amplifiers, and adapters every day and advises you by phone, WhatsApp, or email – even for a part of this size. Small amounts, the same care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso worth a look: more \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003econnectors \u0026amp; adapters\u003c\/a\u003e, the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables \u0026amp; connectors\u003c\/a\u003e, matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kopfhoerer-zubehor\"\u003eheadphone accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53020065825104,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-mini-flx35-klinken-splitter-produktansicht.png?v=1785437431"},{"product_id":"audioquest-mini-flx352rca-adapter","title":"AudioQuest MINI-FLX3.52RCA Jack\/RCA Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe AudioQuest MINI-FLX3.52RCA is a jack\/RCA adapter that routes a 3.5mm stereo output to two RCA sockets for left and right. Solid Solid PSC+ conductors in a fifteen-centimetre-short, braided cable replace the plastic adapter that lies in a drawer with most devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this adapter and not the one from the drawer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe transition from mini-jack to RCA is one of the most thankless spots in a system: small, mechanically stressed, usually cheaply made. That's exactly where loose contacts, one-sided failures, and hum arise. AudioQuest puts the same solid Solid PSC+ conductors here as in its FLX cable series, plus gold-plated contacts and a braided jacket that absorbs pulling forces instead of passing them on to the solder joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get – and what else you need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn one side a 3.5mm stereo plug, on the other two RCA \u003cstrong\u003esockets\u003c\/strong\u003e. Important: these are sockets, not plugs. You plug your existing RCA cable into them and run it into the high-level input of your amplifier or active speakers. That sounds like a detour, but it's actually the more practical route – you determine the length and quality of that run yourself, instead of being tied to a fixed, moulded-on lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is the MINI-FLX3.52RCA for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal when your source only has a jack output: notebook, portable player, headphone amp, older smartphone. Plain talk: if the source has a genuine RCA output, use a single continuous RCA cable instead – every intermediate point you remove is one less source of interference. And anyone wanting to connect a modern phone without a headphone jack needs a DAC beforehand anyway; then it's worth looking at a proper DAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo sonic miracle, but a properly built bridge – and that's exactly the compliment. The MINI-FLX3.52RCA holds up mechanically, sits firmly, and doesn't draw attention, which is the highest praise an adapter can get. We're happy to tell you which combination gets you to your goal by the shortest route with your devices: HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/41765342200\"\u003e076 534 22 00\u003c\/a\u003e (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: adapter, 3.5mm jack to RCA, permanently assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: 1 × 3.5mm stereo plug → 2 × RCA socket (left\/right)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConductor: solid Solid PSC+ (Perfect-Surface Copper+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts: gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJacket: braided, white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: approx. 15 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal: analogue stereo (unbalanced)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso required: an RCA cable to the amplifier (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded: 1 × MINI-FLX3.52RCA adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I plug the adapter directly into the amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the RCA end has two sockets, not plugs. You plug a normal RCA cable in there and run it to the high-level input of your amplifier or active speakers. That has an advantage: you're free to choose the length and quality of that cable instead of having to live with a fixed lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it to connect my phone to the stereo system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, provided your smartphone has a 3.5mm headphone output. The adapter takes the signal and hands it on to your RCA cable. For devices without a headphone jack, put a USB-C or Lightning DAC in front, or go straight via an external DAC – sonically that's clearly the more sensible route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the quality enough for a permanently installed source?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a fixed installation, a single continuous cable with no intermediate point is always the cleaner solution. The MINI-FLX3.52RCA plays to its strength wherever the source simply only has a jack output – say a notebook, portable player, or headphone amp. For occasional use, it's exactly right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the adapter, and how flexible?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround fifteen centimetres, with a braided jacket that bends without kinking. That means no rigid block hangs off your device's socket, and the two RCA sockets can be conveniently positioned behind the rack. In the long run, that's also easier on the source's socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy get the MINI-FLX3.52RCA from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause we think the chain through to the end: adapter, matching RCA cable, correct input. In Wädenswil there's a well-practised specialist team that puts together the shortest clean connection for you, instead of a stack of adapters. Call, message us on WhatsApp, or email what you want to connect – we'll answer with something specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso worth a look: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cinchkabel\"\u003eRCA cables\u003c\/a\u003e, more \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/stecker\"\u003econnectors \u0026amp; adapters\u003c\/a\u003e, the entire range of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables \u0026amp; connectors\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/audioquest\"\u003eAudioQuest range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53020065923408,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/audioquest-mini-flx352rca-klinke-cinch-adapter-produktansicht.png?v=1785437431"},{"product_id":"isotek-24ct-gold-audiophile-connectors","title":"IsoTek 24ct Gold Audiophile Connectors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe IsoTek 24ct Gold Audiophile Connectors are premium replacement connectors for re-terminating existing mains cables – solid OFC with 24-carat gold contacts that never tarnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith these connectors you upgrade an existing mains cable to the right connector without buying a completely new cable. The 24-carat gold plating keeps the contact surface permanently tarnish-free, and the solid oxygen-free copper delivers low contact resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsoTek's premium, tarnish-free Audiophile connectors in the right form factor – from the device-side IEC socket to the wall plug. This lets you fit a good cable to exactly the connector your component needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho are the Connectors for? (and who they're not for — straight talk)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone wanting to re-terminate an existing IsoTek cable or retrofit a clean connection. \u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e assembly belongs in professional hands – 230 volts is nothing to joke about. Mauri does this properly in Wädenswil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall parts, big effect on contact quality: tarnish-free gold contacts on solid OFC, in every common form factor. The clean solution for making a good cable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: audiophile connectors for re-termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContacts: 24-carat gold-plated, tarnish-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: solid OFC (oxygen-free copper)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersions: C7, C15, C19 (device side) as well as EU (Schuko) and CH (wall plug)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: professional re-termination recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich version do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC7 (two-pole, figure-8) for small sources, C15 (notched, for warm devices) and C19 for high-current components like power amps – plus EU (Schuko) and CH as wall plugs. 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