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What You Need to Know
The Pangea Audio Xtreme spade is built for cable DIYers who want a quality termination on a bulk speaker cable of their choice. Spades are U-shaped connectors that slide over an amplifier or speaker binding post and lock in place when you tighten the post's cap or collar. They give you a solid, reliable connection that is easy to remove when you need to.
This connector attaches two ways. The screw-down compression method clamps the cable inside the barrel with a set screw — no heat required, and no special tools beyond a small screwdriver or Allen key. Soldering is also supported for those who prefer a permanently bonded joint. Both methods are straightforward and well suited to home installation.
This product is sold as a single connector. Buy the quantity you need for your project — two per cable end, four total for a standard stereo speaker run.
Binding post size: Most amplifier and speaker binding posts accept a standard spade fork width. [Verify the fork width in mm from Pangea Audio's spec sheet and note it here — e.g., "fits standard 6mm or 8mm binding posts."] If your binding posts are unusually small or use a proprietary collar, measure before ordering.
Cable gauge: The Xtreme spade is designed to accept [verify gauge range from Pangea Audio spec sheet — e.g., "cables from 12 AWG to 16 AWG"]. Check the AWG rating of your speaker cable before ordering. Not sure? Give us a call at 800-942-0220 and we'll help you confirm the fit.
Pairs Well With
- Bulk Speaker Cable — The Xtreme spade is designed to terminate speaker cable of your choice. Browse Speaker Cables at Audio Advisor for terminated options, or call us about bulk cable availability.
- Stereo Amplifiers & Integrated Amplifiers — Most amplifiers with five-way binding posts accept spade connectors. Browse Integrated Amplifiers at Audio Advisor.
- AV Receivers — Many AV receivers include five-way binding posts on the speaker outputs. Browse AV Receivers at Audio Advisor.
- Loudspeakers with Binding Post Inputs — Most quality loudspeakers use five-way binding posts that accept spades. Browse Speakers at Audio Advisor.
- Pangea Audio Xtreme Banana Plug — If your binding posts or speakers don't accept spades, Pangea's Xtreme banana plug is the natural alternative. See the full Pangea Audio line.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many do I need?
A standard stereo speaker setup uses two cables — one per channel. Each cable has two ends: one at the amplifier, one at the speaker. Each end needs one spade per conductor (positive and negative). That's four spades per cable, eight total for a stereo pair. If you're running bi-wire or bi-amp configurations, you'll need more. Order by the quantity your project requires.
Which attachment method is better — compression or solder?
Both make a solid connection when done correctly. Screw-down compression is faster, requires no heat, and lets you swap cables later without cutting or re-terminating. Soldering creates a permanently fused joint that won't loosen over time and is preferred by many experienced builders. The right choice depends on your tools, your skills, and whether you want the option to reconfigure later.
Will this fit my binding posts?
Most quality amplifiers and speakers use standard five-way binding posts, which accept spade connectors. [Verify the exact fork width from Pangea Audio's spec sheet and add it here.] If your binding posts are unusually compact or use a proprietary locking collar, measure the opening before ordering. Still not sure? Call us at 800-942-0220 and we'll help you figure it out.
What gauge speaker cable does this fit?
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