Banana Plug ShiverPeaks 56200-R, red — audio connector for speakers and amplifiers

Banana plug ShiverPeaks 56200-R, red is an audio connector designed for terminating speaker and amplifier cables. The single banana-style contact provides a secure electrical connection with standard banana sockets and facilitates quick insertion and removal. The red color allows clear channel identification in stereo and multi‑channel setups, making it suitable for home Hi‑Fi, studio monitoring and AV installations.

Advantages

This banana plug offers a compact design and a single reliable contact that ensures consistent conductivity and low contact resistance. The red insulation provides visual channel identification and basic protection against accidental shorting. The connector is suitable for repeated connections and disconnections without significant wear when used with compatible sockets.

Suitable for

• Speaker cable terminations for home audio systems
• Connections between amplifiers and loudspeakers
• Studio monitoring patching and test equipment connections
• AV installations and multi‑channel speaker wiring

Key specifications

• Contact type: single banana-style contact
• Insulation color: red for channel identification
• Intended use: speaker and amplifier cable terminations
• Connection method: push-fit into standard banana sockets
• Compatibility: standard banana-socket inputs used in audio equipment

How to use

Strip the speaker cable to the recommended length, insert the conductor into the plug’s wire entry point and secure it according to the connector’s mounting mechanism. Insert the banana contact firmly into the matching banana socket on the speaker or amplifier until seated. To remove, pull the plug straight out to avoid damaging the socket or cable. Follow normal safety practices: power down equipment before making or changing connections.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, use matching banana sockets and ensure conductors are clean and free of oxidation. Keep the red plug for the positive or right channel to maintain consistent wiring. Avoid excessive bending at the cable termination and inspect connections periodically in high‑use environments.