Deadbolt 45 Degree Spade Plugs

Built very well and so easy to get your cable connected and ready for use. No tools needed. I had the same experience with spade and banana connectors - excellent product. The audioquest models have flashier packaging and a much higher price - these are very good. I have multiple cable runs with different cable using these and spares just in case.

My audio speakers allow 2 options for connecting speaker wire - either wire-wrap or use spade connectors. I decided to go with spade connectors since that provides a cleaner and stronger connection. I looked at several different product options including AudioQuest which many consider the best when it comes to connectors. I decided to give the Swell spade connectors a try since they appeared well made based on my research and significantly easier on my budget. I wasn’t disappointed by my decision. These connectors are very well made and heavy duty, but they are large (see photo) and will not work for all applications due to the space requirements. For example they were too large for my receiver (not enough clearance to accommodate their size), but with a little finesse ended up working well with the binding posts on my speakers (see photo). These connectors will work well with 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 gauge speaker wire using the self crimping teeth which securely fastens the speaker wire to the connector. Connecting your speaker wire to these plugs is pretty straight forward and takes 5 steps: 1- Unscrew and remove the bottom cap of the spade connector. 2- Strip approximately 13-14 mm (~1/2 inch) of the insulation jacket from the end of the speaker wire exposing the bare copper conductor. 3- Feed the bare wire through the bottom hole of the bottom cap until they protrude beyond the teeth of the bottom cap. 4- Bend the copper strands of the speaker wire down around the teeth of the bottom cap. 5- Screw the top of the connector (the gold plated spade portion) back onto the bottom cap securely.

Let’s face it, banana jacks largely are not secure enough for high end audio equipment. These solved that problem. No crimpers needed or special hex tools. I knocked off one star because instead of 4 pair of connectors (2 speaker cables both ends). You have to buy 6 pair. I could understand anything in groups of 4 or 8 pair, but six is just odd (unless it’s for a center channel on a surround system).

Works as expected.

Perfect for my Klipsch speaker system

These spade plugs are excellent. The 30-degree angle makes a huge difference when connecting speakers in tight spaces or near walls. The build quality is solid, and they provide a very secure and clean connection for the speaker wires. Installation was straightforward and didn't require any special tools. Great value for a 6-pair pack

I used them made a pair of bi-wire speaker cables. They are good and fit to my a pair of low/mid end speakers. I wanted to try them on my two pair B&W speakers, 700's and 800's series. They do not fit onto the posts, the openings are too small. So I cannot use them on my B&W speakers. I am not certain if there is an industrial standard, but they do not fit B&W speakers, which are pretty common high-end speakers. I am somewhat disappointed.....

I used these on the ends of some monoprice 12 awg in-wall speaker wire. The Sewell Deadbolt connector quality was great for the cost, and they were quick to install. I used the heavy spades at the speakers and the banana type on the integrated amplifier and all connections were very secure. In my opinion there is no reason to pay more for quality connectors on any mid-range to high-end audiophile system. I made sure the wire was stripped uniformly at all terminations and the finished product looks great. I would definitely recommend the Sewell deadbolt connectors to others looking for a well made and sturdy feeling connection.