A speaker circuit consists of two wires – a positive and a negative. When talking about SpeakON connectors, this pair of wires is called a “pin set”. You’ll notice that the NL8 is larger, but the NL2 and NL4 connectors are the same size.

How many connections does the standard Neutrik NL4 speakon connector have?

The four-pole connector is the most common at least from the availability of ready-made leads, as it allows for things like bi-amping (two of the four connections for the higher-frequency signal, with the other two for the lower-frequency signal) without two separate cables.

What is the difference between 2 pole and 4 pole Speakon connector?

Two pole connectors are less common than 4 pole connectors. Do you find this helpful? Some amps and some speakers allow bi-amping, as pertains to 4 pole speakon, is when your amp sends the lows down one pair of wires and the highs down the other pair which then can be split to different drivers within the cab.

Are Speakon connectors waterproof?

The 4 and 8 pole speakON STX Series is especially designed for heavy duty amplifier-loudspeaker applications like professional touring. The extremely rugged and durable STX Series features an all metal housing and the 4 pole version a built-in gasket providing weatherproof protection to IP54 in mated condition.

What is the difference between a 2 pole and a 4 pole Speakon?

Four pole connectors have four contacts. Two pole connectors have two contacts. While they look similar, you cannot plug a 4 pole male connector into a 2 pole female jack.

What gauge is Speakon cable?

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What is Speakon STX series?

The speakON STX Series was especially designed for heavy duty amplifier-loudspeaker applications like professional touring. The extremely rugged and durable STX Series features an all metal housing. speakON is NOT to be used as an AC mains or power supply connector!

What is a Speakon panel mount connector?

The speakON panel mount connectors are the standard chassis connectors for loudspeaker / amplifier interconnections. They feature a unique metal locking system, making contact only once fully locked. The speakON receptacles are robust, versatile and easy to terminate.

What is the difference between NL4 and NL8 connectors?

NL2 connectors have one pin set, which allow for one speaker circuit; NL4 connectors have two pin sets, which allow for two speaker circuits; and NL8 connectors have four pin sets, which allow for four speaker circuits.

How do I connect a subwoofer to A Speakon speaker?

The NL4 cable could connect to the subwoofer, which would be driven by pin set 1 and the pass thru on the subwoofer could be connected to the main speaker which would be driven by pin set 2. You can also use SpeakON breakout cables to adapt NL4 or NL8 connectors to another type of SpeakON connector.