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RE: The concern is overstated,

A relatively inexpensive hydraulic crimp tool from Harbor Freight does a good job of creating tight crimps, particularly with SCs. I also agree with soldering (my favorite method for IC connections). Although high silver content solders are popular now, I still like Cardas quad eutectic solder because it is easy to work with, creates a solid, mostly fail-safe joint, and IMO it sounds good. Finally, look into Furutech's line of connectors as many of them are made from pure-copper. If you use something else, try to find connectors that are at least constructed of bronze, which has a higher copper-content than brass. Of course, pure silver or copper are better, sonically.


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