I have a pdx 1.1000 amplifier and the PREOUT Input RCA terminal is broken and I cannot get it fit right. I've tried everything, please don't tell me how I can fix this connector. I just want to know if I can solder the RCA connector to the metal part of the terminal. Not the gold plated one, but the 2 little prongs sticking out on both sides and with the gab in the middle that goes down into the board.
If you're good at soldering yes but be careful, you need to get a good connection I've done it on a home reciever before
Don't do that the wire will end up ripping the connector loose and you'll lose your signal, your connector and your wire end. Instead, open the bottom of the amp, and solder the connector back into place. If the circuit board is cracked, (which it probably is so you need to at least check it inside before you do anything) make jumper wire connections to re-connected the broken circuits. Visually inspect and trace the pathways to replace them. Signal wires can be 16 gauge, but amp circuit wires should be sized according to the wattage of that channel. then maybe get a female end rca wire and cut it into a short tail with the female connector hanging out of the amp, and solder the wire ends into the right places. Do it right or pay the price
