I wasn't sure how to phrase this so it was hard to search. Sorry if it's been asked before. I'm wondering: When I connect the speaker wire/cable to my M-Audio speakers, it works, but only if I twist the cable just right. So it's fine, but if I move the speaker and it jostles the cable connection, then the sound cuts or gets really quiet.Should I replace the female connectors? I see this happens on a lot of electronic devices, so I figure it's a good question to ask.
Actually, with what you are saying, I would think this is actually a break in the wire being plugged in and not the female connectors at all. Here's why: connect the speaker wire/cable to my M-Audio speakers, it works, but only if I twist the cable just right. So it's fine, but if I move the speaker and it jostles the cable connection, then the sound cuts or gets really quiet As you rotate the male connector, you are also gently twisting the cable until the broken wire is making a decent contact. Move the speaker or cable and it moves the broken wire ends apart, ruining the connection. Try this and see if I'm right. Plug it in, but instead of twisting the connector, patiently and gently wiggle various parts of the cable. Eventually you will find one section that makes and breaks the connection consistently, I'm thinking. If you can find the break down to a few inches, you can cut out the bad section if there is enough slack and re-solder the ends being sure to insulate them properly. Good luck! I hope you find the problem.
