Interconnects--How Important is a Tight RCA Fit?

The important thing to me is that the center pin is gripped tightly enough to make secure contact. If it isn't, you can't make it work better by tightening the outer portion. If the center pin is split, you can make it tighter by running an x-acto knife down the split. If not, I'd opt for a different connector.

you really want it pretty snug to avoid problems down the line due to corrosion/dirt/dust creeping in and reducing the contact area.

As tight as young Virgins will be excellent ;)

Thanks fellas....wish I could remember Horchai's reference point......