I want to agree with all here that these Pro-media 2.1 setup's are by far the best "bang for the buck" computer speakers available. I too have experienced this DIN plug problem on my set. I have replaced the plug twice over the past 5 years (1st time with a plug from radio shack, second time from best buy) and am now having to do it for a third time.
NOTE TO ALL DIY'S: The plugs from these retail stores will work for you, but seem to be quite temporary. These plugs are not any better quality than what was shipped with your system originally.
My Sub does get moved from time to time for cleaning which may lead to these problems, But I suspect that heat buildup (from the amplifier) is the much more likely to be the culprit.
Question for Mister_Clean: Hopefully your still reading this post. I have seen in other posts that you offer parts to do the repair ourselves, or will do the repair for us for EXTREMELY REASONABLE RATES!!!! What I'm wondering is: Do you sell your heavy duty 6 pin mini plug already installed on an 8-10 foot cable with the white 9-pin connector that plugs into the control pod? If you do..... I would like to purchase one. If not, would you consider making this a part of your business? I feel like this would be the the most permanent for all of us users that don't have the knowledge, experience, or accessibility to parts that you do. You would certainly be doing me a great service, and I am sure that many other users will come to you for a product like this. It truly could not be more simple for the end user. 4 phillips head screws and 1 plug----- much easier than cut-strip-solder-tape-shrink tape-test-bad connection (in my case, I'm terrible at soldering...lol) start over..........
If this is not something that you would be interested in, I fully understand. I will happily send you my pod (with or without cable) for repair. Judging from posts by other members, I fully respect your opinions and completely trust you with any repairs that I may need.
Thank you in advance
Ryc