I typically use banana keystones for speaker patch panels, but they are a bit fragile and take up a lot of space. So, I'd like to go to a Speakon type solution. I see a ton of Speakon options out there, and am looking for some guidance on manufacturers and part numbers.

The typical project might have 16 zones of stereo audio plus a 5.1 system. So, figure around 35 - 45 channels. I use mostly 14ga but sometimes 16ga cable, always with 8 Ohm electronics.

So, what I need is a recommendation on a suitable wall/rack mountable patch panel and the male ends that would go on the speaker patch cables.

Generally, are screw terminals a consideration, or do I really need to solder to do it right?

Much appreciate any guidance.