While browsing thru Harmony Central's NAMM coverage, I ran across this
 
http://namm.harmony-central.com/WNAMM06/Content/Neutrik/PR/SIlentPlug.thml
 
...I've always wanted a silent plug, but shied away from all I've seen so far.  I will try this from Neutrik, as their 'reputation precedes them'!
 
J o e y