MOTM

Hi all.

I've been watching the patchcord discussion also and see the two approaches
(readymade vs. kit).

I would prefer the "roll your own" form, as I agree with Larry, the cords
would be a minimum effort, lets leave the tough stuff to Paul!

I think a bulk purchase of connectors and cables among the listmembers that
are interested should be investigated.

Here's my vote for the patchcord components, and the best prices I've seen:

Connectors:
Neutrik 1/4" Black   T/S    @     $1.99 ea.
Neutrik 1/4" Silver   T/S    @     $1.93 ea.

I believe the Neutrik connectors to be the best available, as far as
quality, speed of assembly, and value/cost ratio,
buts thats just IMHO.

For Cable:

Canare L-4E6S Star Quad @ $0.43 / foot    1000' @ $379.00

This is a heavier cable than the L-2T2S  (4 - 21 AWG conductors plus a
braided shield)
Also, it is manufactured in more colors:
Black, Blue, Brown, Grey, Green, Purple, Orange, Red, Yellow, White.
I've used this cable extensively - road abuse proven -  and prefer it over
anything else out there.

I was looking for the "Cloth Braided" cable also, you know the latest "retro
look" stuff that the music stores sell for guitar cables, but I havent had
much luck in finding bulk quantity, And I don't think there are enough
"Vintage" toaster and iron power cords to fulfill my requirements  : )

If anyone has luck in finding this, let me know.

I'd like to see the other list members input as far as costs go. Perhaps we
can create a " Patchcord Shopping Network" !

Regards,

Mark T

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