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so what is everyone doing for patch cords?
which plugs are recommended, and which wire is recommended? I saw some metal
plugs in Mouser for under 2 bux a pop... Now wire - Coax?, or is it not that
important? Is there a source for readymade cords with reasonable prices? I
dont mind making them but you know, its not the funnest.. readymade,
colored, in a few lengths would be ideal.. I know Blacet sells kits for
making 1/8 patchcords, any kits out there for our 1/4?
and an idea I had. Imagine a patch cord with an inline on/off switch
nicely molded into the length of the wire maybe 6 inches from one of the
jacks. Anyone know of any switches made to go in the middle of a length of
wire? I know they make inline pots for volume control on walkmans etc, but
switches? Mouser and digikey had nothing too great. With these, you could
turn on/off patches easier and faster, maybe making live peformances a bit
smoother............
food for thought,
thanks,
~Steve