Members guitargod0dmw Posted September 29, 2011 Members Share Posted September 29, 2011 i know how to solder, and make cables. basically im looking for a cheap way to get a reel of cable and a bunch of lo-pro right angle connectors on the cheap. i doubt george L builds the {censored}ing things. let me at em! So buy a bulk reel of cable and a bag of ends? Most Neutrik connectors are still going cost you about $2 per end...depending on which one you want they'll cost even more. Based on that, making a 1' long cable out of GS-6 is still going to cost you about $5 in parts & materials. Add more if you want heatshrink, techflex, and all that good stuff. George L's are easy because they don't involve soldering, the ends are so low profile, and the cable itself is tiny. I've got my whole board done up with them. Sometimes you can find good deals on the forums from people unloading all of the stuff... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y0UNGBL00D Posted September 29, 2011 Author Members Share Posted September 29, 2011 Just curious...why not Planet Waves.. I LOVE my cables and they're easy as heck to make. because i {censored}ing told you not to!!!! nah srs, bc i already have the planet waves. pretty good for the most part, but i want lower-profile connectors with less stiff cable. that {censored} feels like there is a coat hanger going down the middle of it or something (exaggeration of course). the cutter is EXTREMELY {censored}ty as well. looks like i WILL end up with the L's. can't deny the awesomeness at the end of the day. but why are connectors so much? some weird US/China manufacturing shift? does nobody make 1/4" plugs anymore? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitargod0dmw Posted September 29, 2011 Members Share Posted September 29, 2011 but why are connectors so much? some weird US/China manufacturing shift? does nobody make 1/4" plugs anymore? How much are they these days anyways? I suspect it's because they are non standard, with the whole solderless business. They were also one of the first to offer a product like this. L^va and PW just followed suit once they realized there was a market for such a thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y0UNGBL00D Posted September 30, 2011 Author Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 thing is, even the solder connections (which i have no problem with, more secure anyway) kits cost the same or more! and the cable is cheap. so why are 1/4" connectors so {censored}ing expensive, the quesiton remains? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members -todgemistro- Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 I use the cheapest patch leads I can buy and I have toane 4 daze Cables of such a short length make {censored} all difference imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y0UNGBL00D Posted September 30, 2011 Author Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 this be not about tone (im sure the george Ls would improve, but not really the point) this be about aesthetics and cleanliness, ultimately resulting in a more sturdy board. as in, clean lines, everything secured to the board and neat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members -todgemistro- Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 hmm then I guess get some decent neutrik jacks, a roll of cable and do it yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Y0UNGBL00D Posted September 30, 2011 Author Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 all over $3 a plug. thats what this crusade is about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nakedzen Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 all over $3 a plug. thats what this crusade is about. $0.99 plugs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ken361 Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 Im selling George l guitar cable and 3 patches 45 bucks, patches have the straight ends pm me if interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guitargod0dmw Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 Im selling George l guitar cable and 3 patches 45 bucks, patches have the straight ends pm me if interested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members peavey_impact Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 I used this to wire up my board....{censored} gets thrown in and out of my trunk and its been rock solid for years now http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/corex2-diy-cable-kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members telephant Posted September 30, 2011 Members Share Posted September 30, 2011 I have nothing but bad luck with George L's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ken361 Posted October 1, 2011 Members Share Posted October 1, 2011 i like my mogami's the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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