Best Patch Cables For Guitar Pedals That Actually Last

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  • Опубликовано: 23 дек 2024

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  • @ciddax754
    @ciddax754 4 года назад +33

    Don't use rigid connectors unless you make your pedals literally unmovable. Normal velctro won't do the trick, as the hook and loop construction allows still a tiny bit of movement. Those tiny movements are a problem, as your jacks are normaly directly soldered to the PCB of your pedal (some older or boutique pedals have the jacks connected with wires to the PCB, but those are rare nowadays). Any movement does stress on those solder joints and they can break or become unstable. And movement will happen with velcro as the are called stompboxes for a reason. There is industrial strength tape with little mushrooms hooking into each other. Called 'dual lock' by 3M or 'PowerGrip' from PowerAll or similar. There are other locking systems, like special plates and so on. But whetever you do: Don't use rigid connectors on a board which uses normal velcro.

    • @One_Missing_Worker
      @One_Missing_Worker 4 года назад +6

      This comment needs to be higher. Rigid coupler type connectors have no give and can wreck the input and output jacks of a pedal. Spend the extra two dollars and get something that won't require a visit to the repair shop down the line.

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  4 года назад +3

      I agree. It has been a while since I made the video but I think I make mention of the fact that couplers can damage your pedals. If not, take these guys advice :D

    • @satchrules101
      @satchrules101 4 года назад +1

      @@GuitarPickZone what is couplers?

    • @Snavels
      @Snavels 3 года назад +2

      @@satchrules101 those 2 plug jacks that have no cable in between. They're inflexible and will damage your pedals

    • @castleanthrax1833
      @castleanthrax1833 2 года назад

      Totally agree with you. Those rigid couplers have no business being on anybodys pedalboard.

  • @Brad143
    @Brad143 2 года назад +4

    I use planet waves patch cable and guitar cable almost 3 years,good quality and quiet too.

  • @Canadianwheelchairguitar
    @Canadianwheelchairguitar Год назад +2

    Right now all of my cables are Monster Cable my father got them for my brother & I to use & advertise when we started out. My dad's retired & doesn't have the ability to get them I assume if they even make them anymore? Once they're connected nothing moves that doesn't have too.

  • @sparkyguitar0058
    @sparkyguitar0058 4 года назад +12

    If you really want to learn about patch cables, look up 79 cables tested on RUclips. Excellent source of info. I use EBS Gold flat and they don't rate real well but I have approximately 15 on my board and they work fantastic for over a yr now. 13 pedals on my board and hookups for 4 off the board including tap tempo. No problems w/ noise, space, movement or in transporting board around town.

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад

      Thanks for the info!

    • @sparkyguitar0058
      @sparkyguitar0058 2 года назад

      @@GuitarPickZone I came back to say after 3-4 yrs of use I've NEVER had any problem with any of these. Including the 1's just laying around in my music room. No marks on the gold plating, no tone loss, no cables not working even the 1 I accidentally sliced. Threw some electrical tape around the cut and use whenever I need it. I bought these in groups of 6 to 10 at a time, made offer to seller and ended up getting each size at $6 to 7 each. 1 of the best pieces of equipment I ever bargained for. So happy with these cause I don't even think about these being a problem anymore.

    • @joemom1012
      @joemom1012 Год назад

      buy one of each i did best is ebs hands down gold or silver or high perfomance bass player never get the respect ebs is a big big brand but for bass players so whith this item for both guitar bass guitar players are blind to how big ebs is ebs pedals retail for 300£ made for bass players there acustic pedal for up right bass acoustic is the bomb im multi talented i write play all instruments somewhat

  • @Shadowcruise99
    @Shadowcruise99 Год назад +1

    Mogami patch cables can be made for a fraction of the price provided you know how and have the equipment to solder.
    *Markerteck*
    Mogami W2524 - $1.05 per foot
    Neutrik NP2RX-B Mono Right Angle 1/4 Inch Plug with Gold Contacts - $5.99 ea

    • @andrewhelps7327
      @andrewhelps7327 8 месяцев назад

      I might give this a go, thanks for the details! Any tips?

  • @waynemichaud5143
    @waynemichaud5143 Год назад +3

    How do you know that the EBS cables "Stand the test of time"? They're a reletively new product.

    • @joemom1012
      @joemom1012 Год назад

      there not new ebs make bass pedals 300£ pedals and bass amps they number 1 brand for bass players all bass players know them they cater to the bass market but these cables cater to both bass and guitar market they make quality pedals they know the pedals needs in cables where as erni ball knows stings

    • @sparkyguitar0058
      @sparkyguitar0058 Год назад +1

      These cables have been on my board for over 4 years. So for me , my proof is reliable in every situation so far. EBS has proven its value to me. None of the gold has worn down on any of the cables. I have many of all the sizes.

  • @tiagosampaio7266
    @tiagosampaio7266 9 месяцев назад

    Hi. MXR 3PDCPR06 Ribbon Patch Cable...are they good quality and quiet?

  • @Manuelestazzani80s
    @Manuelestazzani80s 10 месяцев назад

    New at this, does this works also with guitar?

  • @douglasnewman4163
    @douglasnewman4163 3 года назад +1

    Thanks for this! A really nice breakdown.

  • @saltyhose8257
    @saltyhose8257 3 года назад +2

    is the cable for these patch cables the same as the one that we use for guitar ? i'm new to pedals and pedalboard

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад +5

      Hey! They are pretty much the same thing The only difference is the length of the cable. Patch cables are generally a lot shorter than regular guitar cables. Hope that answers your question :)

    • @saltyhose8257
      @saltyhose8257 3 года назад +4

      @@GuitarPickZone that answers my question and help me so much, thanks!!

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад +2

      @@saltyhose8257 only a pleasure :) Feel free to message me anytime with any questions you might have :)

    • @deejay.s
      @deejay.s 2 года назад +1

      @@GuitarPickZone I have a follow up question to that: if the patch cable is long/close enough to be connected to the amp, can I use it to do so or I must use a guitar cable to connect everything to the amp? Thanks

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  2 года назад +2

      @@deejay.s Hey DJ! You can most definitely use another patch cable to plug into the amp. I do it all the time wen I practice :)

  • @dannyspitzer1267
    @dannyspitzer1267 Год назад

    Fantastic video, thanks !

  • @diamondhead5253
    @diamondhead5253 3 года назад +3

    The EBS cables look like the clear winner for me. Thing is, they’re $10 for a single cable here, so they’re not cheap

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад +1

      Yeah they're definitely not cheap. But in my experience I'd rather pay up for something I know will stand the test of time as opposed to skimping on cheaper cables and landing up spending more replacing them.

    • @diamondhead5253
      @diamondhead5253 3 года назад

      @@GuitarPickZone Very good point, I agree

    • @castleanthrax1833
      @castleanthrax1833 2 года назад

      Yeah, you look at a 6 inch cable that costs almost as much as a ten foot cable, and it's annoying. Problem is, the cable part is the cheapest part of the whole cable.

    • @joemom1012
      @joemom1012 Год назад

      @@GuitarPickZone they are cheap when you pay 14 for an Ernie ball and they are not useable in this catagory

    • @sparkyguitar0058
      @sparkyguitar0058 Год назад

      And if you care to know, I've been using EBS for 4yrs on my board and around in my music room. No problems ever. Even 1 that I sliced a nick in the rubber. How I got these was I picked the size and made a offer to the seller to get about a dollar fifty off the price per piece. So ordering 10 at a time I was getting them for about $7 a piece for the 4" . Up to about $9 a piece for the 28"s. I still got some brand new untouched. And picked up some others shorts from other companies cheap so when that other guy who never brings enough of their own gear says "Can I use a couple of those?" That way I don't lose the 1's I like. Also I used a crazy nail polish color on everything I own. Just a drop in a hidden place is my identification mark. Mark you own stuff so your broke ass friends don't end up with your equipment..

  • @johnroberts838
    @johnroberts838 5 лет назад +2

    Excellent Video, I have been looking for some replacement Cables, it's been a while since I have bought any so this Video really helped me to see what's out there.
    Thank you 👍👍👍.
    Take care.
    Melbourne, Australia.

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  5 лет назад +1

      Hi John, glad I could help :) Hope your quest to find some new patch cables is a success down under!

    • @johnroberts838
      @johnroberts838 5 лет назад

      Guitar Pick Zone Thank you, Happy Holidays. 👍
      Take care.

    • @castleanthrax1833
      @castleanthrax1833 2 года назад +1

      NSW rules. Hahaha. ✌️🇦🇺

    • @johnroberts838
      @johnroberts838 2 года назад

      @@castleanthrax1833 👍👍👍

  • @MK-tj5bf
    @MK-tj5bf 4 года назад +1

    Is EBS a high quality cable?

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  4 года назад +2

      In my opinion, yes they are quality :)

    • @MK-tj5bf
      @MK-tj5bf 4 года назад +1

      Thanks! I have a few of them and happy of that :)

    • @owengonzales53
      @owengonzales53 4 года назад +2

      They have one called high performance. I have a few and they work great👍

    • @joemom1012
      @joemom1012 Год назад +1

      yes a big name like fender with bass players they make quality pedals for bass players in the 300£ range

  • @danyeo
    @danyeo 4 года назад +5

    I wouldn’t be surprised if the MXR are just rebranded Hosa cables.

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  4 года назад +7

      Lol! I wouldn't be surprised if the whole music instrument industry is just rebranded

  • @XxStonedImmaculatexX
    @XxStonedImmaculatexX 4 года назад +3

    Dam I thought EBS would be number 1 because they are the flattest and gold plated?
    Thanks for the video though. I had no idea MXR even made patch cables!

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад

      Thanks so much! To be honest the EBS could very well be number 1! They are indeed great cables and made a strong contender. I still rate them highly and would always recommend them :D

    • @joemom1012
      @joemom1012 Год назад +1

      mx r cant be number one they have cobra heads any cable with cobra heads if you have quality pedals tthey have 2 ins and outs side by side heads dont fit next to each head they head butt thats why ebs number 1 you can actually use them on every pedal

    • @XxStonedImmaculatexX
      @XxStonedImmaculatexX Год назад

      @@joemom1012 I would agree. I have a lot of those types of patch cables that I’m going to be selling since I too have realized that xD
      I use mostly Rockford cables now, but the quality from EBS is unmatched!

  • @joooooseiik
    @joooooseiik 2 года назад

    Sequence cables are very good cables

  • @LunaticTheCat
    @LunaticTheCat 4 года назад +8

    The 'World's Best Cable' six pack of 6-inch patch cables for $32.95 on Amazon is definitely the best deal out there. They are made with Mogami cable.

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад

      Indeed! They are great value for money and the quality os top notch.

    • @stevechance4422
      @stevechance4422 2 года назад +2

      The plugs are too wide for most stereo pedals sadly.

    • @musiccreation1198
      @musiccreation1198 2 года назад +1

      @@stevechance4422 Precisely my concern...but they offer an Amphenol connector that should work well.

    • @joelvaliente2072
      @joelvaliente2072 7 месяцев назад

      @@stevechance4422they released a new mini connector that works for stereo connections and the amphenanol connectors are industry standard as well

  • @maikong4867
    @maikong4867 4 года назад

    vovox?

  • @rclatinallstars
    @rclatinallstars 4 года назад

    Thank You Great Advice..

  • @davidkastin4240
    @davidkastin4240 3 года назад +1

    Every cable I have patch and instrument has gold ends because they sound better than silver to me. I can hear the difference. My cables cost me about $250 and worth it to me. I get a very transparent pure sound.

    • @StackBundle
      @StackBundle 2 года назад

      You've tricked yourself into thinking you can hear a difference lol. You probably spend $100 on an HDMI cable too because you swear you can see a difference 🤣.

    • @JonathanJulbe
      @JonathanJulbe Год назад

      ​@@StackBundleIt's a good placebo

    • @moonchard
      @moonchard 6 месяцев назад

      @@StackBundle Yes, If you can't hear the difference then obviously don't waste your money but those who can will always justify spending more. There are a few people who buy more expensive cables because they think it sounds better but there are others who hear it sounds better.

  • @TheJasonthomastaylor
    @TheJasonthomastaylor 4 года назад +6

    are you south african??

  • @clemensspark9689
    @clemensspark9689 4 года назад

    What exactly are the criteria (and measurment) for these recommendations? I have some EBS cables you recommended. But they can be problematic. I wish there were more tests like this one ruclips.net/video/u548vUk6mmE/видео.html

    • @GuitarPickZone
      @GuitarPickZone  3 года назад

      Hey Clemens. So to answer your question, I only recommend products that I have personally tried. All my reviews are essentially my personal opinion. I understand and accept that many other guitar players have different opinions. I've been playing since 2005 and I've tried a lot of different gear so I review only gear that I've used. Hope that clears things up! I'm curious to know the problems you've experienced with your EBS cables?

    • @castleanthrax1833
      @castleanthrax1833 2 года назад

      @@GuitarPickZone Yes, I was curious about that too. You didn't really answer the question though. I get that it's your personal opinion, but did you use some sort of rating system, or you just thought "these are better than that one" etc?

  • @justinmueller6709
    @justinmueller6709 3 года назад +3

    Fender / fender customshop cables are the worst...

    • @Ubi-o
      @Ubi-o 2 года назад

      Yeah I agree they don't bend for crap.

  • @Eskimo1973
    @Eskimo1973 11 месяцев назад

    POP filterrrr

  • @gunsandguitars6678
    @gunsandguitars6678 2 года назад

    Nutrix cable connectors if you can solder these are extremely quiet well made built like a tank from NASA, Hahahahahaha . Use microphone cable take the extra line for an extra ground keep your cables from becoming an antenna which in turn makes it extremely quiet !
    Don't take my word ? look it up ☆...

  • @BlondeonBlonde-demos
    @BlondeonBlonde-demos 4 года назад

    Why can’t these connecters be straight ,instead of them being bent on the plug in.
    Like this
    -------------
    Instead of this
    |______________|
    But let it wire in the middle then plug

    • @jimmyh453
      @jimmyh453 4 года назад

      because it gets in the way when the pedals are close together if their not bent. what’s wrong with the bent ones?

    • @sabio999
      @sabio999 3 года назад

      It takes less space if right angle plugs are used. It’s hard to tell a pedal that has its I/O in some way that a straight plug fits better

  • @moosemuseum1853
    @moosemuseum1853 17 дней назад

    Planet waves cables mess with your tone I my experience. I don't recommend them at all.

  • @TupacShakur69
    @TupacShakur69 3 месяца назад

    Meanwhile, me with the cheap Aliexpress patch cables.😊
    All my patch cables are from Aliexpress, can’t beat it for the price, but I do wonder if the more expensive brands are worth the money.