Help me re-cable my KSC75...
Jul 2, 2007 at 5:56 PM Thread Starter Post #1 of 47
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I got a soldering iron today at RatShack...

Now I need to know what cable, multifilament and/or heatshrink, & connectors I should use...

Soo... I guess this is what I'm finalizing on:

Cable: Mogami 2799 Neglex Mini Quad

Multifilament TechFlex/heatshrink: Flexo Nylon Multifilament

Connector (1/8" right angle): Neutrik NTP3RC-B

Help me out!!
 
Jul 2, 2007 at 7:02 PM Post #2 of 47
Jul 2, 2007 at 7:06 PM Post #3 of 47
Actually... I need to know how heavy/thick that Mini Star Quad cable is for portable use. I will be using the headband, so it prolly won't be as bad as with ear clips.

If it's pretty thick, tho... I might as well just get a straight jack, I'm guessing...

IDEAS??
 
Jul 2, 2007 at 10:38 PM Post #5 of 47
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Originally Posted by grndslm /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Actually... I need to know how heavy/thick that Mini Star Quad cable is for portable use. I will be using the headband, so it prolly won't be as bad as with ear clips.

If it's pretty thick, tho... I might as well just get a straight jack, I'm guessing...

IDEAS??


Buy some 30 AWG solid core wire and braid it. For clip-ons, you really want something lightweight.
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 1:37 AM Post #6 of 47
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Originally Posted by threEchelon /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Buy some 30 AWG solid core wire and braid it. For clip-ons, you really want something lightweight.


he said he's using a headband, but yeah i still think you should go for something lighter than the starquad.
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 6:20 AM Post #7 of 47
Yes, I would prefer to keep these portable... if you couldn't pick that up from the right-angle jack.

Soo... I should just get the 30 AWG solid core wire at Radio Shack?? They would sell that, right?
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 7:38 AM Post #8 of 47
I re-cabled my KSC75's with some braided SPC wire, Silver Plated Copper, (it's AWG escapes me, I got it from FallenAngel).

This braided SPC wire is some what stiff and microphonics like mad!

I am going to get some Mogami 2799 Neglex Mini Quad cable and see how it comes out. It's only 0.126" OD (3.2mm)

Or I might use some Belden BL-82723 cable
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 10:33 AM Post #9 of 47
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Originally Posted by Joshatdot /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I am going to get some Mogami 2799 Neglex Mini Quad cable and see how it comes out. It's only 0.126" OD (3.2mm)

Or I might use some Belden BL-82723 cable


That Mogami Neglex looks like the shiznit, Joshatdot! I'd definitely be willing to at least go in half with someone else because I don't think I'll need all 80ft required to make the purchase.

I assume I could use something like this: http://cgi.ebay.com/50-26-AWG-Silver...QQcmdZViewItem

But it'd prolly be A LOT easier to use the quad cables, eh??
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 1:08 PM Post #10 of 47
Jul 3, 2007 at 3:52 PM Post #11 of 47
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Originally Posted by Joshatdot /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I re-cabled my KSC75's with some braided SPC wire, Silver Plated Copper, (it's AWG escapes me, I got it from FallenAngel).

This braided SPC wire is some what stiff and microphonics like mad!

I am going to get some Mogami 2799 Neglex Mini Quad cable and see how it comes out. It's only 0.126" OD (3.2mm)

Or I might use some Belden BL-82723 cable


Looser braid, thinner wire, 3/16" multifilament all help. For DIY cables, if you give the wires more room, they'll be less microphonic.
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 3:56 PM Post #12 of 47
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And what right-angle jack should I pick:

Neutrik NTP3RC-B OR Switchcraft 35HDRANAU???


First off, www.audioadapter.com has the best prices for Switchcraft products I've seen.

Here's the low down. Neutrik mini's have a hard gold plating, unlike the Switchcraft mini's soft gold plating, so it won't wear out. On the other hand, Switchcraft mini's are much easier to solder and make a tight connection with all mini jacks, something the Neutrik mini's can struggle with since the acutal plug is slim.
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 4:22 PM Post #13 of 47
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First off, www.audioadapter.com has the best prices for Switchcraft products I've seen.


I looked there, but markertek was still cheaper...

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Originally Posted by threEchelon /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Here's the low down. Neutrik mini's have a hard gold plating, unlike the Switchcraft mini's soft gold plating, so it won't wear out. On the other hand, Switchcraft mini's are much easier to solder and make a tight connection with all mini jacks, something the Neutrik mini's can struggle with since the acutal plug is slim.


I've never soldered anything before, but I think I'd still rather have the Neutrik's harder plating than easier access for soldering.
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 4:39 PM Post #14 of 47
NOWWW....

What about TechFlex??

Will I need it with the quad cable types? And if so, which one is the most flexible, and where do I buy it??
 
Jul 3, 2007 at 9:00 PM Post #15 of 47
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Originally Posted by grndslm /img/forum/go_quote.gif
NOWWW....

What about TechFlex??

Will I need it with the quad cable types? And if so, which one is the most flexible, and where do I buy it??


I am interested in some TechFlex also. I think for the 2799 cable a 1/8" should be fine, no?
 
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