Cables.. Anyone used these?

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I have a few of the GLS mic XLR cables

They are OK just budget cables

I get them because they don't have the molded ends which allows me to fix them
 
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They are called "pancake" connectors.

I don't know the cables but the connectors are fine. Cheaper version of the Switchcraft. They have fiber insulators and also have a tab for soldering the shield which is a bit easier than soldering to the connector housing. I believe that they are the same as those sold under the Redco brand name. At any rate, decent enough connector but I cant comment on the cable they use to make them. I assume they should work fine.
 
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I have bunch of the gls right angle plugs. They are nice. Much nicer than generic right angle plugs. Not exactly the same, but they are comparable to switchcraft in terms of build quality.
 
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The cables are so short they should be fine,especially if they are after a buffer. Not sure if I would want to run 10 - 20 ft of it from my guitar without knowing a little more about it though. And, I am not a connoisseur of booteek cables, I just use ones that work and sound good to me, usually George L's and Lava on my pedalboard and to the amp, and a Spectraflex or a few others from my guitar to the board.
 
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BloodRose said:
Need some cables for my new pedal board. Ive not heard of this brand, (GLS) nor have I used this type of connector before. The connectors are flat right angle, so would work great for between pedals. Anyone familiar with them?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00461K2GQ...&ascsubtag=b5d01e136fd1a203d299ad01df5f3773_S

Thanks!
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Reading the online reviews I noticed a guy saying that the plugs only protrude 1/4 inch and that changing from planet waves cables the 6 inch cables freed up enough space to allow him to fit one more pedal. Sez they are noise free and better made...I would give them a try and probably will on my board, though what I have is working at this time.

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devastone said:
The cables are so short they should be fine,especially if they are after a buffer. Not sure if I would want to run 10 - 20 ft of it from my guitar without knowing a little more about it though. And, I am not a connoisseur of booteek cables, I just use ones that work and sound good to me, usually George L's and Lava on my pedalboard and to the amp, and a Spectraflex or a few others from my guitar to the board.
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I use those plugs, where appropriate, and a fairly low C cable (30pf/ft). GLS sells cable in bulk or in kits with plugs to make your own. Since they don't give specs on the cable, I imagine that it's not low C stuff. Point being, I agree with your comment on a buffer. They are probably fine for a short chain, or any chain with a buffer or buffered bypass early in the chain.
 
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Thanks all! Yeah, was leary cuz they are budget cables and not familiar with the brand. Also, bought a chord years ago with that type of connector and it didnt hold up well. but I figure using it on a board, they wont get unplugged often.
 
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Lazarus1140 said:
I bought these GLS pancake connectors and they are working great and were much easier to solder than some I've used from other manufacturers.

There is another very recent thread about cables, and if you are into wiring your own it's hard to beat the
CA-0446 cable sold by Best Tronics for low capacitance, low noise, and great flexibility.
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Thanks for the heads up on the cable. I'll try it next time I need some. If you don't need the black/gold pancakes, you can save 10 bucks. I buy the nickel GLS pancakes on amazon. 20 for $29.99 http://www.amazon.com/GLS-Audio-Pro...qid=1457609004&sr=8-9&keywords=gls+connectors
 
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Never heard of the brand, I use Mogami and Planet Waves patch cables and have been since 2011 with no issues whatsoever. They cost a bit more than the average brand but quality lasts and would rather pay a bit more knowing its good.
 
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Thanks for the info!! Helps me feel more confident in that brand, plus I do like the look of the black connectors.. haha. BUT, would probably opt for the lesser expensive. Where did you buy the cable?
 
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Thanks again!! Ill try these cables. In agreeing with Devastone, ( I usually do) I have learned to use higher end cables for my longer applications, (guitar to amp,etc) but hopefully these will be ok for shorts. I def like the low profile of the pancakes. May swap them to my other board as it is pretty tight and I have extra room on the second board. Eventually when I get all my projects done. (yeah, Im sure there will always be something..) Id like to get all uniform cables for both boards as its a bit of mix and match currently..
 
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