Good quality, custom-made cables/leads

Bridgehouse · September 2018

@munckee - nobody told me they increased talent level too!!!!

munckee · September 2018

Bridgehouse said:

@munckee - nobody told me they increased talent level too!!!!

I haven't got that far yet!

You are the winner here mate tried it with the tweed champ sounds even better.

Bridgehouse · September 2018

munckee said:

Bridgehouse said:

@munckee - nobody told me they increased talent level too!!!!

I haven't got that far yet!

You are the winner here mate tried it with the tweed champ sounds even better.

The big thing for me is no pops wheezes whistles cracks or hums - and a proper full range of sound. It’s like my wireless - 100% signal throughput

theimageofall · September 2018

I’d be interested in a couple. I’ll drop you a PM.

what about patch leads? Would that be something you’d consider (is it worth it for 6/7 pedals)?

robinbowes · September 2018

theimageofall said:

I’d be interested in a couple. I’ll drop you a PM.

what about patch leads? Would that be something you’d consider (is it worth it for 6/7 pedals)?

What do you mean by "patch leads"

I can make leads of any length, but whether the full-size Neutrik jacks that I carry are suitable for connecting between pedals is a different matter..

PM with what you want and I'll see what I can do.

R.

theimageofall · September 2018

Patch cables between pedals on a pedal board are what I meant.

Will drop you a PM in a bit.

Thanks

robinbowes · January 2019

I'm still offering a cable building service.

Message me with your requirements.

Cheers,

R.

robinbowes · January 2019

New for January - Sommer SC-Classique cable; for when you want that vintage look, but still want good tone.

It looks like this:

Image: https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/615EHPb7brL._SL1134_.jpg

From the Sommer website:

Those die-hard collectors of old guitar equipment who can‘t part with anything. Finally there is the right cable out now for these oldtimer freaks: At least the SC-Classique looks old, but its technology is new and fresh. The core is made up of an inside wire with a diameter of 0,50 mm² It consists of 28 individual fine copper litz wires to ensure untainted musical pleasure with lengths of 20 m which detail-dainty musicians often consider a problem. The cable is rounded off by a thick insulation of foamed and lacquered PE and a dense, tinned copper mesh screen.

Of course, an eye-catcher is the extra textile cover which gives the SC-Classique the necessary vintage styling. And it also sounds like a cable from the sixties:

The SC-Classique convinces with a lot of warmth, a rich sound and crystal-clear highs.

Example pricing:

5m guitar lead, Neutrik plugs, Sommer SC-Classique Vintage Tweed cable: £22.25

Message me with your requirements.

R.

robinbowes · January 2019

Latest job - new plugs on a Fender CS cable.

Before:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/yGGEA9snkOCQsCTcxcQ9mAx7TnzDM9EwiCluTP9D2fnQ_S89keQ2rfNmseYZEosh7-TzCmXuxjTJ5gXPO7ZszK1MmRCAteJXNZ59RyucRjZtk8zuGgZdVQUD7LboN1FF9D_CwIoWy4Y=w1595-h1197-no

After:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/otTIkgFgh2Nxom2H86UfTC1t9RDMuaO1jaaAoDyVhWU_XibK2Kx60m95O6p5QoYT6ebxy7cghWW5BXnnNNBkzQMzHIcMhQdjo8bfNxvXbnP-pptL1W-4btcyzIyx6nQTs7OPIvWCxnY=w1595-h1197-no

robinbowes · January 2019

Anyone fancy "vintage" cables with Sommer Cable SC-Classique:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/ijZJPht_0mI57sjmkLRKX5yFzRTvAwTF2UYBBqwPJmJ6I3_YW7e6MYKpbfqATtxh7qq1_-CLipH0eAFLQMuGANsl5grAWNv90IFKFkldXiWwgCLenF-3wWCslyF18M0IxC-qo6lO4L4=w1301-h976-no

4m guitar lead with Neutrik NP2X-B jacks - £19.50.

Other plugs available, other cable available.

Contact me with your needs.

R.

soma1975 · February 2019

Hiya,

Am interested in a couple of cables with the vintage cable shown above. a regular 5m one and a 4m one with a silent jack. What's the process for getting a quote/ordering? Thanks.

robinbowes · February 2019

soma1975 said:

Hiya,

Am interested in a couple of cables with the vintage cable shown above. a regular 5m one and a 4m one with a silent jack. What's the process for getting a quote/ordering? Thanks.

Hi,

Please send me a PM and I'll get a quote to you.

Cheers,

R.

soma1975 · February 2019

done

robinbowes · March 2019

A couple of very nice vintage-style cables ready to post out to @soma1975:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/fkEd6WL157dp3jIe2n2Meof5bPETCkweZbxQ3wSwV9RYzszZOmTaJ9RhNTiaPs01ksCExuTRDG-eHm35FZhNx-S-gnYAyblypT_oQs76Ipp2XUH3yFPK4LGOSQRrodQQmeJ1bDj7qHw=w1356-h1018-no

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/YHH0PYvtxHv10LPZWkv_nzJRn8iQI2zQWuVtrvW79GTm1JTBxDge0ii9yG_xBnq9GORAqeNQ2s4t-WXKXvY55HVa2oXWMjK702nyZ4MOKDG6EBR6R-7o7Bz5OFozdaZluH_UbtEr5Uo=w1356-h1018-no

If I didn't use a wireless unit, I'd probably make myself some of these.

R.

soma1975 · March 2019

surweeeeet. Can't wait.

robinbowes · March 2019

A shorter lead, for tuner -> amp for a bass rig.

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/upwoJL1vTPmszuc1ppZJUFfbnUHpoRl5GU4erwV_G4OsO2-MxSd55U_zy-6RYPLUHKjScr0kAFbma3NP0HBWzfzTdACp75zXdFGhjpHaIe4NbXetsvg6iiZX65tj-lUuh5pPZS9oKv0=w1085-h814-no

soma1975 · March 2019

robinbowes said:

A couple of very nice vintage-style cables ready to post out to @soma1975:

If I didn't use a wireless unit, I'd probably make myself some of these.

R.

Sorry was a bit busy but just to report back these sound fantastic. Buy your cables from this man!

Arjailer · April 2019

Got a couple of cables from Robin yesterday. Both Van Damme with angled connectors. They're great cables - very happy with them

robinbowes · April 2019

A few orders going in the post today:

Custom coloured boots on these:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/o-EEWSA_5vRQsGB54ahjxOe2oM2oMBDA1AaS-OHsPEW3Jba9bcrobsHSFn6bHOknjX78oJLK0gZrqxCcnrsUawzcrOqVpvXr4PFbFYslsjW8lT7DqGf_hmZ-vem61L-mUjoCdBQKwHQ=w1553-h1164-no

I wonder what the collective noun for patch cables is?

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/4XcYahAI6Pcr2PnW-wbUo0NyUPL_linR6dl7Y8PJluN3BnJoMZ0lJzxsNG8olSK-NlvuhmTxNU3251Aik9jwzDjNBgH_p5nE8_mjly8XjggQuFKHzkDWbY9rKP52xsMZgMPbrJneEkE=w1552-h1164-no

A matching pair with Silentplugs on one end:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/YNIQ49tzEl2326cmmLQA1QYJZesPIFj5mG5CLW8eBLR2MQFElGAdt9wMqgowYhIhDrcv5YjreRrMmsA7QR3iZeh5GGFgidNQi7A08fpKjgoqzUOXhvXW7IipRkFhheYIeTrNja3aGQw=w1552-h1164-no

Finally, a couple of speaker cables:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/2l7-G2xiI71jWwJdVKzccpBbqRJAEHXhtuh6hoQYUVc6FG9ceklTjWtc1M2w5hDqDgYLGLYBK66oHCYcYofh0kucruNZ1yUkiwpCM7zffK803l_JzOrFXh_TBse0s2IOtUDAO5nnMBs=w1552-h1164-no

Darren · June 2019

I just purchased some cables from @robinbowes superb quality and the service was second to none. Spoke about what I needed and a few days later they were delivered.

robinbowes · July 2019

New

Semi-balanced leads

I am now offering "semi-balanced" leads, as used by a famous UK-based builder of elaborate fully custom guitar pedalboard systems.

These are leads built with 2-core + screen cable, with one core for signal, one for ground, and the screen only connected at one end, typically the end you plug into your amp or effects.

As always, I use Neutrik connectors and Van Damme cable.

Typical prices are as follows:

5m semi-balanced guitar lead, Van Damme cable, straight Neutrik plugs	£19.00
5m semi-balanced guitar lead, Van Damme cable, straight Neutrik plugs, SilentPlug one end	£24.05

Angled plugs also available (regular and SilentPlug).

I'm also considering offering PET sleeving as an option, ie. the whole cable sleeved in a protective PET mesh. Let me know if this is of interest.

PM me for a quote.

R.

robinbowes · December 2019

Someone asked me over Christmas: "Am I still making cables?"

Why, yes, I am!

Recently, I've been trying some braided sleeving and heatshrink for TRS stereo cable pairs:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/WqrTFzFCuRFjvk8-KvBjAfgIu_DL8KPA19KkYPA9LX2shyaIfI1mwulnMJNRCQ4RjJNpWXAlbbDXdio98rEOGAyccJRX-_LgHwSgEMUvMyDvas9lrpymCuaqjhKX9uCVXrllGE_-ruY=w1329-h997-no

I've also got a new label printer, and have been experimenting with cable labelling:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/7SZgyXx01JJpNGUgKE1wYiiV9zlcos6CVNLOKk9AFlPyZNRsccSXHfWbYAkMNbs9HSRKC0JD16ItSjwTGhxa2YYrOJBZc3TemfRp7S4QpNYSaFYol5zYns7tupYzbI0LLIzGhX_lKMY=w1329-h997-no

Of course, I'm still making guitar leads - here's one with a SilentPlug:

Image: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/gsWgjf-LkoY-VT8waLqahyvtzzKNXvgmc8sMsM9fFkRPwJvMTLx6pNqG3cKzoxR38uXS14jMkA6LmYj7eHrKClEyYaO5mo8lkzi1aiqSbGd7A4FQjY6M4lejA4uWPGFys-mn1fbqyos=w1300-h976-no

What can I make for you?

Send me a PM with your requirements.

R.

Greatape · February 2020

What are the benefits of a 'semi-balanced' lead, if I may be so bold..? Thanks

** New **
Semi-balanced leads
I am now offering "semi-balanced" leads, as used by a famous UK-based builder of elaborate fully custom guitar pedalboard systems.

These are leads built with 2-core + screen cable, with one core for signal, one for ground, and the screen only connected at one end, typically the end you plug into your amp or effects.

As always, I use Neutrik connectors and Van Damme cable.

Typical prices are as follows:

5m semi-balanced guitar lead, Van Damme cable, straight Neutrik plugs £19.00
5m semi-balanced guitar lead, Van Damme cable, straight Neutrik plugs, SilentPlug one end £24.05

Angled plugs also available (regular and SilentPlug).

I'm also considering offering PET sleeving as an option, ie. the whole cable sleeved in a protective PET mesh. Let me know if this is of interest.

PM me for a quote.

R.

robinbowes · February 2020

Greatape said:

What are the benefits of a 'semi-balanced' lead, if I may be so bold..? Thanks

Very good question.

This is actually a case of bad terminology. The wiring scheme used is actually unbalanced, with improved shielding.

A balanced interconnect has three conductors: signal carrier, return-path carrier and a ground.

A non-balanced interconnect just has signal and return path.

A semi-balanced cable uses a signal carrier and a return path carrier in a multicore format, but also has shielding around this which is connected to the return path (usually only at the source end) to provide a form of active active shielding.

There's quite a good post about the subject here: http://stinkfoot.se/archives/2253

Bottom line seems to be that the "semi-balanced" cables have better noise rejection, but you'd only notice that in a particularly noisy environment.

R.

guitarmangler · February 2020

robinbowes said:

Greatape said:

What are the benefits of a 'semi-balanced' lead, if I may be so bold..? Thanks

Very good question.

This is actually a case of bad terminology. The wiring scheme used is actually unbalanced, with improved shielding.

A balanced interconnect has three conductors: signal carrier, return-path carrier and a ground.

A non-balanced interconnect just has signal and return path.

A semi-balanced cable uses a signal carrier and a return path carrier in a multicore format, but also has shielding around this which is connected to the return path (usually only at the source end) to provide a form of active active shielding.

There's quite a good post about the subject here: http://stinkfoot.se/archives/2253

Bottom line seems to be that the "semi-balanced" cables have better noise rejection, but you'd only notice that in a particularly noisy environment.

R.

Would I need two leads like this , one from guitar to pedal(s) then one more from pedals to amp to notice the benefit? This is coming from a man who plays single coil guitars in a pub rock band ?

robinbowes · February 2020

guitarmangler said:

Would I need two leads like this , one from guitar to pedal(s) then one more from pedals to amp to notice the benefit? This is coming from a man who plays single coil guitars in a pub rock band ?

If would make sense to use the same shielding for both cables, yes. But you don't technically "need" this type of cable. Most people don't use them.

R.

guitarmangler · February 2020

robinbowes said:

guitarmangler said:

Would I need two leads like this , one from guitar to pedal(s) then one more from pedals to amp to notice the benefit? This is coming from a man who plays single coil guitars in a pub rock band ?

If would make sense to use the same shielding for both cables, yes. But you don't technically "need" this type of cable. Most people don't use them.

R.

Ok cool. Colour me intrigued. I will pm you and order one normal and semi balanced and compare.

kennedydream1980 · February 2020

Do you make custom made Looms? What I would need is 3 standard cables ( 2 for effects loop, one from pedalboard to amp) and a TRS cable for switching the amp. I’m thinking 5 meters in length would be enough.

robinbowes · February 2020

kennedydream1980 said:

Do you make custom made Looms? What I would need is 3 standard cables ( 2 for effects loop, one from pedalboard to amp) and a TRS cable for switching the amp. I’m thinking 5 meters in length would be enough.

Yes, I can make those.

I've done some two-cable short TRS looms for IEM connections on my PA. There's a pic further up the thread.

Drop me a DM with your requirements and we can discuss.

R.

robinbowes · February 2020

kennedydream1980 said:

Do you make custom made Looms? What I would need is 3 standard cables ( 2 for effects loop, one from pedalboard to amp) and a TRS cable for switching the amp. I’m thinking 5 meters in length would be enough.

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