Matt Radlauer Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Hello- Just thought I would chime in real quick with a +1 for Radlauer's custom XLR cables. I ordered some online before viewing this thread. I had him make them to different lengths so they all line up correctly coming out of my MAXX (terminating on the tight side). Ive had them for a a month or two and everything is working perfectly - really helped me clean up my bag. Thanks again! Thanks man! Really appreciate the feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Davies Amps CAS Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Bill and Eric, Thanks for the info on the Techflex. I guess as a separate question, where can I get cloth covered cable to use as a short connecting cable between a boom pole and a mic? I have not been able to find that type of cable. Thanks. Rycote used to sell this cable years ago but the maker stopped manufacture so there has been a gap for several years. I then bought some cotton covered patch cables as used by the UK's phone company, cut the jacks off and replaced them with Xlr's It's known as Litz cable and can be a bugger to solder and that's why the phone company crimp it. A lot of people (me included) don't like the Rycote connector boxes and this cable is the perfect answer. Simon Davies the Managing Director of Rycote has just started marketing a 500mm Xlr male to female cable to fulfil this hole in the market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Buncher Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 Malcolm, Yes, that's the cable I am referring to and I have been looking for it for a good while, just in an effort to isolate the boom mic as much as possible. I hadn't been able to find a supplier. Thanks for the info. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeKai Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 [now posting in the correct section - I'm daft]Locking TRS mod - thought I'd post it here rather than start a new section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Fonseca Posted July 7, 2014 Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Something interesting happened in my very first attempt. This wasn't planned, but it turned out to be an useful feature. The height difference between standard (cut in the back) Neutrik and XX series is just the necessary space for the XX cable to pass, taking even less space in the bag then I originally expected. Cool. Time to try some Rean TA3s now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osa Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 WOW the colors. And the gromets. Incredibliy stylish work! Ken [now posting in the correct section - I'm daft] Locking TRS mod - thought I'd post it here rather than start a new section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osa Posted July 19, 2014 Report Share Posted July 19, 2014 just made 5 of these for my erx's - originally had straight xlr's, i went and modified them. WOW what a difference on cameras. well worth the efforts! Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted July 19, 2014 Report Share Posted July 19, 2014 Yep did the same thing. It's amazing how light it is. I have a few with straight bnc and it sheds a bit more weight. But I like the low profile of the right angle bnc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osa Posted July 19, 2014 Report Share Posted July 19, 2014 Yep did the same thing. It's amazing how light it is. I have a few with straight bnc and it sheds a bit more weight. But I like the low profile of the right angle bnc. wow. that bnc is intriguing. my next venture. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osa Posted July 19, 2014 Report Share Posted July 19, 2014 Here is my pigtail version. modified from a usual suspect's breakaway cable. Inspired by my children as well as my own childhood. the yin and yang of modern day. roll out. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CraigF Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 Malcolm, Yes, that's the cable I am referring to and I have been looking for it for a good while, just in an effort to isolate the boom mic as much as possible. I hadn't been able to find a supplier. Thanks for the info. Bob Bob, I've gotten form Audio Accessories, Inc. http://www.patchbays.com but in side by side comparison, the Beldon 1804A has less handeling noise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark kirchner Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 I am still photographer and educator. I am new to the world of location sound recording and dialogue recording. I have learned a lot from reading the posts on this site and making things (DYI). I would like to thank all the “do it yourself crew” for inspiring me to learn to build my own cables. I am posting some of the thing I have soldered, machined and sewed. Lastly a big thanks to Mr. Matt Lauer and Mr. Eric Toline who answered my questions by sharing their fine work. Mark Kirchner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 Mark What are those caps on the end of the XLR connectors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Buncher Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 CraigF, thanks for the info. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark kirchner Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 Hi Jack, The end caps are the silver colored metal caps that are sold in hardware stores. I think there is an unpainted photo of this type of end cap in this thread. I just painted them in retro style colors, like the colors they painter old motel outdoor chairs. I would recomend epoxy for the gluing of the caps and a clamp. The first attempts were done with hot glue and those caps formed a small gap as the glue is more elastic like. mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Toline Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 The metal caps are called hole plugs. The trick to eliminating the gap caused by using hot glue is to put the assembly in a vise for a few minutes until the hot glue sets and then running it under cold water to harden the glue. One advantage to hot glue is that you can disassemble the cap and remove the pin block for any repairs with a heat gun. Hi Jack, The end caps are the silver colored metal caps that are sold in hardware stores. I think there is an unpainted photo of this type of end cap in this thread. I just painted them in retro style colors, like the colors they painter old motel outdoor chairs. I would recomend epoxy for the gluing of the caps and a clamp. The first attempts were done with hot glue and those caps formed a small gap as the glue is more elastic like. mark The metal caps are called hole plugs. The trick to eliminating the gap caused by using hot glue is to put the assembly in a vise for a few minutes until the hot glue sets and then running it under cold water to harden the glue. One advantage to hot glue is that you can disassemble the cap and remove the pin block for any repairs with a heat gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark kirchner Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 The metal caps are called hole plugs. The trick to eliminating the gap caused by using hot glue is to put the assembly in a vise for a few minutes until the hot glue sets and then running it under cold water to harden the glue. One advantage to hot glue is that you can disassemble the cap and remove the pin block for any repairs with a heat gun. I stand corrected, as Mr. Toline points out the correct term for the “caps” are (hole plugs). I do not remember reading about running the XLR connector under cold water on this thread to harden the hot glue. Thanks for the addition. It looks like there are 2 valid ideas about making low profile right angle xlr connectors. The first is the “repairable” hot glue style with a thinner cable stock like Redco TGS-1, the other is the non-repairable epoxy filed xlrs. Since I made my first set of cables with Canare L-2E5 cable stock the soldering was done with the terminal insert block insitu. So I cannot imagine taking this set connectors apart for repair, but I understand the importance of field repairs, problem solving and making thing with the ability to be repaired. Again, thank you Mr. Toline for sharing your wisdom. mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Wexler Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 "Wisdom"? Yes, he is an old guy who has done a lotta shit... but wise? Just kidding. Eric has found his niche after all these years at Elder Cable, located in Florida and offering the famous lifetime guarantee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Toline Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 "Wisdom"? Yes, he is an old guy who has done a lotta shit... but wise? Just kidding. Eric has found his niche after all these years at Elder Cable, located in Florida and offering the famous lifetime guarantee. I would prefer "Senior Wizard" instead of old guy. You can be the old guy Jeff with my blessings. BTW: It's the famous Toline lifetime guarantee.;-)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studiomprd Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 I'll be "old guy" I am old-guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Lewis Posted August 2, 2014 Report Share Posted August 2, 2014 Jack, are those crimp on BNC's? Making cables for my ERx's and need to source those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Toline Posted August 2, 2014 Report Share Posted August 2, 2014 I stand corrected, as Mr. Toline points out the correct term for the “caps” are (hole plugs). I do not remember reading about running the XLR connector under cold water on this thread to harden the hot glue. Thanks for the addition. It looks like there are 2 valid ideas about making low profile right angle xlr connectors. The first is the “repairable” hot glue style with a thinner cable stock like Redco TGS-1, the other is the non-repairable epoxy filed xlrs. Since I made my first set of cables with Canare L-2E5 cable stock the soldering was done with the terminal insert block insitu. So I cannot imagine taking this set connectors apart for repair, but I understand the importance of field repairs, problem solving and making thing with the ability to be repaired. Again, thank you Mr. Toline for sharing your wisdom. mark The main reasons I use the Redco TGS-1 cable is because it's lighter, offers a protective rubberized outer jacket and a smaller more flexible stress free bend radius. Three very important factors for bag use. Sure you could use Canare star quad for all your in bag connections but why add the weight and larger diameter cable which will make connecting it to the TA & 3.5mm connectors almost impossible not to mention reduceing the much needed breathing space in the bag? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted August 2, 2014 Report Share Posted August 2, 2014 they are both solder and crimp. You solder the center pin and crimp the shield. http://www.l-com.com/coaxial-bnc-male-angled-connectors-45-90-degree-plugs-50-75-ohm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Radlauer Posted August 2, 2014 Report Share Posted August 2, 2014 Jack, are those crimp on BNC's? Making cables for my ERx's and need to source those. I'll speak for Jack.. YES.. Kinda hard to find also...but they are more available than the solder kind that you and I spoke about.. EBAY is a good place to find them but they take a long time to get here from China! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted August 2, 2014 Report Share Posted August 2, 2014 L-Com generally has them in stock. You can even get next day delivery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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