Cables / Connectors

Why are almost all audio interfaces still USB 2 devices? And does it matter?

I’m looking to use Ethernet cable to connect a couple of balanced audio signals on XLR connectors over an extended distance.

What does Radial’s latest compact pair of boxes have to offer?

Network cables don’t have to carry digital traffic. As Ashton Research’s debut range capably demonstrates, they can also work well in the analogue domain.

This diminutive device promises instant polish when recording dialogue.

I saw some crimped XLR connectors available online, and I wondered what the advantages are of soldered connections over crimped?

I need a patchbay for my outboard but don’t really understand what normalling and half‑normalling are — how do I know what kind of setup I need?

Does this box of tricks live up to its billing as the Swiss Army Knife of audio cables?

Flock Audio’s software‑controlled routing system goes from strength to strength!

A Cat5/Cat6 stagebox is a much cheaper option than a Dante stagebox — but does this really work, at least for fairly short runs, at mic level?

This clever cable is as smart as it looks!

Making your own pedals can be a lot cheaper than buying them — and with many of the self‑build kits now available, you won’t even need a deep knowledge of electronics.

I’m wondering if it makes sense to flip my patchbays upside down in my rack, to put my mixer inputs on the top row and signal outputs on the bottom?

Software‑controlled ‘patchbays’ are invaluable for recall and routing in hybrid studios. Is this the right one for you?

The XP‑Relay combines CB Electronics’ sophisticated patchbay control system with the purest possible signal path.

Many affordable patchbays come half‑normalled by default, and to change that you must flip the cards inside. It’s easy enough, but there’s a knack...