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Message started by Riki Steven 1968 on 07/12/19 at 16:42:42

Title: Unique cable search
Post by Riki Steven 1968 on 07/12/19 at 16:42:42

Greetings, colleagues.

I have a unique situation (I think). And I need HELP! 😊

So a few years ago, I commissioned a luthier (in Ireland) to build me my dream-guitar. It is a double-neck acoustic-electric, hand-made from Carbon Fiber. The guitar sports two 6-string necks, each tuned differently. The idea was to have an instrument that (ergonomically) allowed me to play either tuning, without stopping to ‘change guitars, or stop to re-tune a single guitar.

Originally, I ordered the guitar to not feature a microphone-supplemented pickup. This is because in the past, I always seemed to be cursed with on-stage feedback (when playing with others, amps, PA’s, drums, etc). So, I reasoned to go with Piezo pickups, only. I decided on installing two Dtar Wavelength 18v pickups (Seymour Duncan+Rick Turner design). So each neck has a piezo pickup (under the saddle) and thus, the guitar has two 1/4” TS connectors (on the side).

But her is the kicker. Later on, by accident, I acquired two small “overhead/choir mini condenser microphones” (phantom powered). These mics are the size of a pinky-finger. One day,, I dropped the mics inside my carbon Fiber guitar body. And after tinkering a bit with placement, levels, compression and EQ, I was caught by surprise by the tone and resolution I had stumbled upon. The mics now capturing an extended image with more sustain. Perhaps they might not work best for live use. But at least in a studio environment, the mics gave me something desirable (and convenient).

So it got me thinking about the output section of the guitar; Needing two unbalanced outs (for the piezos) and two balanced outs (mini XLR), for the mics. I don’t wish for a ‘spaghetti-mess of cables, feeding to amps or mixers (yuck)! I would like a manageable cord solution that preserves as much signal as possible. I am searching for a guitar snake, of which is not heavy and inflexible. Is Neutrik the better option for connectors?

Love to hear your ideas😊, please comment!

Title: Re: Unique cable search
Post by Geno on 07/12/19 at 17:09:55

Get in touch with Grover Huffman, and let him know what you need. He’s the best! http://www.groverhuffman.com

Title: Re: Unique cable search
Post by Jeff of Arabica on 07/13/19 at 00:58:23

Ghent Audio (https://www.ghentaudio.com) is a great resource for custom made cables. If you are looking for a cost effective cable made with excellent components and great craftsmanship, he won't disappoint. I have ordered several odd-ball cables from him and have never been disappointed.

Title: Re: Unique cable search
Post by Riki Steven 1968 on 07/31/19 at 23:09:48

Hey all, I am back!

I recorded 2 takes within each download A/B C/D and E/F. Out of these takes, please tell me which ones offer the least coloration of the acoustic guitar. Example; preferred the first take A out of the A/B, and so on.

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