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HYDRA Microphone Cables  My concept in simplicity, these cables come bundled together in a rugged Techflex sleeve and the ease of dealing with a single rolled cable instead of two. It snakes off on each end allowing for easy hookup to microphones and other gear. Available in any color and a variety of XLR ends. I build each pair by hand with attention to detail and reliability.   Think of the HYDRA style cable as a Y cable.  A single run which branches off on each end into seperate left/right plugs/jacks.  On micorphone cables, I usually leave a 2' Y at the mic end.  Allowing for a 4' spread if you want.  Of course, this can be tailored to each users specific needs. THE WIRE The wire used in HYDRA cables comes from custom millitary stock wire, typically used for communication devices in planes and other vehicles and equipment. It is built to a very demanding and ridged spec for the government, able to withstand much heat and abuse. I usually use a 26AWG (per conductor) with each having 19 strands of Oxygen Free High Current copper with a heavy silver plating. These are double wrapped in a rubber shield and then surrounded by a thicker Teflon coating. Then both conductors are shielded in a silver plated copper braid. The final coat is a variation of Teflon tape, more like a plastic. Its resilient, to say the least and excels in passing electrons. Each run of wire is then fed through 1/8th inch Techflex kevlar braid, making a single cable that forks at each end w/the connector of your choice. THE PARTS  Neutrick: any / all parts available upon request. I typicaly use the right angle XLRs and RCAs standard. Straight upon requiest. I can also make the customized "shorties" w/the machined jacks/plugs for the lowest profile and custom fit.  *these custom cut cables are not available for 100% refunds, should you require one.  I also tend to use the nickle finish / silver or nickle contacts as opposed to the black powdercoated ends.  Silly to spend more money for color.  But I do try to keep the black ones in stock as many people prefer them.  No extra cost to you, but just be warned that I may not have those in stock. Switchcraft (same as above, only no shorties) custom "low strain" 3.5mm right angle jacks (some company i've never heard of, but they are very easy on a delicate 3.5mm jack and do not add any undu strain or pressure on the jack or PCB. THE SOUND What can you expect to hear out of the Hydra Silver cables? Many customers have been quite surprised at how they appeared to "open up" their microphones, offering a clearer presentation. The difference is the result of less resistance introduced by the cable. The super HQ copper and silver plating offers the best possible signal path to your recorder / preamp so that you really hear your microphones full sonic characteristics.  Of course, your mileage may very...as they say.  Some people swear by them.  Others can't hear a difference at all.  I believe how well you have trained your ear to listen, and the potential resolution of your playback system (car stereo / ipods need not apply here).  Truth be told, I'm an audio snob.  If you want to hear subtlie differences, dont be surprised if you dont hear them on your less than reference quality stereo.  It always boggles me how some people in the recording hobby can have $5k in recording gear, paying attention to every minute detail in their rig...but then listen to it over some big box dept. store stereo that costs a fraction of what their recording gear costs.  IMO, you need an equal playing field on the playback end of things in regards to your recording gear. PRODUCTS Microphone and Interconnects Two channel HYDRA snake.  $10/foot (for the run w/two wires, so its really $5/1')XLRs can be straight, Right Angled or "chopped" for low profile right angle).  I use the newer style Neutrik MX series right angles, which are thinner and more "gear friendly" so you can plug in many of them in jack right next to one another. XLR / RCA / TRS / 3.5mm (any combo there of) Interconnects. 1 meter or less $50 2m add $20 3.5mm > 3.5mm short ICs are $25 S/PDIF 1m or less $40 Custom orders are welcome, and prices will remain fairly consistant with what you see above. Speaker cables $10 per foot for normal two channel.  Price is for pair.  so an 8' pair would be $80.  I usually leave bare wire for termination, but can terminate w/any end for a minimal fee (part costs).  If you want bi-wire, add $25 to the order.  If you want shotgun, then order two pairs (doubling the price..but email me and we can chat about it) RETURN POLICY: If you are unhappy w/your cables, a full refund will be given (within a reasonable time frame) only costing you the return shipping.  However, if you ordered custom ends that have been altered (chopped XLRs for low profile), then you will be charged a 50% re-stocking fee as I can't re-use those parts or re-claim the time I used to make them.  Cut XLRs, while popular, are not always "cosmeticaly perfect".  I do my best, but can't please everyone.  They work, as advertised, and that is all I'll garantee. Shipping (USPS) is FREE Paypal FEES are also FREE this is reflected in all prices