73 P Bass Posted August 22, 2003 Share Posted August 22, 2003 I was experiencing a slight distortion with one of my amps on lower notes (it was very slight, but I knew it was there), and for the life of me I could not figure out what it was. Well I changed one of my expensive (but 5 years old)cables for a newer, yet cheaper one and the problem got better. I replaced the other expensive, old cable with a newer cheap one and the problem went away. I guess cables have a life span. "Start listening to music!". -Jeremy C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattC Posted August 24, 2003 Share Posted August 24, 2003 Especially if you mistreat them. Always wind them in large, loose loops and always use strain reliefs (route the cable around your strap). ...think funky thoughts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addix Metzatricity Posted August 24, 2003 Share Posted August 24, 2003 And try your damndest not to step on them (it's hard, I know). "Bass isn't just for breakfast anymore..." http://www.mp3.com/Addix_Metzatricity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted August 24, 2003 Share Posted August 24, 2003 ...and remember to talk to them, in a soft, soothing voice... frightened cables are not happy cables and will f*&k you every time! Seriously, cables do have a life, but you might try using metal polish on the ends or simply unsolder the ends, cut back several inches of cable, then reattach the ends or mount new 1/4" ends. (Not that replacing them is a bad idea, but you may end up with a great, extra cable with some maintainance. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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