How to Build a Neutrik XX Series XLR Cable with Mogami 2534 Neglex Quad Cable

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  • čas přidán 22. 07. 2024
  • Everything you need to build your own high-performance custom XLR cables is waiting for you at Markertek!
    Neutrik XX Series Connectors - bit.ly/2TbmeUW
    Mogami 2534 Cable - bit.ly/3fkAZgX
    Contents of this video --------------------------------------------
    0:00 - Intro / Benefits of Neutrik connectors and Mogami cable
    1:50 - Preparing the cable
    6:18 - Tinning the cable lead tips with solder
    8:36 - Preparing the connectors
    10:47 - Soldering the cable leads to the connectors
    13:41 - Final Assembly
    15:40 - Conclusion
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Komentáře • 36

  • @G5Hohn
    @G5Hohn Před 8 měsíci +4

    For best results, do not transport solder on a hot iron, as the flux will burn off in transport. If you’re going to do this, flux the twisted wire to account for the burn off and let the fluxed wires suck the hot solder off the iron tip (via capillary action). Use small diameter (0.020 or less) solder so you’ll have good control over the solder metering as the amount of solder is a critical thing to control. Also, be sure you use a tiny glob of solder as a thermal bridge to the cups so you can use low (600F) tip temps and still get effective heat transfer and get an and off in 2 seconds.

  • @victoryvisiontour
    @victoryvisiontour Před 5 měsíci +2

    The video says PIN 2 White, PIN3 Blue. I just now took a new pre-made cable out the package (same cable as the video - Mogami Neglex 2534). It has PIN2 Blue, PIN3 White. I realize it doesn't matter as long as both male and female ends are the same. Just thought I would mention this to relieve any confusion viewers might have. Great detailed video. Thanks.

  • @badkid73
    @badkid73 Před 2 lety +3

    The best combination - Neutrik XX and Mogami neglex W2534.

  • @user-rk7dr3mc9m
    @user-rk7dr3mc9m Před 2 lety +1

    this is the best explanation to make cable.

  • @digismurf
    @digismurf Před rokem

    Awesome video explaining each step start to finish! Much appreciated!

  • @DivineMisterAdVentures

    Perfect!

  • @asmr6773
    @asmr6773 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Can i use the 2549 (trs) on a synthesizer (balanced outputs)????

  • @joeybaronstudio
    @joeybaronstudio Před 3 lety +1

    If I am just making cables for my external gear like effects and eqs and compressors to my converters what cables should I use? Also the converters all have dsubs connections

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před 2 lety

      Hello! For D-Sub cable builds we like to use Canare MR202-8AT - bit.ly/38djU4h

  • @kennethmajland
    @kennethmajland Před měsícem

    Thanks for informative and good entertainment.
    Nc3fxx-bag is silver and nc3fxx-b is gold, with a price difference of less than a dollar.
    Is silver here preferable?

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před měsícem +1

      Hello! The gold is a better conductor, so we have customers who prefer them as a quality upgrade. However, folks tend to choose the -BAG line when they are okay with the standard plating, but still want the look of the black connector. Hope that helps!

  • @michaelrobinson9643
    @michaelrobinson9643 Před 4 měsíci

    Producing an RCA to XLR version. Usually for shielded unbalanced cable I would terminate the shield at the source only.
    For the RCA to XLR (eg minidsp to Amplifier) Would the Shield and Cold be combined on the outer ring, with hot on the centre pin; XLR being as normal with shield on pin1, hot and cold on 2 & 3?

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před 2 měsíci

      Hello! Correct. Our standard for an RCA to XLR would have the cold and shield combined on the sleeve on the RCA side with the hot on the tip.

  • @alexgarcialeal
    @alexgarcialeal Před rokem

    Excellent!
    I have two questions: For Studio-Use Microphone Cables, controlled environment, 2 to 5 meters long:
    Question 1: I have a lot of 2534 and wonder how bad idea would it be not to join/twist the end pairs, using only one of each and leaving a Live and a Return unused. Maybe join both of them to the X shield?. This in order to avoid long run High Cut Filtering and still put the cable in use. Maybe achieving a sound closer to the 2549? Would this cause any problem?
    Question 2: Which Neutrik Connector? NC3XX - 1) Nickel VS 2) NC3XX-B VS 3) NC3XX-BAG. I understand the the 1st to be nickel housed with silver connectors, the 2nd to be black chrome housed with gold connectors, and the 3rd to be black chrome housed with silver connectors.
    Thx!

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před rokem

      Hello! I'll answer the 2nd question first since there's a more straightforward answer. The folks I talked to at Neutrik confirmed that XX connector material choices are an environmental visual preference. We use the NC3XX series for our standard assemblies. Some people like the look of the black, especially if they are trying to hide them onstage or on camera. As far as the gold contacts, gold conducts better than nickel, so there is a slight upgrade in the gold plating. However, gold is also softer so overtime is more prone to wear.
      For the 1st question, the engineers I talked with did not see there being a problem with doing what you are suggesting but were not sure if there is any advantage other than perhaps changing the 'color' of the sound as you suggest to the 2549. Give it a try and let us know!

    • @michaelrobinson9643
      @michaelrobinson9643 Před 4 měsíci

      Alex, do you have a concern that increasing the wire gauge by doubling the conductors for pin 2/3 will alter the sound or the gain required for a cable? "Loudness" is not linear across frequency so I am intrigued by your question and how the different cables may influence your system.
      Do be aware that wires left in place with no connection can still influence magnetic fields ... so I wonder if you would be increasing or not affecting the noise rejection capability of your cables in real terms. Being mindful the core reason for 4 core is to have 2 twisted pairs which by orientation will reject induced magnetic fields or electrical noise from perpendicular wiring (with its incumbent magnetic field).
      I'm interested in hearing what you ended up doing and your experience with the outcome if you have time to reply to my remarks :D

  • @Colora2
    @Colora2 Před rokem +1

    What soldering gun are you using or do you recommend?

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před rokem

      Helllo! We are big fans of Weller soldering products and that is what we use in our shop and in the video. You can find them all here: bit.ly/3GpfLL8

  • @marklowe7431
    @marklowe7431 Před 2 lety +1

    Use these parts and you will have the best cable ever needed. Audiophools will have nothing to fuss over.

  • @LaterHolmes
    @LaterHolmes Před 2 lety

    Could you please link to the jacket stripper you're using?

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před 2 lety +1

      Hello! The stripper in the video is an Ideal Stripmaster but we also really like the Katapult from Klein Tools: bit.ly/3NWOpPg

    • @LaterHolmes
      @LaterHolmes Před 2 lety

      @@markertek Thanks!

    • @alexb119
      @alexb119 Před rokem

      Hey guys! I for the Katapult, but it cuts all the way through the ground wires. Any pointers?​@@markertek

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před rokem

      @@alexb119 Hello!
      The Katapult should be used for stripping the individual conductor jackets. For the outer jacket we recommend the Ideal 45-265 Stripmaster. bit.ly/3mvjbGe

  • @skinlayers
    @skinlayers Před 2 lety

    Any recommendations on the type of solder to use?

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před 2 lety +1

      Hello! In this video we are using Tenma 21-1047 Lead-Free Rosin Core Solder. It works well for this application. bit.ly/3s7K8hM

    • @dimitriapproved
      @dimitriapproved Před 2 lety

      Forget lead free. 63-37 ie: Item# KS-6337-25 , MFG #: 24-6337-0018 . Available at markertek of all places :)

    • @houndawg3
      @houndawg3 Před rokem

      Don't use lead free. It's too hard to work with. Silver solder is also not needed. The best and easiest to use is Kester 44 63/37 solder.

  • @rraudiopati1278
    @rraudiopati1278 Před rokem

    Apakah seri kabel ini ada yang berwarna putih?

  • @user-hv7ty4eb2w
    @user-hv7ty4eb2w Před 2 lety

    это балансный аудио кабель так сделать можно?

    • @markertek
      @markertek  Před 2 lety

      Hello! Yes, this is a balanced cable build.

  • @marko6831
    @marko6831 Před 2 lety +3

    It's not SODDER it's pronounced SOL-DER !