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Neutrik ends are easily converted to 90 degree XLRs. Mogami cable can and do sound better, depending on application.
February 6, 2018
I converted female (mic end) XLR connectors to 90 degree versions without soldering. Merely purchase Neutrik NC3FRX 90 degree female connectors from Amazon. The front soldered connector and the back threaded nut are the same as the Mogami originals and can stay on the cable. Just disassemble, swap the other parts, rotate the 90 to the desired "clock" location, bend/tuck the wire into a 90 degree shape, and reassemble. Made up four of these yesterday, they work great, and I now have four extra "new" Neutrik female XLR ends left over. They can be converted back to straight ends later.
In the process of converting my studio to better cables, as a degreed EE I look at specifications; in particular, capacitance per foot, which can cause a (somewhat minor but audible) rolloff effect in the top of the treble range, particularly with higher impedance preamps. This quad cable (Mogami 2534) has significantly higher capacitance per foot (worse) than their non-Quad (2549) product, but slightly lower capacitance (better) than the competing, also very high quality Canare Quad. Quad cables trade capacitance for interference immunity - they are very quiet indeed.
I have found that if a mic or source is "active" (48 VDC phantom powered mic, active DI, or an electronic instrument output), it typically does not need the super high interference rejection of a quad cable, but can still benefit from lower capacitance. I use Mogami 2549 (non-quad) for those sources. Dynamic (non-powered) mics are more interference sensitive, and benefit more from a quad cable, as do longer runs (25 foot+) from active devices, particularly lower level ones. I use Mogami 2534 Quad (this cable) for those applications, and combat the capacitance rise by keeping cable lengths as short as possible.
In the process of converting my studio to better cables, as a degreed EE I look at specifications; in particular, capacitance per foot, which can cause a (somewhat minor but audible) rolloff effect in the top of the treble range, particularly with higher impedance preamps. This quad cable (Mogami 2534) has significantly higher capacitance per foot (worse) than their non-Quad (2549) product, but slightly lower capacitance (better) than the competing, also very high quality Canare Quad. Quad cables trade capacitance for interference immunity - they are very quiet indeed.
I have found that if a mic or source is "active" (48 VDC phantom powered mic, active DI, or an electronic instrument output), it typically does not need the super high interference rejection of a quad cable, but can still benefit from lower capacitance. I use Mogami 2549 (non-quad) for those sources. Dynamic (non-powered) mics are more interference sensitive, and benefit more from a quad cable, as do longer runs (25 foot+) from active devices, particularly lower level ones. I use Mogami 2534 Quad (this cable) for those applications, and combat the capacitance rise by keeping cable lengths as short as possible.
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ATTENTION 2 FOOT LENGTH BUYERS!
March 4, 2019
This review is only for the 2’ length. (I also bought the 3 foot lengths and am very pleased with them). The product I received, 2 foot length, uses mogami’s W2893 “miniature” quad cable. This is considerably thinner and has higher capacitance and resistance than the longer lengths which use W2534 cable. (At these lengths this is negligible...but why not use the thicker??? We anal audiophiles love overkill!) Also, this cable is too short to be looped through Mogami’s standard plastic packaging so most of it dangles out the bottom leaving them subject to shipping damage...they arrived in individual soft envelopes and one cable was badly kinked. The “spiral wrapped shield” used on the studio version provides outstanding shielding but is prone separation if handled roughly or kinked. This is why the “stage version” uses braided shielding...slightly less effective than spiral wrap but much more robust. The 3’ Mogamis are 5 stars for sure, but I’m going to try bluejeans cables “canare” quadstar for my 2’ lengths.
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Neutrik ends are easily converted to 90 degree XLRs. Mogami cable can and do sound better, depending on application.
February 6, 2018I converted female (mic end) XLR connectors to 90 degree versions without soldering. Merely purchase Neutrik NC3FRX 90 degree female connectors from Amazon. The front soldered connector and the back threaded nut are the same as the Mogami originals and can stay on the cable. Just disassemble, swap the other parts, rotate the 90 to the desired "clock" location, bend/tuck the wire into a 90 degree shape, and reassemble. Made up four of these yesterday, they work great, and I now have four extra "new" Neutrik female XLR ends left over. They can be converted back to straight ends later.
In the process of converting my studio to better cables, as a degreed EE I look at specifications; in particular, capacitance per foot, which can cause a (somewhat minor but audible) rolloff effect in the top of the treble range, particularly with higher impedance preamps. This quad cable (Mogami 2534) has significantly higher capacitance per foot (worse) than their non-Quad (2549) product, but slightly lower capacitance (better) than the competing, also very high quality Canare Quad. Quad cables trade capacitance for interference immunity - they are very quiet indeed.
I have found that if a mic or source is "active" (48 VDC phantom powered mic, active DI, or an electronic instrument output), it typically does not need the super high interference rejection of a quad cable, but can still benefit from lower capacitance. I use Mogami 2549 (non-quad) for those sources. Dynamic (non-powered) mics are more interference sensitive, and benefit more from a quad cable, as do longer runs (25 foot+) from active devices, particularly lower level ones. I use Mogami 2534 Quad (this cable) for those applications, and combat the capacitance rise by keeping cable lengths as short as possible.
In the process of converting my studio to better cables, as a degreed EE I look at specifications; in particular, capacitance per foot, which can cause a (somewhat minor but audible) rolloff effect in the top of the treble range, particularly with higher impedance preamps. This quad cable (Mogami 2534) has significantly higher capacitance per foot (worse) than their non-Quad (2549) product, but slightly lower capacitance (better) than the competing, also very high quality Canare Quad. Quad cables trade capacitance for interference immunity - they are very quiet indeed.
I have found that if a mic or source is "active" (48 VDC phantom powered mic, active DI, or an electronic instrument output), it typically does not need the super high interference rejection of a quad cable, but can still benefit from lower capacitance. I use Mogami 2549 (non-quad) for those sources. Dynamic (non-powered) mics are more interference sensitive, and benefit more from a quad cable, as do longer runs (25 foot+) from active devices, particularly lower level ones. I use Mogami 2534 Quad (this cable) for those applications, and combat the capacitance rise by keeping cable lengths as short as possible.
March 3, 2019
I was always too skeptical to spend much money on cables for my studio. Three years into recording/mixing full time I did an in depth comparison of my LyxPro xlrs to some Mogami Gold and was amazed at the difference. I immediately wanted to replace all of my XLRs and TRS cables, but didn't want to spend a fortune on Mogami. Search Amazon for custom Canare L-4E6S or Gotham GAC 4/1 cables - same performance for less, but no lifetime warranty like Mogami.
March 4, 2019
This review is only for the 2’ length. (I also bought the 3 foot lengths and am very pleased with them). The product I received, 2 foot length, uses mogami’s W2893 “miniature” quad cable. This is considerably thinner and has higher capacitance and resistance than the longer lengths which use W2534 cable. (At these lengths this is negligible...but why not use the thicker??? We anal audiophiles love overkill!) Also, this cable is too short to be looped through Mogami’s standard plastic packaging so most of it dangles out the bottom leaving them subject to shipping damage...they arrived in individual soft envelopes and one cable was badly kinked. The “spiral wrapped shield” used on the studio version provides outstanding shielding but is prone separation if handled roughly or kinked. This is why the “stage version” uses braided shielding...slightly less effective than spiral wrap but much more robust. The 3’ Mogamis are 5 stars for sure, but I’m going to try bluejeans cables “canare” quadstar for my 2’ lengths.
February 20, 2016
These work great in my audio system between the preamp (Marantz) and the amplifier (Emotiva). I am not sure why anyone would spend anymore than this for cabling, but I have seen similar xlr cables of supposed audiophile grade for 100's or even 1000's. You must literally have money in piles sitting around to burn in the fireplace to think there is much improvement beyond what a quality cable such as Mogami would provide, particularly in short length runs.
The interconnects on the ends of these cables are definitely high quality and where the expense seems to be dedicated. The connections on these are better then the more generic brands I have also purchased for my surround channels. A full Atmos channel system set of cables (11 speakers and a sub) composed of all Mogami gold cables was more than I wanted to spend so I choose two types for comparison thinking I may send some back upon inspection and use. Ultimately the sonic quality of the cables doesn't seem to vary for the short length between a pre-amp to amp setup (as I figured it wouldn't), but I kept the Mogami's for the clear quality construction. I use these Mogamis for the front three channels and cheaper ones for the surrounds. I may someday upgrade all of them, but it isn't a high priority for my system.
The interconnects on the ends of these cables are definitely high quality and where the expense seems to be dedicated. The connections on these are better then the more generic brands I have also purchased for my surround channels. A full Atmos channel system set of cables (11 speakers and a sub) composed of all Mogami gold cables was more than I wanted to spend so I choose two types for comparison thinking I may send some back upon inspection and use. Ultimately the sonic quality of the cables doesn't seem to vary for the short length between a pre-amp to amp setup (as I figured it wouldn't), but I kept the Mogami's for the clear quality construction. I use these Mogamis for the front three channels and cheaper ones for the surrounds. I may someday upgrade all of them, but it isn't a high priority for my system.
April 22, 2019
I am a Mogami fanboy. I'll admit it. But life is too short to deal with sub-par cables. In my guitar rig, for example, I had a cable for years that I had to baby because if it turned a certain way it would cut out. I got so fed up, I basically won't buy anything but Mogami these days. Other high-end cable manufacturers have been good to me as well (I used a Blue Quad for a while that was nice) but Mogami is my go-to. And for good reason; these things are really nice and hold up to regular use for decades.
Will these make your recordings instantly sound better? Will they give your vocals more high-end crisp? No way. Nearly all holy grail syndrome related to cables is overblown. But they are easy to work with, they have quality connectors, and they will last for many years.
Will these make your recordings instantly sound better? Will they give your vocals more high-end crisp? No way. Nearly all holy grail syndrome related to cables is overblown. But they are easy to work with, they have quality connectors, and they will last for many years.
February 24, 2018
Say what you want about cables and if they matter - I notice a huge positive difference switching from the Guitar Center special cable to this!
I do agree this is one of the last things you should be spending your money on. Wait util your cable quality is the main thing holding you back from better sound.
I do agree this is one of the last things you should be spending your money on. Wait util your cable quality is the main thing holding you back from better sound.
June 1, 2019
As a career voice actor, I've carefully chosen every component in my audio chain. I don't expend hard-earned funds on gear that I haven't tested or at least exhaustively researched.
A while back, I began to detect some 60 Hz hum creeping into my tracks. I eliminated the possibility of a ground loop—the studio is powered through a 2 KW, medical-grade isolation transformer, and every chassis is tied to a common, exterior copper grounding rod.
I checked all my connectors and connections, and I made sure that no AC power cables were lying alongside the signal cable from my voice booth to my AD/DA converter, but the problem persisted. Then I replaced the XLR cable from condenser mic's power supply to the connector on the wall of my voice booth, and I replaced the XLR cable from the booth to my AD/DA converter with Mogami Studio Cables.
Voila! Problem solved.
In at least one independent survey that I read, Mogami Studio Cable exceeds all other commonly-available cables in shielding from both external RF interference and AC hum. Mogami Studio Cable may be a bit stiffer than the cable to which you're accustomed, but it isn't meant to be repeatedly laid out and then rolled back up. It's meant to lie on the studio floor.
Yes, it's a bit more expensive than other, commonly-available cable, but if you're serious about impeccable audio—my work depends on it—Mogami is worth the additional cost.
A while back, I began to detect some 60 Hz hum creeping into my tracks. I eliminated the possibility of a ground loop—the studio is powered through a 2 KW, medical-grade isolation transformer, and every chassis is tied to a common, exterior copper grounding rod.
I checked all my connectors and connections, and I made sure that no AC power cables were lying alongside the signal cable from my voice booth to my AD/DA converter, but the problem persisted. Then I replaced the XLR cable from condenser mic's power supply to the connector on the wall of my voice booth, and I replaced the XLR cable from the booth to my AD/DA converter with Mogami Studio Cables.
Voila! Problem solved.
In at least one independent survey that I read, Mogami Studio Cable exceeds all other commonly-available cables in shielding from both external RF interference and AC hum. Mogami Studio Cable may be a bit stiffer than the cable to which you're accustomed, but it isn't meant to be repeatedly laid out and then rolled back up. It's meant to lie on the studio floor.
Yes, it's a bit more expensive than other, commonly-available cable, but if you're serious about impeccable audio—my work depends on it—Mogami is worth the additional cost.
April 1, 2017
Worth every penny and you can believe all the hype on this one. I have a project studio prone to stray electro-static background effects/noises. Even at longer lengths, this has managed to keep those noises as bay. Now my demos sound more like a pro studio product. THANK YOU!
September 2, 2013
Mogami cables are terrific, and one of only two brands I will use in my recording facilities. (canare is the other). I have been in music production in one form or another for twenty five years and began often thinking - how much defense can a cable make? well, a lot. A studio is only as good as its weakest link, and junky cables make for junky results. Mogami has never let me down (I use their quad core cables everywhere). In a facility with easily 250k in recording equipment and instruments, cables are the single most expensive item - and investing in quality interconnects was worth every penny. Why have a 15k converter if you are using junky cables to plug into you 5k pre? Spend the extra and you'll hear the difference. - there is a difference and it isn't just "the elusive 5% better for 4x the price." Build quality, sound, warranty, etc. it's a package deal worth the investment, at least in my opinion.
September 20, 2018
Got these for my SM7B and its a VERY noticeable difference. Less hiss for one, but also brighter. I also paired it with a TRS 1/4 to male XLR for my 286s. I had LyxPro cables before this one. Its funny cause one of the first things I heard when I got on Discord was, "You sound different".
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