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David's Tip of the Day: Why screw-on output connector?

Posted Thu, 05/24/2012 - 08:18 by David Barrett Admin
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The go-to output connect used by professional players is the screw-on output connector. Why?

1) They were common in production microphones from companies such as Astatic (JT30), Electro-Voice (605) and Turner (BD, CD, etc.).

2) For modifying microphones, they fit will in the hole manufacturers used (such as Sure) to thread the microphone cable through (that was directly soldered to the element).

3) They provide a tight, secure fit.

4) They accommodate inline attachments well, such as volume controls, on-off slide switches and 1/4" adapters

5) They allow for interchangeability... one cable for all your mics.

So, the next time you have a mic worked on, you might want to employ the screw-on output connector. To see many microphones with this connector, visit: http://www.harmonicamasterclass.com/vintage_collection.htm
Note the picture at the top of the page, which has (L-R) screw-on output connector (JT30... stock), screw-on output connector with Switchcraft inline volume control (Shure 7A... modified) and screw-on output connector with Switchcraft 1/4" adapter (Astatic Model 30 "Biscuit"... modified).