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We design and build  custom studio and tour-grade cables for musicians that offer pristine audio clarity, uncompromised tonality, and exceptional reliability.
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WELCOME TO SIGNAL CHAIN AUDIO LABS

Plugging your expensive guitar into your expensive vintage tube amp with a bargain-bin cable is like buying a Ferrari and slapping some '81 Buick whitewall tires on it to save a few bucks. Sure, it will still drive, but will it drive like a Ferrari?Why compromise your tone with cheap cables?

As musicians, we are constantly perfecting our tone. Guitars, basses, pickups, pedals, mics, rack effects, more pedals – the possibilities are truly endless. So why do we connect all of this expensive gear with cheap cables that degrade the very tone we are seeking to achieve? Unfortunately, cables are too often an afterthought, but they shouldn’t be.

Affordable Premium Cables That Deliver
We get it - high-end cables can be shockingly expensive. And let’s be honest: At some point, the law of diminishing returns kicks in where any marginal improvement in tonal quality or clarity from expensive cables becomes unnoticeable to the human ear.

That’s why we focus on hitting the sweet spot: building cables that deliver exceptional sound clarity and tonal accuracy without breaking the bank.

Meet Signal Chain Audio Labs®
We handcraft premium guitar and microphone cables for musicians who demand performance and reliability - on stage, in the studio, or at home. All of our cables are soldered and assembled by hand and are backed by a lifetime warranty.

ABOUT OUR CABLES

What Makes Our Cables So Exceptional?
A lot of things. But let’s start with craftsmanship. Each cable is made-to-order, soldered, and assembled by hand—one at a time, with precision. Before shipping, every cable is fully tested in our shop to ensure it can handle the demands of touring, recording, and daily use. This level of attention guarantees a lifetime of clarity, reliability, and signal strength from the very first time you plug in. But craftsmanship isn’t just about assembly—it’s also about the components and materials we choose.

Premium Parts for Uncompromising Performance
We rigorously test every component to ensure maximum functionality, durability, and sonic integrity. The G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core plugs far exceeded our expectations. These plugs eliminate the traditional tin plate (found in most plugs) where the cable is typically soldered. Instead, it uses a copper pin that shoots directly through the plug to its tip. This creates a cleaner, copper-to-copper connection for a pure signal transfer.

For patch cables, we rely on Squareplug™ for the same high standards. The SP400 and SPS4 models offer an ultra-low-profile design that saves space on any pedalboard—without compromising quality.

Our obsession even took us down a rabbit hole with solder. After testing a few different (cheaper) kinds, we selected Cardas Audio's Quad Eutectic solder. This proprietary blend of copper, silver, and tin is proportioned to melt and solidify at a temperature lower than that of any of the component metals, which helps create clean, pure, and uniform connection. The good folks at Cardas said it best: "There's a reason Quad Eutectic is considered the best in audio. [...] No other solder flows as well, solidifies as uniformly, sounds as good or provides as durable and long lasting solder joints."

CABLE BREAKDOWN

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G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core plug creates a direct copper-to-copper connection between the plug and cable
Cardas Audio Quad Eutectic Solder melts at a low temperature and solidifies uniformly to create a durable and long lasting solder joint
20 AWG
oxygen-free (99.999%)
wound center
conductor wire
Low density polyethylene foam insulation minimizes signal capacitance while maintaining cable flexibility
100% coverage
PVC inner-
shield
95% coverage
braided copper
outer-shield
blocks outside signal
interference
Protective
.280" OD PVC outer jacket protects the cable's inner components
SignalCoat® dielectric seal coating protects the solder joint from moisture and oxidation
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Cardas Audio quad eutectic solder solidifies uniformly to create a durable and long lasting solder joint
SignalCoat® dielectric seal coating protects the solder joint from moisture and oxidation
Protective .280" OD PVC outer jacket protects the cable's inner components
95% coverage braided copper outer-shield blocks outside signal interference
100% coverage PVC inner-shield
Low density polyethylene foam insulation minimizes signal capacitance while maintaining cable flexibility
20 AWG oxygen-free (99.999%) wound center conductor wire
G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core plug creates a direct copper-to-copper connection between the plug and cable

CABLE BREAKDOWN

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FROM SIGNAL CHAIN AUDIO LABS
Every cable we make comes with a lifetime warranty, which means it’s built to sound great and withstand the rigors of the road for as long as you own it. To meet this promise, we’re constantly innovating to help musicians not only achieve the best tones but also preserve pristine clarity and tonal quality over time.

Even the finest cables face challenges from temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors. Over time, these elements can cause oxidation and corrosion at the solder joints inside the plugs - weakening the signal and degrading your tone. To combat this, we're excited to launch SignalCoat®, a protective coating applied to the solder joints of the conductor wire and shield inside the instrument cable plug (and to the hot, cold, and shield solder joints in XLR cables). The coating forms a seal around the most vulnerable part of your cable, protecting it from oxidation and corrosion while ensuring your signal stays pure and your tone remains uncompromised.

With SignalCoat®, your sound stays as sharp and vibrant as the day you plugged in.
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THE PROPER BRAIDED
INSTRUMENT CABLE
with SignalCoat®
Our flagship cable. Military-grade multifilament nylon overbraid. Available in two colors.
: Military-Grade Nylon Multifilament Overbraid
: 20 AWG OFC Cable
: 20 pF/ft (65.6 pF/m) Capacitance
: G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core Plugs
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: ST-ST, ST-RA, and RA-RA Plug Configurations
$68-$88
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camouflage cable title
with SignalCoat®
Hide in plain sight. Your tone, however, will be unmistakable.
camouflage braided instrument cable
: Military-Grade 5/16" Nylon Multifilament Overbraid
: Individually Dyed By Hand - No Two Are Alike
: Mogami 2524 20 AWG OFC Cable
: G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core Plugs
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: ST-ST, ST-RA, and RA-RA Plug Configurations
$79-$99
The Tie-Dyed Braided Instrument Cable title
with SignalCoat®
A limited series honoring a legend.
100% of the proceeds go to the Furthur Foundation.
TDBIC Cable
: Military-Grade 5/16" Nylon Multifilament Overbraid
: Individually Numbered and Uniquely Dyed by Hand
: Mogami 2524 20 AWG OFC Cable
: G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core Plugs
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: ST-ST, ST-RA, and RA-RA Plug Configurations
$79-$99
The Tie-Dyed Braided Instrument Loom title
with SignalCoat®
2-Channel tie-dyed loom for OBEL-equipped guitars.
OBEL cable
: Military-Grade 1/2" Nylon Multifilament Overbraid
: Mogami 2534 Neglex Quad Cable (for TRS channel)
: Best Tronics CA-0446 20AWG cable (for TS channel)
: Neutrik NP3RX and NP2RX Plugs
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: RA-RA Plug Configuration
$179
THE INSTRUMENT
CABLE
with SignalCoat®
The first cable we ever built. Choose from three colors.
: 20 AWG OFC Cable
: 20 pF/ft (65.6 pF/m) Capacitance
: G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core Plugs
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: ST-ST, ST-RA, and RA-RA Plug Configurations
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$64-$84
THE PATCH
CABLE
with SignalCoat®
Your pedal board will thank you.
: 23 AWG OFC Cable
: SquarePlug SP4 and SP400 Low-Profile Plugs
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
CONFIGUREPatch Cable - Black
$16-$24
THE MICROPHONE
CABLE
with SignalCoat®
Pristine audio clarity for your microphones and other XLR-based gear. Choose from six colors.
: Mogami Neglex Quad Conductor Cable
: Premium G&H XLR Connectors
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
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$32-$138
THE MONITOR
EXTENSION CABLE
Extend your monitors with premium cables. Built with Neutrik connectors.
: Mogami Neglex Quad Conductor Cable
: Premium Neutrik TRS Connectors (M/F)
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
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$62-$98
THE IEC POWER
CABLE
Ditch that flimsy power cord that came with your amp for a sturdy and coilable alternative.
: 3 Conductor 16AWG Stranded Copper Cable
: IEC 320 C13 Connector
: Coils Just Like an Instrument or XLR Cable
CONFIGUREPower cable
$32-$40
THE SPEAKER
CABLE
Connect your amps and cabinets with our large diameter speaker cable to achieve better sound.
: Mogami 3082 large diameter 14AWG Cable
: G&H High Clarity Profile Copper Core Plugs
: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder
: SignalCoat® Dielectric Seal Coating
: ST-ST, ST-RA, and RA-RA Plug Configurations
CONFIGUREspeaker cable
$64-$74
CUSTOM BUILDS
AND PACKAGES
We love working on custom projects.
: Patch Bays
: TS, TRS, XLR Looms
: 8/10/12/24 Channel Snake Boxes
: DB25 Cables
: Studio/Mobile Recording Setups
: Full Tour Packages
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