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Date: Wed, 01 Aug 2001 23:45:26 -0700
From: MorTone & TPP
Subject: Re: Looking for On-Line Source for Mic Connectors

At 06:25 PM 8/1/01 -0700, you wrote:

>On 31 Jul 2001, at 15:42, MorTone & TPP wrote:
> >
> > I have a few mics I'd like to fit with the old style
> > single wire male connectors, the "press-fit" type
> > that fit into the shell. Anyone know where I might
> > get some these puppies on-line?
>
>They're called "military connectors". I think I've also seen them
>listed as "M connectors", which makes sense. It's easier to find
>something you know the name of :-)

hmmm...I've heard them called ALOT of things, but never Military.
All the on-line electronics suppliers go by a stock #...so for the male
end w/press fit & threads (includes lock washer, grounding ring, nut)
made by Switchcraft, it's #2501MB (SCRFT) Thanks to quite a few
list members for supplying this info, making my on-line search possible.
I have found literally hundreds available from wholesale outfits, so I'm
glad I work at a plumbing/electrical outlet, and my boss is a guitarist ;))

>You might try Mouser Electronics (which brings back many memories to
>the old time electronics buffs out there) If it exists, they
>probably have it.
>
>http://www.mouser.com

Thanks Mike!

>BTW I don't like military connectors, at least when used with 1/4"
>adaptors (and I don't want to start making up custom cables - 1. 1/4"
>plugs pull out when stepped on, and 2. when you yank the end off your
>last cable, you're stuck). I find them unreliable unless you
>regularly add solder to the center "button". If you know a "fix",
>I'd appreciate it.

No "fix" I know of. I just take a minimum of 4 cords to gigs,
just in case I do step on the cord. Also, I watch my steps alot
closer than I used to. Not a good idea to have TOO many drinks
while employing these types of cords either. oops..

I used to use a 1/4" adapter with the #2501MP...but find that
they also eventually become somewhat loose and funky, and
the connection goes bad. That's why you might see some harp
star with a $1500. suit on his gig...and duct tape on his mic ;))

~Donnie~