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RJ45 connectors for audio

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Brian Bowers

I like to make my own audio cables. I realize that Studio Hub makes numerous adapter cables, but has anyone ever seen a male RJ45 connector with simple screw/solder terminations? I realize that I could take a basic RJ45 connector, and crimp down some 24 gauge wires, but I'm looking for something more convenient, quicker, and easier than that.
 
Have you ever heard that expression "be careful for what you wish for"? Kelly A, that's exactly what I'm looking for (and thank you), however, what I now realize is that many AoIP panel jacks do not allow for that much spacing. Still, I've been hunting for something like this, and I appreciate the link. I guess when it comes to making my own AoIP cables, to accommodate the close proximity of many of the jack panels, I may have no other choice but to crimp my audio leads to the basic RJ45 ethernet connectors. Cost wise, in my situation (after making a gazillion audio cables in my lifetime), it's still probably worth the time and effort to make my own.
 
Cut RJ45 patch cord in half and solder on whatever audio connector you need. You can use thin heat shrink tubing over separate twisted pairs to make it look nicer. But I mostly used those studio hub RJ to XLR, TRS adapters.
 
Anton P said:
Cut RJ45 patch cord in half and solder on whatever audio connector you need. You can use thin heat shrink tubing over separate twisted pairs to make it look nicer. But I mostly used those studio hub RJ to XLR, TRS adapters.
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Thanks for the suggestion Anton. I actually hadn't thought about cutting a RJ45 patch cord.
 
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