PROEL CHL120LU5 - Professional Instrument Cable Jack to Jack Angled (5 meters)
The Proel CHL120LU5 is a high-performance instrument cable from Proel's renowned Challenge series, designed for musicians and sound engineers seeking absolute reliability on stage and in the studio. This 5-meter assembled cable stands out for combining premium materials with robust engineering, delivering clean signal transmission that faithfully reproduces the original tone of your instrument, whether it's an electric guitar, bass, or keyboard.
One of the strongest features of this model is the integration of Yongsheng connectors, manufactured by Ningbo Neutrik Electronics. These connectors are synonymous with durability and mechanical precision. The cable boasts a highly versatile hybrid configuration: a straight 6.3 mm mono jack connector on one end and a 90-degree angled 6.3 mm mono jack connector on the other. This arrangement is ideal for connecting instruments with side or front inputs, allowing for more convenient and secure cable management and reducing mechanical stress on the instrument input.
The internal construction uses oxygen-free copper ( OFC ), a standard in the professional audio industry that guarantees low capacitance and minimal resistance, preventing high-frequency loss and maintaining signal integrity. Furthermore, the connector contacts are gold-plated , which not only improves electrical conductivity but also protects the contact surfaces against long-term corrosion and oxidation, ensuring the cable performs like new even after years of heavy use. All of this is protected by a durable, impact-resistant black metal housing and a flexible PVC outer jacket that facilitates coiling and prevents tangling.
Main features
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High-end Yongsheng connectors: Manufactured under the quality standards associated with Neutrik technology, with robust metal housings in a matte black finish.
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Gold-plated contacts: Ensure optimal signal transmission and eliminate parasitic noise resulting from poor connections or corrosion.
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Straight and angled design: Offers versatility for different types of instruments and pedalboard configurations, protecting the instrument jack from accidental pulls.
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OFC Conductor: The use of high-purity oxygen-free copper ensures a transparent and defined sound, minimizing background noise.
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Durable coating: The flexible PVC cover is abrasion-resistant and withstands rough use on tours and stages.
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Effective shielding: Designed to reject electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, providing a silent signal.
Product benefits
Using the Proel CHL120LU5 provides an immediate improvement to the audio chain. By utilizing gold-plated connectors, the musician experiences greater clarity in the sound, especially in the high-frequency ranges that are often lost with lower-quality cables. The angled connector is a crucial ergonomic benefit: it allows the cable to be routed more naturally through a guitar strap or keyboards mounted close to the wall to be connected without straining the cable, thus extending the lifespan of both the cable and the instrument's female connector.
Use cases
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Electric Guitars and Basses: Ideal for connecting your instrument to an amplifier or the first effects unit on a pedalboard. The angled jack is perfect for LP or SG-style guitars, as well as basses with a front-facing input.
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Pedalboards: Excellent for connecting from the pedalboard output to the amplifier.
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Keyboards and Synthesizers: Useful for connecting L/R (mono) outputs to mixing consoles or DI boxes, especially in confined spaces where the angled connector saves space.
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Recording studios: For live recordings where signal purity is critical.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this cable balanced or unbalanced?
It is an unbalanced (TS) cable, designed specifically for instruments such as guitars, basses, and keyboards.
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Does the angled connector work for Stratocaster-type guitars?
Yes, it can be used, although generally for guitars with a recessed input (like a Stratocaster) the straight side is recommended, using the angled side for the amplifier or pedalboard. For guitars with a side input (like a Telecaster or Les Paul), the angled side is ideal for the instrument.
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Are the connectors compatible with any standard jack input?
Yes, they are standard 6.3 mm (1/4 inch) connectors compatible with the vast majority of professional audio equipment.
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What are the advantages of gold plating?
Gold is an excellent conductor that does not oxidize in air or moisture, preventing the "creaking" and false contacts that appear over time in standard nickel or tin connectors.
Project description
This 5-meter unbalanced professional instrument cable belongs to the Challenge series. It features 6.3 mm mono (TS) jack connectors, one straight and one 90-degree angled. The connectors are Yongsheng model (manufactured by Ningbo Neutrik Electronics) with a black metal housing and gold-plated contacts for maximum conductivity and corrosion resistance. The cable uses oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors for low capacitance and has a flexible PVC outer jacket with high-density shielding against external interference.
