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Thursday, March 14, 2013
Balanced and Unbalanced Cables Defined Balanced electrical signals travel along 3 wires: a positive, a negative, and a ground. The positive and negative carry the same signal, just in opposite polarity to one another. Noises that may be picked up in the cable will usually be common to each leg. As long as the destination is balanced, the receiving device will flip the signal, bringing them back into polarity. This eliminates the noise by causing it to be out of phase. This is commonly referred to as Common Mode Rejection and is the primary reason balanced cables are best for long cable runs. TRS and XLR cables are made to send balanced audio from one balanced device to another balanced device. Unbalanced cables are much simpler than balanced. However, they can easily fall victim to noise issues. Unbalanced lines should be used in shorter lengths, ideally 25 foot and under. This will go a long way in reducing any noise that could be carried with the signal into your gear. Instruments, like guitars. and their users vow they can tell a difference in the tone the longer the cable gets.
Cable Connectors There are six primary cable connector types in the world of Pro Audio. XLR and TRS for balanced connections; Speakon, TS, RCA, and Banana Plugs for unbalanced connections. Here is a brief overview of each: XLR An XLR connector has positive, negative, and ground connections. They are primarily used for balanced line-level signals and for microphone signals. These are commonly used for connecting mics to mixers and for hooking up various outputs to powered speakers.
TRS TRS is also referred to as Tip, Ring, Sleeve. It has the same appearance as your standard 1/4″ and 1/8″ plugs. The difference is that it has an extra ring on the plug. TRS cables are two conductor plus a ground. Commonly used to connect balanced equipment and for running left and right mono signals to stereo headphones. These will also be located on Y cables for use in mixer insert jacks when the signal is sent out in one wire and comes back thru another wire.
Speakon Speakon connectors are used to carry amplified signals. They are most commonly used to connect power amplifiers to PA speakers, Monitors, and Subwoofers in studio or on stage. They have a unique locking feature that tend to make them a more attractive option than the 1/4″ TS connection. It should be noted that is recommended to never use an instrument cable to connect an amplifier to a speaker.
TS TS is also referred to as Tip, Sleeve. It is the universal name for specific type of 1/8″ or 1/4″ connector meant for a two conductor unbalanced operation. Only one insulator ring separates the tip and the sleeve. The tip carries the signal and the sleeve is where the ground is connected. These cables are best used as guitar or line level instrument cables.
Banana Plugs Banana plugs are an electrical conductor made to connect audio wires (speaker wires) to the binding posts on the back of power amplifiers, speakers, or simply to a banana jack. These banana jacks are most often found at the end of a binding post receptacle on power amplifiers and some speakers.
RCA RCA is the term most commonly used when referring to phono connectors used to connect consumer stereo gear. You will usually see CD outputs or inputs using these RCA connections. RCA connectors are also used in the digital audio world for connections such as S/PDIF, but are still a staple in the pro audio world.
Monday, December 03, 2012
NEW PRODUCT RELEASE Just wanted to let you guys know and introduce you to several new items we released this week! There is a little bit of everything, so take a look and give us a call with how many you want of each!!! Cable Organization We have been getting requests for zip ties and other cable organization items, so we decided to give them a try! We now offer the SAPT143 – 4 Inch Zip ties, the SAPT144 – 8 Inch Zip Ties, and a 6 Pack of Multi-Color Velcro Cable Ties. If you guys are as messy as we are, these things are invaluable!!!!  SAPT143 – 4 Inch Zip Ties  SAPT144 – 8 Inch Zip Ties  SA-V8LCR6 – 6 Pack of Colored Velcro Straps
Cables, Adapters, and Converters In our endeavor to be your one stop shop for all your Pro Audio needs, we have added several new items to our cable and cable adapter line. We now have the SAPT145 – 1/4″ TRS Female Coupler, the SA-iREQES6i – 6 inch Headphone Extender/Adapter Cable – 1/8″ to 1/4″ TRS Female, the SA-iEMRCAM – 1/8″ Male to Dual RCA Male Adapter Cable. These are available in 6, 10, 15, and 25 foot versions. We also have the SA-iERQM10 – 1/8″ Male to 1/4″ Male Interconnect Cable and the SAXFRM-2×5 – Dual XLR Male to Dual RCA Male 5′ Patch Cable. Finally, we now offer the SA-T2CCon1 – Coaxial to Optical Digital Audio Converter.  SAPT145 – 1/4″ Female TRS Coupler  SA-iREQES6i – 6 Inch Headphone Extender/Adapter Cable  SA-iEMRCAM – Male 1/8″ to Dual Male RCA Patch Cable  SA-iERQM10 – 1/8″ (3.5mm) Stereo Male to 1/4″ Male Patch Cable
 SAXFRM-2×5- Dual XLR Male to Dual RCA Male 5′ Patch Cable  Coaxial to Optical Digital Audio Converter
Rack Mountable Snake Cables Over the years, we have been inundated with requests for Rack Mountable Splitter Snakes. We now have them. We are offering them in a variety of configurations. Choose either 16 Channel, 24 Channel, or 32 Channel. All models are available with either two 15 foot trunks or a 15 foot trunk and a 30 foot trunk. The cable ends on the fantail are all XLR, while the stage box consists of all female XLR and 1/4″ Combo Jacks. These snakes are ideal for cleaning up stage space and keeping things organized! Awesome splitter snakes!  32 Channel XLR TRS Combo Splitter Snake Cable – 15′ and 30′ XLR trunk  SARMSS-32×1530 – Rack Mounted View
Home Audio Speaker Wire Although we have no intention of getting into the Home Audio side of things, we do listen to the demands of our customers. We get the occasional request for home audio speaker wire. We now offer it in 100 foot Spools. It is available in 14 gauge and 16 gauge.  SA-SW100-14 – 100 Ft of 14 Gauge Speaker Wire  SA-SW100-14 – 100 Ft of 16 Gauge Speaker Wire
Powered Mixers Yes, you read that correctly. We are now carrying a line of Powered Mixers, a 12 Channel and an 8 Channel! They will be live on the website soon! Until then, give us a call at 901-363-6030 and we will be happy to discuss all the bells and whistles with you!  Landslide Powered Mixers
We know how difficult it can be to keep up with new product arrivals! Hopefully, we will be putting up a blog post every time we get new products in to keep you guys in the loop and so that you can be the first ones to get your hands on them! As always, visit www.seismicaudiospeakers.com for all of your Pro Audio needs. Rock On!
Wednesday, November 07, 2012
There has been so much going on here at Seismic Audio! We have been launching new products, promoting our contests, developing new products….too much to list. We are always trying to keep you guys, our fans and friends, in the loop about everything that develops here at Seismic. Unfortunately, we do not always reach as many of you as we would like. Therefore, we plan to start doing a much better job of managing our blog and dubbing it “The Seismic Audio Experience“. We know you guys are busy and don’t have time to search the internet up and down to find the info you are looking for. We will try and create a clear link to it on our homepage to ensure you guys are always in the loop. Since it has been so long since we have posted, let us catch you up on all the exciting things happening at Seismic Audio!  Win a $500 SA Gift Card!
We are kicking off the holiday season early and running a Review Contest for a chance to win a $500 Gift Card from Seismic Audio. Simply, write a product review on our website or Amazon and be entered for a chance to win a $500 Gift card from Seismic Audio. The more reviews you write, the more chances you have to win. Click on the link Review Contest for complete rules and Terms and Conditions!
 The Seismic Audio Gift Certificate
Also, just in time for the holidays, we are rolling out the Seismic Audio Gift Certificate! It is the perfect gift idea for the musician in your life! We know how hard it can be to choose the right speaker, cable, or accessory when buying for someone. It is ideal for Christmas, birthdays, or for one of those just because occasions. You can select the amount you want the card to be good for and present it to your musician to redeem it on the Seismic Audio product of their choosing. Get one today and never have to worry again whether or not you have purchased that item they really want!
NEW PRODUCTS Several new products have been introduced over the last month or so. We have new Guitar Cabs, 150 foot Snake Cables, Snake Cables on a Reel, Colored Mic Screens, several new cables, and an entire line of 1/8″ and mobile type cables. We also have launched several new stands to accomodate iPhones, iPads, and other tablet and mobile devices. These can be found on our website www.seismicaudiospeakers.com. First, we would like to introduce you to a couple of the new items!
 The SA-Rift_46G
If you are looking for big cabinet sound in a small cabinet, look no further! You have found it! This cabinet gives you BIG sound in a small package! The Rift 46G cabinet delivers the sound usually associated with a much larger cabinet, without the weight of a 412 guitar or 410 bass rig. This cabinet is perfect for practicing, small gigs, and recording purposes. Here is the kicker….The Rift 46G can be used as a bass cab as well! That is right! We said it and put it in print! The Rift 46G is awesome for low volume applications as well. It delivers for both! Equipped With four Quake 6” speakers, the SA-Rift_46G can hang with bass cabs much larger while still giving you plenty of full range articulation and attack. At 250 Watts RMS, its smaller profile makes it an excellent cab for the gigging musician who doesn’t have the room for a bigger cab but doesn’t want to sacrifice their sound for the real estate.  SOAR-16x8x100-400 Snake Cables on a Reel are designed to make life a little easier in any venue. This snake is road ready with 22 gauge wires and ready for everyday gigs. Reels make tear down and set up a lot smoother and faster when going from gig to gig or club to club. XLR Connectors on the returns make this snake cable fit right in with professional power amps and mixing consoles without the need for converters or couplers. Performance and convenience all rolled into one! OTHER SEISMIC NEWS There are many new and exciting things happening at SA! We are about ready to launch a new SA Rewards Program. This will essentially allow you to accumulate points for the products you purchase from SA! You will be able to accumulate these points and redeem them for the product of your choosing. We will have more info on this as we get closer to the launch date! Later this month, we will be launching a new line of Guitar Speakers! These will be called the Bedrock Series. We are rather excited and proud of these speakers. We are of the opinion that they sound as good if not better than the World Class speakers that musicians covet. Until next time, remember to visit our website and take advantage of the Coupon Codes we have going right now! Just another opportunity to save even more money! As always, we value your patronage and your feedback! Rock On!
Monday, May 14, 2012
Our Aftershock 18 is a very versatile piece of Pro Audio gear! We take calls everyday from customers wanting to know what is the best way to connect this subwoofer to their existing gear. The Aftershock 18 Powered Subwoofer is unique in its ability to power other passive speakers as well as act alone if you are only wanting to utilize the sub functionality of it. Here is a quick “how to” on how to connect your Aftershock 18: The first thing you are going to need to do is plug it into a power source! Haha! If you are running active or powered tops, such as our PWS series, and only want to use the sub functionality of the Aftershock 18, what you will need to do is come out of your mixer into the powered tops. Using a standard XLR cable, you should then come out of your powered tops into the #4 output on the back of the Aftershock. This will allow you to utitlize only the sub function of the Aftershock and beat the house down with bass! The Aftershock also has a satellite function on it to power other passive speakers. To utilize this satellite function, you should come out of your mixer to the #3 input on the back of the Aftershock. The only thing you have to do from here is connect your passive tops to the satellite output using Speakon cables. Now you are powering your tops from your Aftershock! Tech Note! – You should never exceed 130 on your tone controls, ever! Also, always be aware of your clip light situation. Avoid clipping at all costs by controlling your low pass filter and volume control functions. This is just a quick how to on connecting your Aftershock 18. As always, if you are not sure or have any questions, please give the Seismic Audio Tech Department a call at 901-363-6030. We will be happy to assist you in any way.
Friday, April 20, 2012
Can and how do I daisy chain these speakers together? It is a question we get more times than you would think! Here is a quick guide for connecting PASSIVE speakers together. Most Seismic Audio Speaker Cabinets have two jacks on them. One jack is used for connecting the speaker to the amplifier and the other can be used to connect a second speaker off of the first. This process is commonly referred to as “daisy-chaining”. Simply taking one cable and connecting your passive speaker(SA-15T) to the amp, then taking another cable to power your second passive speaker(SA-15T). When you daisy chain speakers, this is what happens: If you connect two 8 ohm cabinets together, it cuts the ohm load in half. Therefore, two 8 ohm cabinets hooked together will give you a 4 ohm load. If you connect four 8 ohm cabinets together, it will result in a total of a 2 ohm load. Please NOTE that it is not recommended to daisy chain two cabinets with different ohm loads. EXAMPLE: Do not connect a 4 ohm cabinet with an 8 ohm cabinet. It will result in an uneven power distribution between the two cabinets. Be sure to check the minimum impedance rating of your amplifier before daisy chaining your speakers. Dropping below the recommended ohm load on your amplifier can result in a lot of damage to the amp and or the speakers. This is a simple guide to daisy chaining your PASSIVE speakers. As always, if you have any questions concerning the correct configuration of your system, please call the Seismic Audio Techs and we will be happy to talk you through it!
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
The new year brings a whole range of ways to connect your audio gear. (2 Pack) Right Angle 1/8″ to XLR Male Adapter Patch Cable: Perfect audio cables for when you want to connect the stereo output of your MP3 player or iPod to a single XLR line input on a mixing console. 24k Banana Connectors/Adapters – Pack of 2: Get crystal-clear sound from connectors at a price even the struggling musician can afford. Right Angle 1/8″ to Dual Male RCA Patch Cable: Audio cables designed to connect your iPod (or other music-paying device) to a hi-fi receiver.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
When you transport your audio speakers and equipment regularly, things are bound to get damaged, lost, or require replacement parts. Here at Seismic Audio you will find a great selection of audio speakers and equipment at prices you will love as well as rack cases affixed with wheels to help with mobility. You can expect affordability here at Seismic Audio. When your audio equipment gets exposed to the elements, suffers ware and tear or gets misplaced, knowing you didn’t spend an arm and a leg will be the very best part. Shop Seismic Audio for the very best deal on great quality Audio equipment and PA Speakers. We offer more than just speakers, we sell rack cases, subwoofers, amps, monitors, snake cables, patch cables, stands and so much more. Get quality for less at Seismic Audio Speakers. When you spend less, you can worry less while transporting your speakers and audio equipment.
Friday, July 08, 2011
We believe that great sounding audio equipment shouldn’t be limited to the amount of money in your wallet. Only at Seismic Audio will you find high level quality PA speakers at low cost affordable prices. We’ve cut costs by eliminating the middle man and keeping our prices below our brand name competitors. Now you can start the band you’ve always wanted or get into the DJ business without going broke. Shop our wide selection of speakers, floor monitors, amps, cables and stands. Affordable audio is sometimes necessary such as in places of worship or for schools, Seismic Audio is here to assure you that our great sounding audio equipment won’t ever be overpriced. Shop Seismic Audio Speakers today for audio equipment so affordable you’ll be in disbelief.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Get a band together this summer and play for less with help from Seismic Audio Speakers. We encourage any practicing or first time musicians to have the most fun they can with their musical abilities and start a live band. Here at Seismic Audio you’ll find everything you need, from PA speakers to microphones and stands. Get creative and perfect your art in a collaboration with other up and coming musicians. Joining a band for the summer is great way to have fun, practice your skills and learn to work with others. We have a wide selection of audio cables, snake cables, patch cables, monitors, amplifiers, you name it! With prices that can’t be beat anywhere else, you’ll be coming to Seismic Audio for everything audio. Shop Seismic Audio today and start the band you’ve always wanted to form.
Thursday, June 09, 2011
Weddings are a once in a lifetime special event so ensure your wedding clientele stays happy and dancing with the very best DJ speakers from Seismic Audio. Shop DJ speakers ranging in sizes from 8″ to 15″, as well as accessories and cables. Once you choose our amazing quality DJ speakers to assist you on the job, all you’ll need to provide is the perfect play list. Seismic Audio offers a great selection of DJ speakers, Dual DJ Speakers, Molded DJ Speakers and Powered DJ speakers. The great sound our speakers put out is loud enough to be heard at the largest of weddings and so crystal clear, everyone is sure to feel the music! Improve your existing DJ audio equipment or buy your first equipment here at Seismic Audio Speakers. Bring extra fun and everyone’s favorite music to weddings with DJ equipment from Seismic Audio and we guarantee you’ll get booked again and again when you play the wedding song list using speakers from Seismic.
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Speakon to 1/4″ Speaker Cable 25′
