Cable Q&A

Regarding allegations of counterfeiting BELDEN products

We often receive inquiries from customers asking if their product is a fake, as some customers have written in Amazon reviews that counterfeit products are circulating.

We are an authorized Belden distributor, and we wholesale all Belden products from TOMOCA ELECTRIC. Please feel free to contact us directly to see if we have a business relationship.

In our opinion, we have been wholesaling BELDEN products for nearly three years and the font shape, size, texture, and subtle color and luster of the outer shell are all exquisitely different.

There were times when the inclusions inside and the hardness of the HOT coating also changed.

Additionally, the 8412 has something like silver powder sprinkled on it, and when asked about it, BELDEN replied that it is a "finishing powder."

It is quite a struggle to collect this powder, but when we come across a rod with less powder, we all celebrate having a hit.

As mentioned above, BELDEN products change frequently, so we suspect that there will be no end to suspicions that they are counterfeit. *We do not offer any guarantees.

I think the rumor started because Japanese-made cables have not changed for a long time and people are unsure about purchasing them online.

In fact, there have been no images of counterfeit BELDEN products circulating, and it would probably be expensive to make an exact replica of a BELDEN product.

However, if you are still unsure and want to be sure to get BELDEN products, you can ask TOMOCA to directly introduce you to a retailer.

About Microphonic Noise on MOGAMI 2534 Guitar Cable

　
The MOGAMI 2534 guitar cable is very popular, but because it was originally a line cable, it makes a rustling noise when you touch the cable or rub it against the floor.
　
This noise is a phenomenon called "microphonics" and is caused by static electricity that is generated when the cable is subjected to mechanical shock.
This becomes a problem when the input impedance is high.
　
Originally, the 2534 was manufactured for microphones of 600 Ohms or less, and was designed to alleviate this problem.
If you are using it with a high impedance circuit like an electric guitar pickup, it must be a guitar shielding cable with conductive PVC (black PVC over a conductor sheath) like the ones used in what we call "guitar cables" or "guitar shields" (such as 2524 and GS-6).
　
If you use a 2534 in such an electrical circuit, microphonic noise will be generated every time the cable is moved.
In terms of sound, since it has no noise-proofing measures (since there is no conductive PVC), it produces a wide range and dynamic sound, but it has the disadvantage of being vulnerable to noise.
However, the noise is not so loud that it would be audible when tuning up in a band, and I think it can be used without any problems if you use it in an ingenious way, such as for recording and then cutting out the noise later.
　
I think the 2534 is the only low-priced model that can produce sound of this quality, but if you do not see any benefit in the above, I would recommend avoiding purchasing it.
　
Between the guitar and the effects pedal, I use a single-core guitar cable made of conductive PVC, and I think the 2534 and 2549 guitar cables would also be interesting to use as patch cables, or between the effects pedal and the amp.
　
　
However, the BELDEN 8412 is a microphone cable, but it does not produce microphonic noise, perhaps due to the large number of inclusions or the ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber (EPDM) core wire coating, which makes it less susceptible to noise.
　
However, it is harder to handle than cables that use conductive PVC.
　
In the end, I guess they all have their pros and cons.
　
We hope you will refer to the above information and consider purchasing.
　

About IeGO power plug and power cable

For audio power cables, we use the IeGO power plug as standard.

This is a standard model that meets the standards of PSE and five other countries and is sold in those countries.
However, please refer to the following information, including the characteristics of audio plugs, when making your purchase.

① We were informed that during production, the screw was turned too hard and broke.

It is said that there is a tendency to over-tighten the screws during production.
The inside is made of copper, so its strength is limited.
When assembling, please be careful not to over-tighten the screws.
We will not compensate for any damage caused by parts that are made by hand. 2. We have received a message that the inlet does not go all the way in.

The PSE stipulates that there must be a gap of 2 to 3 mm for the inlet, so it is normal for there to be a gap.

②The inlet is too hard to insert, and there have been cases where the male side of the inlet has been damaged.

First of all, the reason why the inlet is hard is because it is designed to have a firm hold. Audio plugs are designed to have a firm hold in order to improve sound quality and to be resistant to vibration. If you are looking for ease of use, please avoid purchasing audio cables and plugs.

In addition, there is still no PSE law for the inlet male parts on the equipment side, and some of them seem to be slightly different in size.
Therefore, if you force it in there may be damage, so please check carefully before connecting.
Furthermore, even in expensive equipment, the male inlet parts used are often made with a cost price of less than 100 yen.
As equipment gets older, the strength of the parts decreases over time and this can cause damage, so please be sure to fully understand the precautions when using this product on old equipment before purchasing.