Detail 01
2 inch width
The general-purpose stage width. Wide enough to hold a cable bundle down, still tearable by hand.
Product detailSKU #1273887986752
American DJGaffers Tape - White 2 in.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 2-inch roll of white gaffers tape for marking, bundling and securing cable on stage. Standard consumable for anyone running lights or sound.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Spike marks and stage positions that need to read in low light
- Taping cable runs across floors and walkways
- Labeling road cases, channels and fixture positions
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Permanent mounting or structural holds
- Dark stages where you want the tape to disappear
- Anyone needing a clear or low-visibility option
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
White
High visibility. Good for spike marks and labels, but it shows against a black stage instead of hiding.
Detail 03
Gaffers tape, not duct tape
Cloth-backed with a matte face and a cleaner-removing adhesive. Duct tape leaves residue on floors and cable jackets.
Detail 04
Matte finish
Doesn't throw back light from fixtures or follow spots, so taped runs stay invisible under stage lighting.
Detail 05
Hand-tearable cloth
Tear strips off without a knife while you're mid-load-in, and tear lengthwise for narrow labels.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01One roll goes fast on a full load-in; most crews carry spares
- 02Clean, dry surfaces hold best; dusty floors let edges lift
- 03Pull tape up at the end of the night rather than leaving it overnight
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is gaffers tape the same as duct tape?
No. Gaffers tape has a matte cloth back and an adhesive made to come up cleanly. Duct tape is shiny and tends to leave residue behind.
02Will it damage a stage floor or cable jackets?
It's made to release cleanly from most surfaces. Leaving it down for long stretches, or heat, makes any tape harder to remove.
03Why white instead of black?
White reads in the dark, which is what you want for spike marks and labels. Black is the choice when you want the tape to disappear.
04Can I write on it?
Yes. The matte cloth surface takes marker well, which is why white rolls get used for labeling channels and cases.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
