Detail 01
20 ft length
Real freedom to move. Also more cable to coil, tangle and step on, and slightly more high-end loss than a short run.
Product detailSKU #1274034478525
D'AddarioClassic Instrument Cable Straight-Straight 20 ft.
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
20 ft straight instrument cable at a plain-cable price. For players who need reach from guitar to amp and don't need extra features.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Standing several steps from your amp or pedalboard
- Rehearsal spaces where the amp sits across the room
- A spare cable to keep in the case as backup
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Pedalboard patching, where 20 feet is far too much slack
- Players who want a mute switch for swapping guitars live
- Guitars with recessed side jacks that favor right-angle plugs
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
Straight plugs both ends
Best for top-mounted jacks like a Les Paul. On side jacks, the plug sticks straight out and can catch.
Detail 03
1/4 inch instrument connectors
Standard guitar, bass and pedal connection. Not rated for amp head to speaker cabinet use.
Detail 04
No mute switch
Unplugging while the amp is up will pop. Turn the amp volume down before disconnecting.
Detail 05
Under $30
Basic build at this length. Fine for practice and rehearsal, less rugged than road-focused cables.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Instrument cable only. Never use it as a speaker cable
- 02Coil it over-under, not around your elbow, to avoid twisting the conductor
- 03Straight plug puts leverage on side-mounted jacks. Leave a little slack
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 20 feet too long for home use?
It works, but you'll have slack to manage. If your amp is within a few steps, a 10 foot cable is easier to keep tidy.
02Does a longer cable affect my tone?
Longer runs add capacitance, which can slightly soften the top end. At 20 feet the effect is subtle with most passive pickups.
03Can I use this with a bass?
Yes. It's a standard 1/4 inch instrument cable and works with bass, guitar, keyboards and pedals.
04What's the difference between this and the Circuit Breaker cable?
This one has no mute switch and comes in a longer length. The Circuit Breaker adds a switch that silences the signal before you unplug.
Reference
Full specifications
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1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
