12 best chain cables for guitar effects
Chain cables play a crucial role in connecting multiple guitar effects pedals. These cables transmit the audio signal from one pedal to another, forming a signal chain. Maintaining a clean and efficient signal flow is essential for achieving optimal sound quality in your setup.
When it comes to chain cables for guitar effects, a few key considerations include:
Cable Quality: The quality of cables can significantly impact your tone. High-quality cables with good shielding help minimize signal loss and interference, preserving the integrity of your sound.
Length: The length of your cables depends on the layout of your pedalboard and the distance between your pedals. Shorter cables are generally preferred to reduce signal degradation.
Connectors: The type of connectors used in the cables matters. Ensure they are durable and provide a secure connection.Some common connector types include straight and angled plugs.
Low Capacitance: Cables with low capacitance are preferred as they help maintain high-frequency response and prevent signal degradation.
Patch Cables: Patch cables are short cables used to connect pedals on a pedalboard. They come in various lengths and are designed to keep the signal path tidy.
Power Cables: In addition to signal cables, power cables are essential for connecting your pedals to a power supply. Make sure to use the appropriate power cables and daisy-chain or isolated power supplies depending on your setup.
Customization: Some musicians prefer to customize their cables, either by making their own or purchasing custom cables to achieve specific lengths and configurations.
Remember that every element in your signal chain, including the cables, contributes to your overall tone. Experimenting with different cables and configurations can help you find the setup that suits your preferences and playing style.
Below you can find our editor's choice of the best chain cables for guitar effects on the marketProduct description
DESCRIPTION
1 to 3 chain cable to power 3 effects at the same time.
Made of high quality PVC wire, good durability.
High conductivity, wear-resistance, low weight and long service life.
A good accessory for your guitar.
Ideal to power a series of effect pedals
Specifications:
Wire material: PVC
Colour: Black
Cable length: about 90CM
Voltage: 9V
Current: 2000mA (Max)
Connector: 5.5mm diameter
1 to 3 guitar power cable can charge 3 effects simultaneously
Package Included
Package Contents:
1 x Power cable
- Wire material: PVC
- Colour: Black
- Cable length: about 90CM
- Voltage: 9V
- Current: 2000mA (Max)
- ✔ For Guitar Pedals - Our 5 way pedal power supply adapter for use with electric guitar multiple effect pedals. Package includes one 9v power adapter and 5 way daisy chain cord.
- ✔ Anti-Hum Splitter - High quality copper core daisy chain cable with special anti-hum. The professional noise isolation performance ensures you a quiet pedal chain condition while play.
- ✔ 5 WAY - 5 way power chain cables are specially designed for guitar players who want to power several pedals at the same time with only one adaptor or outlet from power supply.
- ✔ 9V ADAPTER - Fit for most 9V tip negative guitar effect pedals. Universal voltage 110V~240V,50/60Hz, 0.3A.
- ✔ GUARANTEE:If you have any problem after receive this item, please don't hesitate to contact us, we will try our best to resolve all issues,provide you with all after-sales service.
User questions & answers
Question: | Can this be used with a fender cyber foot pedal |
Answer: | If it has a 9 volt plug similar to pretty much every effect pedal I've ever seen then you should be good to go. I know some companies state to only use their proprietary plugs but I've found absolutely no difference or had any problems. |
Question: | Will this work on a dan electro d 1 fab distortion |
Answer: | Yes |
Question: | How much height does this power box take, including the raised piece, but not including the prongs |
Answer: | It’s actually not too high I don’t have and exact number but relatively good for the price |
Question: | So each outlet supply's 1,000 mv |
Answer: | No, the total output of the adapter is 1000mA. That means as you daisy chain pedals to the adapter you can’t exceed a combined total power draw over 1000mA. I currently have three pedals connected to my adapter and their combined power draw is 355mA so I still can add two more pedals as long as their combined power draw doesn’t exceed 645mA. I hope this helps. |
Product features
Pedal Power Supply Adapter 9V DC 1A Tip Negative 5 Way Daisy Chain Cables for Effect Pedal
- SONICAKE 9V DC daisy chain 5-plug power cable splits your 1-way power supply into 5 ways. Definitely a must-have for your pedal board. I mean, it's quite rare to see guitarist putting only 1 pedal onto their board. You need to split that power!
- The daisy chain cable is equipped with 24AWG oxygen-free copper inner core for pure power transmission, and noise isolation.
- The distance between each plug is up to 0.82 ft, which makes it easy and convenient to connect pedals on your board.
- The wire of the cable comes with a diameter of 3.5mm, sturdy enough. 5 right-angle plugs keep your connection orderly, making your board neat and tight
- Weight: 54.4g; Length: 5.24 ft; Color: black
User questions & answers
Question: | I just got this to day and did not come with the power plug. An i missing something |
Answer: | It is only for 5 way cable and no Power adapter. ;)) I advise you to check our group product: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JMQVQ6S?th=1 which contain 5 way cable + power adapter. |
Question: | Can i attach this to the end of my boss pcs 20a paralell d. i would like to add 3 more pedals to my board. i only use 4-5 pedals on at 1 time.. thanks |
Answer: | Yes you can. But make sure your power supply has enough mA to support all the pedals that will on at the same time. |
Question: | do you have to plug in 5 pedals |
Answer: | Nope |
- OUTPUT: 9V DC, 1A (1000mA), Tip Negative (-) design
- INPUT: AC100V-240V, 60Hz, 6.5W
- 5 way cable chain could power on 5 pedals at the same time
- Professional noise isolation performance
- Fit for most brands of guitar effect pedals
User questions & answers
Question: | Did anyone have trouble with this particular adapter? I plugged it in with my pedal (not all donner) and I get a buzz in the mains at church |
Answer: | The plug input on your drum machine will tell you the voltage needed, that will tell you which adapter to get. |
Question: | The donner tiny looper guitar effect pedal requires a 9v dc power supply that is "negative in the center". will this power supply work with that |
Answer: | I didn't notice that until you mentioned it. I bought it to replace a lost cord to a device labeled 9V AC. It works great for it. Unless both are somehow serendipitously mislabeled. I put my multitester on it. It reads 11.7V AC |
Question: | Will this supply power a tc electronic flashback x4? (300ma draw |
Answer: | Plug is labeled DC output but it outputs ac voltage. Made in China so... |
Question: | Does the daisy chain plugs come with plastic sleeving or tube to cover the un-used plugs (so the positive outer rings can't short to metal casings |
Answer: | It isn't mislabelled. Where MOST devices require 9 volts DC, SOME devices require 9 volts AC and this unit provides it. |
Product features
Donner DPA-1 Pedal Power Adapter
Product description
1 To 8 Daisy Chain Cable Guitar Effects Pedal Power Supply Splitter Cable
Features: 8 Ways Effects Pedal Power Harness Cable Daisy Chain Adaptor for the 9V adapters lets you connnect up to 8 pedals to the power supply.Splits 1 to 8 power outputs
Package inlcuded :
1pcs x 8 Ways Electrode Daisy Chain Cable For Guitar Pedal Effect Power Adapter
- 1 To 8 Daisy Chain Cable Guitar Effects Pedal Power Supply Splitter Cable
- 100% brand new and unused ,8 Ways Effects Pedal Power Harness Cable
- Adaptor for the 9V adapters lets you connnect up to 8 pedals to the power supply.
- 1-in, 8-out parallel DC cord,Save money on batteries
- Each S-8 power supply can power up to 8 pedals
User questions & answers
Question: | Does this work with one spots |
Answer: | Yes that's exactly what it's for. |
Question: | Does this work with boss pedals |
Answer: | Yes (to most). It works with any 9V DC pedal I have plugged in so far. I have even powered my Boss ME-50 along with about 5 other mini pedals for looping and modulation effects. |
Question: | can this be used with a 12v power supply |
Answer: | Should be able to. Just be sure not to plug it into any 9V Pedals |
Question: | What the length between each plug |
Answer: | ~ 15 in. |
- UTPUT: 9V, 1A (1000mA), negative center, 5.5x2.1 plug
- INPUT: Universal voltage AC110V~240V
- 3 way cable chain could power on 3 pedals at the same time,with 3 pcs insulated caps
- Professional noise isolation performance
- Fit for most brands of guitar effect pedals
User questions & answers
Question: | Will this power a Nano looper pedal |
Answer: | Factory box. Well protected. |
Question: | Does this power up donner pedals |
Answer: | Yes. These speakers have the Bluetooth function. |
Question: | Will this work with 2 pedals if I only have |
Answer: | One speaker |
Question: | I have a boss sd-1 and crybaby gcb-95. will this work |
Answer: | 5.5*2.1*10mm |
Product features
9V 1A Power Adapter:
- Positive-Sleeve, Negative-Center
- Designed specifically for powering multiple effect pedals,
- fit for many pedals : Boss, Digitech, DOD, Dunlop, Electro-Harmonix, Caline,KOKKO, Donner, Behringer, Ibanez, Zoom, EBS, Guyatone, BIYANG, JOYO, MOOER, AROMA ,etc.
9V 1A Power Adapter
- Input: AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
- Output: DC 9V 1A
- DC Plus Dimension: 5.5mm * 2.1mm
- Lengh:115cm/45.27in
- Power Supply Size: 7.5cm x 2.8cm x4cm
3 Way Daisy Chain Cable:
- 3 way power cable adapter for use with eletric guitar mutiple effect pedals
- High quality daisy chain with special anti-hum
- 1-in, 3-out parallel DC cord, power supply DC cable
- Length between 2 plugs 29cm
3 Way Power Cable:
- Input DC 5.5mm x 2.1mm power socket
- Output DC 5.5mm x 2.1mm power Jack
Product description
Guitar effects pedal power supply Combo Packare CE/RoHS certified.
NOTE: Pedals in the pictures NOT INCLUDED!
Description:
8 Way Cable Power Adapter Supply allows connection up to eight pedals to one power supply.
An 9v power supply with five separate outlets to powers five effects pedals with ease.
Effect Pedal Power Adapter Supply:
9V Power Adapter delivers reliable 1000mA max current.
Guitar pedal supplies With the ability to up 1A, it can power your entire pedal board Input Voltage is 100~240V.
Reliable power supply, simple and effective, just plug it in, with no buzz or hum noises.
Tip negative(-) design.
Cable Length: 47"" / 120cm
8 Way Daisy Chain Cables:
Right-angle plugs. Effectively keep your pedal board in order.
Specially designed for guitar players who want to power few pedals at the same time with only one adapter or one outlet from the power supply.
Including a common mode filter to reduce noise which will reduce high frequency radiation and the noise effective.The professional noise isolation performance ensures you a quiet pedal chain condition while you play.
Package included:
1 x 9V Power Adapter
1 x 8 way Daisy Chain
2 x Reversed polarity cables
2 x Battery clip cables
Adaptor Standard: US
- 【Output】Pedal Power Supply Adapter: DC 9V 1000mA. Input: AC 100V-240V 50/60Hz. Tip negative(-) design.
- 【8 Way】Daisy chain power supply comes with 8 way Daisy chain cables, you could power on 8 pedals at the same time. this pedal cables power can supply power for a whole pedal board.
- 【Noise Isolation】Our 9v daisy chain have professional noise isolation performance, including a common mode filter to reduce noise.
- 【Quality Material】Guitar pedal power supply Made of high quality material, good durability+High conductivity+wear-resistance+long service life.Right-angle plugs for orderly place saving. Fit for most brands of guitar effect pedals.
- 【Package included】1 pcs 9V power adapter; 1 pcs 8way Daisy chain; 2 pcs reversed polarity cables adn 2 pcs battery clip cables.Not include pedals in the pictures.
User questions & answers
Question: | How many miliamps |
Answer: | yes negative tip= center it will run any boss 9v dc pedal |
Question: | Will this work on boss ve |
Answer: | It can do 1000mA max. I am powering a TC Flashback x4 and a TC Vortex, works great. |
Question: | I tried on boss RC-3, but it's not working, is that compatible |
Answer: | You can get this product on AMZ [Dorman Help! 47397 V-Cap Assort.Colored] for $2.62 ... the blue colored caps fit the small plugs just right. |
Question: | Will this work with rowin noise gate pedal |
Answer: | Definitly yes |
Product description
LEKATO 6 way power cable adapter for use with electric guitar multiple effect pedals. High quality daisy chain with special anti-hum.
Power chain DC cables specially designed for guitar players who want to power few pedals at the same time. It's convenient for you to use different groups of effects.
Power Supply Adapt Feature
♦ This power adapter suppl is fit for most brands of guitar effect pedals.
♦ Professional noise isolation performance.
♦ 6 way cable chain could power on 6 pedals at the same time.
♦ Power cable length is about 59 inches,so you'll have enough flexibility to move your stuff around.
Pedal Power Adapter Specification
♦ Input: AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
♦ Output: DC 9V DC 1500mA Tip Negative (-) design.
♦ Weight: 160g / 5.64 ounces
Package Included
♦ 1 x Power Adaptor
♦ 1 x 1 to 6 Ways Daisy Chain
- 💥【Compatibility Range 】The effect pedal power supply fit for most brand of 9V tip negative guitar affect pedals, The input is AC 100V-240V, 50-60HZ and output is 9V DC 1500mA tip negative(-) design. Fit for most brand of guitar affect pedals.
- 💥【6 Way Power Adapter】Our 6 way pedal power supply could power on 6 pedals at the same time. 6 way power chain cables are specially designed for guitar players who want to power several pedals at the same time with only one adaptor or outlet from power supply.
- 💥【 The Suppression for Noise 】The daisy chain Cables of 6 way has professional noise isolation performance.Noise isolation effect is well, the filter in the output cable which will reduce high frequency radiation and the noise effective, keep the power supply is quiet.
- 💥【Fit for Multiple Pedals】The effect pedal power supply is capable of powering any pedals including those with digital circuitry.Compatible with DigiTech, TC Electronic Ditto, BOSS, Behringer, Zoom etc effects pedal and looper. It is the perfect addition to your pedal board.
- 💥【Quality Assurance】Strictly tested before shipment, which covers any quality and performance issues. Any question, please feel free to contact us by email.
User questions & answers
Question: | Is it the same as donner one |
Answer: | It have 6 way cable chain could power on 6 pedals at the same time, and the current is 1500mA, can reduce the noise. |
Question: | Does this adaptor work with mooer pedals |
Answer: | yes, works with my mooer pedal . |
Question: | How long is the cord before the daisy chain starts |
Answer: | The power cable length is about 59 inches. |
- ♪ Our 3 ways daisy chain cable is a specialty cable to connect effect pedals to power supply adapter. Can power 1 to 3 pedals at the same time.
- ♪ Material: Made of high quality copper inner core and PVC plastics. High conductivity, wear-resistance, low weight and long service life.
- ♪ The length between plugs is about 11.4 inches, which is long enough to provide power to pedals organized in various ways on a pedal board or the ground. Helps tidy things up, and less wires hanging around.
- ♪ Splitter Cable with diameter of 3.5mm, which is pretty thick. The connector holds the plug from the supply precisely and firmly, and the plugs fit in the different effects perfectly.
- ♪ Warm Tips: Our daisy chain cable is universal. Just please make sure your power supply adapter has enough voltage and electric current to support all the pedals that will on at the same time.
User questions & answers
Question: | Can this work with 1 spot Truetone 9v adapter |
Answer: | absolutely |
Question: | Will the first two connectors still work if I cut off the third one |
Answer: | Yes just plug in your 2 pedals and tuck the rest of the wires away outta sight till you accumulate more pedals.... |
Question: | This might seem like a strange question, but exactly how long are the barrels (in mm |
Answer: | Yes it should be no problem whatsoever. Every pedal I have requires a 9 VDC power source like this one and this one should have plenty of gusto at 1000 mA of output to power both pedals and even a third one if you want. Just look on your pedals it should list what the voltage requirement is and the current draw normally listed in milliamps for pedals (i.e. the crybaby should draw less than 200 milliamp). Add up the current requirement listed on the pedals and as long as it is under 1000 milliamps you are okay to power both pedals with this power supply. It's not going to be a problem. So far this power supply is working great for me with no issues. |
Question: | Will this work out of a voodoo labs x4? I have 6 pedals and the power supply has only 4 9V outputs |
Answer: | Could be a ground issue in the church's electrical wiring. I didn't get a buzz when I used mine |
Product features
Feature
- Use one power adapter hooks up to this splitter cable, then you can run one power supply with multiple effect pedals.
- This is nice to have for DIY pedalboard, eliminated a bunch of cables and chargers.
Specifications
- Material: high quality PVC & copper inner core
- Length of each plug: 11.4 inches / 29 cm
- Diameter of cable: 3.5 mm
- Color: Black
- Package Includes: 1 x 3 Ways Power Cable
Product description
Name:Guitar pedal adapter Place of Origin:Guangdong, China Use:Guitar pedal Type:power supply adapter Plug standard:US ripple:<30MV The output voltage:DC 9V Output current:1A(1000MA) Input voltage:AC100-240V 50/60HZ DC head size:5.5x2.1MM power:12W colour:black Cable length:1.2M weight:155g Single package size: 8X7X10cm Power polarity:Outside positive, inside negative Protective function:Short circuit/over current/overload/over voltage Product Features This is a professional guitar effect pedal adapter, Outside positive, after negative, after professional engineer circuit and noise reduction design, multiple noise filtering, ripple up to <30MV, Output a quieter sound,distribution 5 Way Daisy Chain, You can run 5 pedals On your pedal board at The same time Noise Reduction Circuit Board CLC advanced filter components Filter the positive and negative current noise of the power supply again Magnet Ring The magnet ring can Reduce the noise dusturtabce.The professional noise isolation performance ensures you a quiet pedal chain condition while you play.absolutely no loss of sound/signal. Smooth sailing and happy shredding! 5 Way Daisy Chain You can run 5 pedals on your pedal board at the same time. you will have no trouble with the sound. It's convenient for you to use different groups of effects. Package Lncluded 1 x 9V Power Adapter 1 x 5 way Daisy Chain
- This is a professional guitar effect pedal adapter, Outside positive, after negative, after professional engineer circuit and noise reduction design, multiple noise filtering, ripple up to <30MV, Output a quieter sound
- You can run 5 pedals on your pedal board at the same time. you will have no trouble with the sound.
- OUTPUT: 9V DC, 1A (1000mA), Tip Negative (-) design
- The professional noise isolation performance ensures you a quiet pedal chain condition while you play.absolutely no loss of sound/signal. Smooth sailing and happy shredding!
- Fit for most brands of guitar effect pedal
Product description
8-Head Multi-Plug Daisy-Chain Cable for Guitar Pedal Power Adapters
Power up to eight guitar effects pedals with only a single AC adapter using this 8-Head Multi-Plug Daisy-Chain Power Cable from Monoprice!
This adapter is designed to work with the Monoprice guitar effects pedals, the Monoprice 9V AC power adapter, the Monoprice 18V AC power adapter, and all standard guitar effects pedals and power supplies on the market.
It features a single female DC connector on one end and eight male DC connectors at intervals of about 13.5". It uses the standard 5.5mm barrel and 2.1mm pin diameters used by all standard pedals and pedal power adapters. The total cable length is about 122".
- 8-Head Multi-Plug Daisy-Chain Cable for Guitar Pedal Power Adapters
User questions & answers
Question: | Will this cable work with a voodoo lab pedal power 2 plus |
Answer: | Yes. The main concern is to not exceed the current rating (either 100mA or 250mA) of the outlet you are using with all pedals on the daisy chain. This is possible with drive pedals, some of which only use 6mA etc., but may be a problem with time based pedals which may use >100mA each. The second, and also important, concern is that some pedals do NOT like to be daisy chained with other pedals. I have found this to often be the case with EHX pedals. Often digital pedals will introduce or produce noise when daisy chained with analog pedals. Nothing wrong with the pedals or the power supply--that's just the way it is. If you already know this, sorry for being long winded. There are a bunch of things to consider--it's not just will the plugs fit in the holes. But you can find specifics on the interwebs, and then you just need to experiment with what you're trying to put together. |
Product description
Power Supply Adapt Feature
♦ This power adapter suppl is fit for most brands of guitar effect pedals,can also be used to power tip negative keyboards.
♦ 9v power adapter with a powerful output of up to 1000mA,it can power your entire pedal board.
♦ Power supply is quiet,the filter in the output cable which will reduce high frequency radiation and the noise effective.
♦ Power cable length is about 47 inches,so you'll have enough flexibility to move your stuff around.
♦ 8 way cable chain could power on 8 pedals at the same time.
♦ Professional noise isolation performance,Tip Negative (-) design.
Compatibility
🎸 Compatible with most 9V tip negative effects pedals, brand such as:
Akai, Aphex, Arion, Austone, Boss, Barber, Behringer, Carl Martin, Digitech, DOD, Dunlop, EBS, Electro-Harmonix, Guyatone, Harman, Ibanez, Jacques, Caline, Line 6, Marshall, Maxon, Moogerfooger, Mooer, Morley, MXR, Nobels, RAT, Rocktron, T-Rex, TC electronic, Voodoo Lab, Zoom, Zvex.
Pedal Power Adapter Specification
♦ Input: AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz ,6.5W
♦ Output: DC 9V 1A DC
♦ Weight: 180g / 5.3 ounces
Package Included
♦ 1 x Power adaptor
♦ 1 x 1 to 8 ways daisy chain
♦ 2 x Reversed polarity cables
♦ 2 x Battery clip cables
- ♪ One Power Source for 8 Pedals: Our effect pedal power supply adapter with 8 way power chain cable, fit for most 9V tip negative guitar pedals and other manufacturers electronics. Output: 9V DC 1A (1000mA). Input: AC100V-240V, 60Hz, 6.5W.
- ♪ Anti-hum Design: High quality magnet ring and copper core daisy chain cable with special anti-hum function. The professional noise isolation performance ensures you a quiet operation in your effect chain.
- ♪ Compatible with Pedals of Brand Below: Akai, Aphex, Arion, Austone, Boss, Barber, Behringer, Carl Martin, Digitech, DOD, Dunlop, EBS, Electro-Harmonix, Guyatone, Harman, Ibanez, Jacques, Caline, Line 6, Marshall, Maxon, Moogerfooger, Mooer, Morley, MXR, Nobels, RAT, Rocktron, T-Rex, TC electronic, Voodoo Lab, Zoom, Zvex.
- ♪ Package Included: 1 x pedal power supply adapter, 1 x 8 way daisy chain cable, 2 x reversed polarity cables, 2 x battery clip cables. 🎁Ideal gifts for your children, friends, families or lovers who is a music enthusiast!
- ♪ 100% Quality Guarantee: Strictly tested before shipment. 1 year money back guarantee, which covers any quality and performance issues. Any question, please feel free to contact us by email.
User questions & answers
Question: | Is this item compatable with the boss gt-18 bass effects processor |
Answer: | The power supply is suitable only forthe models specified on the item listing. |
Question: | el titulo de la publicacion dice 5 salidas ........ y en la descripcion menciona 8 .... ¿cual es lo real |
Answer: | I don't know, it worked on my Zoom 5 and several other pedals I have I think its probably fairly standard. |
Question: | I ordered it and plugged in. There is a bit of noise added to my signal now. Anyone else have this issue |
Answer: | It will but will add a loud humming noise. I can't use this power supply for any pedals or audio since it is very noisy. I posted a bad review of the product and the company offered to refund my purchase price if I removed the review. |
Product features
8 Way Daisy Chain
You can run 8 pedals on your pedal board at the same time. You will have no trouble with the sound. It's convenient for you to use different groups of effects, eliminate the need to change batteries.
Anti-Hum Design
High quality magnet ring with special anti-hum function. The professional noise isolation performance ensures you a quiet pedal chain condition while you play.
Package Included
1 x Pedal Power Supply adaptor
1 x 1 to 8 ways daisy chain
2 x Reversed polarity cables
2 x Battery clip cables
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