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Hosa GPP290 1/4 Inch TRS to 1/4 Inch TS Adaptor
$4.95The GPP-290 adaptor is designed to adapt a stereo phone plug to a mono phone output. It applies mono equally to stereo left and right. The connectors are 1/4 inch TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) to 1/4 inch TS (tip-sleeve). ...h m s
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Hosa HGFP Pro Guitar Low Profile Patch Cable
$17.95 - $18.95The HGFP Pro guitar low profile cable is designed to interconnect electric guitar pedal effects. Low-profile, right-angle REAN connectors by Neutrik AG provide increased versatility in crowded pedalboards. ...h m s
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Hosa MIT129 Impedance Transformer 1/4 Inch TSF to XLR3M
$35.95This handy Impedance Transformer quickly converts an XLR input on your recorder or mixer to a ¼ inch TS connection for connecting your instrument. Not only does it convert 1/4 TS Female to XLR Male the Hosa MIT129 I...h m s
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Hosa DRA503 S/PDIF Coax RCA to RCA
$15.95 - $32.95Hosa's DRA-Series is an excellent cable for S/PDIF runs. The DRA-Series employs an excellent, flexible 75-Ohm coax (which would work great for video runs, too), terminated with Hosa's own, gold-plated RCA plugs with...h m s
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Hosa HDS-100 Stereo Headphones
$35.95The Hosa HDS-100 are supra-aural, closed design headphones designed to provide years of dependable service. High-quality components and world-class manufacturing combine to deliver products of exceptional value. Fea...h m s
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Hosa CMM-815 Unbalanced Patch Cables Mini TS to Same
$32.95 - $35.95The Hosa CMM815 cables are designed to interconnect pro audio gear with unbalanced mini phone jacks. They are ideal for use with modular synthesizers and sound modules. Hosa CMM-815 Unbalanced Patch Cables...h m s
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Hosa Unbalanced Interconnect 1/4" TS Cables
$9.95 - $17.95Connect pro audio gear with the Hosa 1/4 Inch Unbalanced Interconnect Cable ! This cable is ideal for use in a variety of professional and consumer applications where 1/4 inch TS phone jacks are needed. Oxygen-free...h m s
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Hosa HXMS-000 Series Pro Headphone Adaptor Cable
$29.95 - $42.95The HXMS-000 Series Pro Headphone Adaptor cable is designed to extend the reach of hard-wired headphones and adapt a mini stereo phone plug to a stereo phone jack. It may also be used as a stereo extension cable. ...h m s
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Hosa XVM-305M Microphone Cable Right-angle 3.5 mm TS to XLR3M
$17.95The XVM-305M cable is designed to connect an audio device with a mini mono phone output to an XLR input. It is ideal for connecting a wireless receiver to a mixing console or pro DV camera. Hosa XVM-305M Microph...h m s
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Hosa CYS-100 Y-Cable 1/4 TRS to Dual 1/4 TRS
$15.95 - $16.95The Hosa CYS-100 Y-cable is designed to duplicate a stereo signal. It may be used to connect a balanced phone output to two balanced phone inputs. Hosa CYS-100 Series Y-Cable Features Nickel-plat...h m s
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Hosa Stereo Breakout 3.5mm TRS to Dual XLR Male Cables
$29.95 - $32.95The Hosa CYZ403M 1/8 Inch TRS to Dual XLR Male Cable is designed to connect a digital audio player or similar device to pro audio gear. Use it to connect an iPod, laptop, or similar device to a mixing console. Jus...h m s
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Hosa CMM-105C Stereo Interconnect Cable 3.5 mm TRS to Same
$16.95The CMM-105C cable is designed to interconnect mobile devices with mini stereo phone jacks. It is ideal for connecting a portable media player, laptop, or similar device to the front aux input of a car stereo receiv...h m s
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The little things matter most when the gig is on the line. These answers cover the essentials that AMS customers ask about musical accessories.
What are the most overlooked musician accessories?
Cleaning kits, humidifiers, and ear protection. These keep your gear healthy and your hearing intact, and they’re all available at AMS.
Are metronomes still useful when apps exist?
Yes. Dedicated metronomes are louder, more reliable, and don’t drain your phone battery. AMS stocks digital and analog versions trusted by working musicians.
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Outfit your rig with musical instrument accessories that punch above their weight. American Musical Supply stocks the pieces pros count on, ships VERY fast, and lets you spread payments over time with 0% interest plans. Build a smoother, cleaner, more reliable setup today and keep the music moving.
