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Guitarists and bassists who want a strong signal and enhanced frequency response prefer 18 gauge instrument cables and it's easy to understand why when you see the models available in this section. To put it simply, the 18 gauge instrument cables that sit before you are designed by the world's leading patch cord manufacturers, including Lava and Evidence Audio. Make no mistake, these instrument cables are clearly made for professional musicians who take their live and studio performance seriously.
So which 18 gauge instrument cable is right for you? Honestly, you could start your search with any one of the cables on this page and be impressed by what you see. But for the sake of kicking things off, we'll suggest checking out the Lava Ultramatic Instrument Cable Straight to Straight. A best seller, this cable is available in lengths of 10, 12 and 15 feet. It boasts a large outer diameter for enhanced durability, an 18 AWG CDA102 (highest purity) silver-plated low strand count copper conductor and 97% silver-plated copper shielding. From its stylish purple jacket to its smooth-running signal flow, you'll be amazed by how much the Ultramatic will improve your tone.
Now for all you rockers who use effects pedals, you might want to consider grabbing a straight-to-right angle instrument cable. Need a recommendation? Check out the Evidence Audio The Forte Instrument 10 Ft. This cable features high-purity copper for an open and extended midrange, IGL-ECS conductors to reduce the effects of strand interaction and 18 AWG conductors for a killer punch. There's also a straight-to-right angle version of the aforementioned Lava Ultramatic instrument cable, so feel free to have a look around whenever you're ready!
It's probably obvious to you by now that you're definitely in the right place for a new 18 gauge instrument cable, so the ball is in your court. Rest assured, you'll never have to worry about losing the connection between your instrument and amplifier when you're linked with one of the pro-level cables that are in this catalog.