Hi forum,
I want to ask if anybody knows anything about replacing the stock mini SMC socket for a 2,5 or 3,5mm mono jack. I am searching on the internet, but no topic on this or I’ve not found any. I want to replace it because the stock cable is damaged (bought it like that) under the SMC plug. So I want to replace it and make 3,5mm jacks on the end and in the future a balanced cable.
Thank you.
Joe
I’m not sure exactly why you would want to replace the mini SMC socket when it’s your cable that is damaged? You can find a replacement cable easily on amazon for around 20-25 bucks. If you’re looking to diy then ebay would be your best bet.
mini SMC jack: https://www.ebay.com/itm/MINI-SMC-female-jack-Straight-Crimp-LMR100-RG316-RG178-RG174-RF-Connector-adapte/150971141857?hash=item232694cee1:g:MT8AAOSwnntbmKzy&frcectupt=true
Sorry if I misunderstood your question.
Hi morasuru, the thing is, that the mini SMC connector is a pain in the ass and I want to replace it with a normal jack, as I don’t need to order everything from the ebay and wait a month to maybe arrive from China. My father, as a soldering master (LOL) and technician will help me with a new cable, maybe after buying an AUNE X7s a balanced one.
OK, so if nobody can help, then I will stick to 2,5mm panel sockets, as those are small enough to get in that tiny space. They are not gold plated, but I think it will not mater.
I would stick to 2.5mm since that’s what the newer gen’s use. So at least they’re designed with a similar fit in mind.
Thank you DMS. Just a question - do you think, that a socket like this https://www.svetsuciastok.sk/sk/konektory-1/audio-video-konektory/jack-konektory/jack-konektor-2-5mm/konektor-jack-2-5mm-mono-na-panel-samica.html would be OK? I wanted something better, but this is what I can order in Slovakia.
Thank you.