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6.35mm TS (Instrument Cable)

The 6.35mm TS (Tip-Sleeve) mono connector is used for guitar, bass, and instrument cables. It carries an unbalanced high-impedance signal, making it susceptible to interference over long cable runs.

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// Specifications
Standard
IEC 60603-11
Diameter
6.35mm (1/4 inch)
Signal
Mono unbalanced, high impedance
Typical Load
1M ohm (guitar input impedance)
Use Case
Electric guitar, bass, keyboards to amplifier
Note
Not balanced, susceptible to hum over long runs
// Pin Reference Table
PinNameFunctionType
T Tip Instrument signal (hot) ADC
S Sleeve Ground / shield GND

The 6.35mm TS (Tip-Sleeve) mono connector is used for guitar, bass, and instrument cables. It carries an unbalanced high-impedance signal, making it susceptible to interference over long cable runs.