Gepco to Unveil New X-Band Analog Audio Cable
at AES 2002

LOS ANGELES, October 5, 2002 - At AES 2002, Gepco International will be showing a prototype of its X-Band analog audio cable. Scheduled for availability in both single- and multi-pair versions later this fall, the X-Band is an ultra-flexible, sonically transparent, low-noise, and durable balanced audio cable for use in critical recording studio facilities or live sound venues.

The X-band series of analog audio cables features a no-compromise design for the ultimate in sonic purity and noise rejection. The unique construction of the X-Band series makes it extremely flexible, flaccid, and will not retain kinks and bends when flexed, while still maintaining ease of termination.

Key features of the X-Band Series include:

Conductors:         Finely Stranded 24awg Copper         99.999% Oxygen-Free         Tightly Twisted for Superior Balancing and Noise Rejection

Dielectric/Insulation:           Unique hard cell foam dielectric reduces high frequency absorption         Easy to cut and strip with minimal wick-back when soldering

Shield:         95% Copper Braid         Durable - shield will not open after repeated flexing         Excellent RF & EMI rejection  Quick ground termination with drain wire            and easy to trim braid

Jacket:         New G-Flex Ultra-flexible jacket compound         Pairs on multi-pair are color stripped and printed for easy ID and attractive            appearance

Gepco International, Inc., with headquarters in Des Plaines, IL, and a branch location in Burbank, CA, has been a leading provider of studio and broadcast audio and video cables for more than 20 years. The company also specializes in manufacturing custom cable assemblies, panels, patch bay harnesses and breakout boxes. In addition, Gepco stocks and distributes connectors, patchbays and other cable-related products. For more information about Gepco, visit our Company Profile.

X-Band Product Specifications (PDF Format)