The Lava Blue Demon Instrument Cable Straight to Straight uses G&H Industries Ultra High Clarity Plugs - the conductor is soldered directly to the tip with silver solder to maximize signal flow a 99.9% pure copper low strand count conductor 23 pF/ft low capacitance and a 93% spiral shield for excellent RF rejection. This cable was designed for rugged stage use and to provide superior performance at a bargain price with better sonic characteristics and performance than all instrument cables in its class. Made in U.S.A.