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D'Addario Accessories Midi Cable - Shielded for Noise Reduction - Great for Phantom Power - Gold Plated Plug - 5 Feet/1.52 Meters - 1 Pack
Planet Waves

Planet Waves D'Addario Accessories Midi Cable

Bottom line: The Planet Waves D'Addario Accessories Midi Cable: 24k gold-plated 5-pin plugs resist corrosion on gear you re-patch often; main trade-off: 5 ft only - too short for across-the-room or floor-to-rack routing.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 24k gold-plated 5-pin plugs resist corrosion on gear you re-patch often
  • ✓ Double-shielded with 100% coverage for error-free MIDI data transmission
  • ✓ Overmolded connectors add strain relief at the plug, the usual failure point
  • ✓ 5 ft / 1.52 m suits rack and desktop synth runs without slack piles

Cons

  • ✗ 5 ft only - too short for across-the-room or floor-to-rack routing
  • ✗ Single cable per pack; multi-synth rigs need several orders
  • ✗ Molded plugs cannot be re-terminated if a pin bends
  • ✗ Still branded Planet Waves on some listings, which confuses D'Addario searches

Manufacturer description

Product DescriptionFeatures:- Exclusive Planet Waves overmolded connectors provide extra protection with unmatched strain relief.- Premium-quality, double-shielded cable ensures error free data transmission.From the ManufacturerPlanet Waves 5-foot Midi cables feature five pins and gold-plated plugs for superior data transfer. Exclusive Planet Waves overmolded connectors provide extra protection with unmatched strain relief.Planet Waves Midi cables provide maximum durability and worry-free reliability. Two layers of shielding provide 100% coverage for superior insulation and noise rejection…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Planet Waves D'Addario Accessories Midi Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the audio & midi category. Planet Waves's audio & midi lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for audio & midi of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • GOLD PLATED - 24k gold-plated plugs provide superior signal flow and corrosion resistance
  • SHIELDED - Shielding provides noise rejection for quiet operation
  • MOLDED PLUGS - Molded plugs offer protection and strain relief
  • RELIABLE - D'Addario makes high quality cables that offer durability and very reliable
  • D’ADDARIO ACCESSORIES - For over 20 years, D’Addario Accessories (formerly Planet Waves) has been leading the industry in innovative and problem-solving products that serve musicians worldwide. D’Addario Accessories are proudly made in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to the most stringent quality controls in the industry.

Full Specifications

BrandPlanet Waves
Color5 ft.
ModelPW-MD-05
Cable TypeMidi
Item ShapeStraight-to-straight
Model NamePW-MD
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length5 Feet
Part NumberPW-MD-05
Connector TypeMidi
Number of Pins5
Outer Materialleather
Number of Items1
Special FeatureShielded
Connector GenderMale-to-Female
Compatible DevicesMusical Instrument
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor
Customer Package TypeStandard Packaging
Compatible Phone ModelsNo Compatible Phone Models
Connectivity TechnologyGold Plated
Full listing titleD'Addario Accessories Midi Cable - Shielded for Noise Reduction - Great for Phantom Power - Gold Plated Plug - 5 Feet/1.52 Meters - 1 Pack

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