The Beatles27
16 posts
Nov 05, 2011
10:05 PM
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I have a 2 year old Shure Green Bullet, and I want to convert it to a screw on. The cable keeps coming out, and I think it's just better if I had one with a detachable cable. I am assuming this is the kind of attachment I'd need to use, but I cannot find any instructions on how to add the screw on. Is there a website that has instructions?
http://angela.com/microphoneconnectorswitchcraftoldstylescrew-on.aspx
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The Beatles27
17 posts
Nov 05, 2011
10:08 PM
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An alternative would be to somehow convert it to take 1/4 " guitar cable because my main instrument guitar, that would probably be better.
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rharley5652
595 posts
Nov 05, 2011
11:56 PM
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Beatle ,.. what you need is a Switchcraft 2501MP An the 332a adapter to use your guitar 1/4" cable ,.
e-me (see profile)
I can hook up your mic or can help you do it ,without any machining,.
Yes ,you could use the 2501 female end that you listed but you'll need the 2501MP to make that install work.
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Last Edited by on Nov 05, 2011 11:59 PM
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Greg Heumann
1329 posts
Nov 06, 2011
8:02 AM
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My advice - let a pro do it. But here's how:
1) Enlarge the cable exit hole to the proper size for tapping. You'll need a "Q" size drill bit. Be EXTREMELY careful when drilling. This shell is cast zinc - almost as soft as lead - and it will grab the grill bit quicker than you can blink. That can lead to the shell spinning out of whatever is holding it (how will you hold it?) and damaging it.
2) Tap the hole - you'll need a 3/8"-32 thread tap. It is tricky to get the tap to start and stay perfectly straight - if you don't the connector will seat at an angle. Looks bad.
3) Unless you want the knurled portion of the 2501MP to show above the threads, turn them off to below thread level- a lathe is best for this job. Don't go too far though or you will weaken the connector.
4) Now install the connector. You'll need a way to hold the connector safely by its threads to get it tight enough without screwing up the threads. I use a collet chuck for this.
5) The ground connection is the shell itself (to which the ground of the connector is now threaded) so you'll need to drill and tap a hole inside the shell to create a ground lug mounting spot. Don't drill too far and run the hole through the shell. I use a 4-40 screw for this, so you'll need a #43 drill bit.
6) reconnect the element, re-install the grill (don't cross-thread those grill screws- very easy to do)
SO - not difficult but a little practice helps - and you need to have the right tools. I do the job for $35 - less than the drill and taps you'll need if you don't have them already.
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/Greg
Last Edited by on Nov 06, 2011 8:03 AM
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Kingley
1702 posts
Nov 06, 2011
8:16 AM
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If I were you, for a measly $35 I'd let Greg do it for you. His work is top notch and you can be sure that the mic will work perfectly.
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MN
115 posts
Nov 06, 2011
12:49 PM
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It's a great mod to do, but I'd definitely have a pro do it.
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Jehosaphat
119 posts
Nov 06, 2011
2:02 PM
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If i was in the States for 35$ i'd probably just send it to Greg.However if your on a real budget heres a cheap way of getting the same result.
Buy a female quarter inch plug.(the type that goes onto amp panels etc.
Drill out the stand hole(not the cable one) to fit the barrel of the connector.From the inside of the shell poke the thread of the barrel through the hole and then put the nut on and tighten*.
Wire up the element to the connector and reassemble the mike.
Now your male quarter inch plug on the mike lead will do the job without the need for any switchcraft stuff.
*If your drilled hole is a nice tight fit for the thread barrel the nut will seal the hole ok but otherwise use a washer and/or make a gasket.Silicon is good too.
The cable hole i block up using a setting compound or whatever.
It is very important to make sure that the whole mike shell is airtight.
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Greg Heumann
1330 posts
Nov 06, 2011
2:29 PM
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IF you do what Jehosaphat says, note that you'll have a stiff 1/4" plug sticking down fairly close to the front of the mic which can interfere with a good cup - and that stepping on the cable will interrupt your solo - but it works and it is cheap. Be sure to plug the cable exit hole.
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/Greg
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The Beatles27
18 posts
Nov 06, 2011
5:55 PM
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Thanks everyone, I'll most likely get a pro do it if I decide to get the connector. :)
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