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Samson S-patch plus 48-Point Balanced Patchbay

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style: Patch Bay


Features

  • Fully balanced, extremely durable 48-Point Patch bay
  • Normal, Half-normal and Through Mode operation
  • 3-way Front Panel Mode Switches
  • 1/4" TRS Connectors
  • 19" Rack Mount Chassis

Description

The ultimate patchbay. Fully balanced and extremely Durable, our 48-point patchbay makes all your connections easy.


Brand: Samson


Special Feature: Fully balanced and extremely durable, Samson's 48-point patch bay makes all your connections easy. Gone are the days of changing a patchbay's mode by taking it out of the rack, dismantling it and putting it back together in the desired mode! With the S-Patch Plus, all of this can be accomplished from the front panel with a flip of a switch! Simple, affordable and time-saving! See more


Color: Blue


Connector Gender: Male-to-Male


Shape: Round


Brand: Samson


Special Feature: Fully balanced and extremely durable, Samson's 48-point patch bay makes all your connections easy. Gone are the days of changing a patchbay's mode by taking it out of the rack, dismantling it and putting it back together in the desired mode! With the S-Patch Plus, all of this can be accomplished from the front panel with a flip of a switch! Simple, affordable and time-saving!


Color: Blue


Connector Gender: Male-to-Male


Shape: Round


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Item Weight: 1.27 Kilograms


Number of Items: 1


Wattage: 11.43 watts


Item Weight: 2.79 pounds


Product Dimensions: 20 x 4.25 x 3 inches


Domestic Shipping: Item can be shipped within U.S.


Country of Origin: China


Item model number: SA-SPATCHPLUS


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: October 2, 2001


Color Name: Blue


Hardware Interface: USB


Standing screen display size: 19 Inches


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Signal flow controls are on the front
style: Patch Bay
Usually a patch bay is not a big deal. Set it up and start using it. This is no different but one thing that stands out and is super useful is the fact that the signal flow controls are on the front of the unit and not the back. This makes setting or changing from normal and through super easy. I'm not sure why most of patch bays have that on the back where you more than likely cannot reach but this is convenient. I would imagine if you are in a studio with a lot of hands on the gear that may be a problem but I have my own studio and this is perfect. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2023 by Carlos Lennon
    • Invaluable in my studio
style: Patch Bay
I've held off purchasing this for quite some time because I always chose to get something in its place that had an active role in recording e.g., Fx processors, guitars etc... Was I ever wrong! This is the single most time saving piece of gear in my studio, hands down. It not only keeps me from crawling around behind things to plug and unplug cables, I also use it in line with my XLR only patch bay where I used to have to use adapters if I needed to plug something in that was 1/4 inch. Now running the XLR patch bay into this and then into my mixer, if I need to change from xlr to 1/4", I just plug into the Samson and it severs the xlr connection and now becomes a direct connection from the new cable. I almost bought another brand that had the switches on top but I didn't like the idea of having to put it in the top slot of an open top rack in order to have access to the switches. The switches on the face of the Samson eliminates that problem. If I were pressed to name a single issue with this, it would be that I have to memorize all the connections or make a diagram because there isn't enough room on the face to label everything. But that is really an insignificant issue when compared to every problem that this one piece of equipment solves. I will be purchasing at least one more as I add more equipment to my studio over time and I can't express enough the need for every studio to have at least one of these to make your life so much easier. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2023 by StellarView
    • great product, amateur quality control
style: Patch Bay
Samson S-patch is simple, convenient TRS patch bay. it has 24 in/out which seems more than enough for my expanding hybrid studio. it allows manipulate different effects chains and different hw unit into my limited amount of interface input ports (preamp-bypassed). its easy to switch modes of N/HN/T from the front, and easy to chain hw and switch their order (i.e la2a before or after 1176? add eq after or before compressor, etc). sure with interface that has more inputs such manipulation can be done in its software mixer routing, still i find it less intuitive and slower than simple patch in hw that is infant of me. so far unit seems to work fine with no noise - mainly using it in normal mode. So why I deduct one star? because of the amateur quality control. the unit arrived with its front panel upside down. that means front panel numbers different from back panel, but more importantly the toggle mode switch has no room to move half-normal, just normal and thru. philips screw driver and a minute later the panel set back to it's correct position and issue solved, just annoying it came out of the factory like that. beside that I like its 1u format, so although there is less room to write on it the names of the units, its easy to save document with the inputs/outputs units. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2023 by FoamOfTheDaze
    • Beefy and Easy to Use
style: Patch Bay
This is my first patchbay and I'm quite pleased with it. For years I've been crawling around behind the racks in my small studio wiring and re-wiring gear every time I want to reconfigure my signal chains. But no longer will I be covered in dust bunnies and spiders, thanks to the S-patch Plus. This thing really is a game changer, especially for those of us less experienced with what can be a rather confusing "simple" tool- it's well built and packs a lot of common-sense functionality into a small space. The best part about the S-patch is the freedom it gives you to choose Normalled, Half-normalled or Thru functions with the flip of a switch on each input-output pair. This is really convenient, especially if, like me, you're new to patchbays and want to experiment with functionality and signal chain options. The switches are sturdy, as are the jacks and the metal casing of the unit itself- no cheap plastic or thin faceplates here. I've noticed no loss or degradation of signal when tracking or mixing with the unit and I've found the signal flow diagrams printed on the top of the casing to be very helpful as well. My only complaint is that the unit doesn't come with Rack Screws, which isn't a huge deal, but it would be nice. It does come with stick-on rubber feet in a little bag, which I'm not using because I have it racked but they would be nice if you had this sitting on a desk. Additionally, some folks have commented on how there isn't much room on the face of the unit for labeling each channel. This is true, but that's the price you pay for a single rack space size unit. I got around this by purchasing a 2 foot long, 1.5" wide, 1/8" thick strip of aluminum at the local hardward store for 3 bucks. I used a jigsaw to cut it to ~19" long like a standard rack unit blank. I drilled out holes in the ends for screws and mounted it just above the S-patch on my rack. Then I stole my wife's labelmaker and created stick-on labels for each piece of gear connected to the patchbay, and stuck them vertically to the aluminum strip. This plate can easily be removed to access the diagrams on the top of the S-patch when you get confused on what the heck-swoggle "half-normal" means. One word of caution, especially if you're new to this: while any TRS bay will pass phantom power from a preamp to a mic, you run the risk of "hotpatching" your mics if you plug in cables while the phantom power is engaged. This can really damage your preamps. If you're really careful, you can get around this by simply never patching a live mic, but this is always going to be a gamble, especially if you're like me and your brain is in 67 places at once during a session. So while it's tempting to put all your preamps "behind" the bay, it's better run the output of each pre to a channel of the patchbay which is then normalled to your interface / board. For example, in my studio if I want to plug a mic into an outboard preamp, I use the following chain: Mic --- xlr patchbay (much safer for phantom than trs) --- Preamp --- S-patch channel normalled to line input on my interface. This means that my mics always run directly to my interface via my outboard preamps UNLESS I break the normal via patch cable. Any phantom power thus flows to the mic from the preamp "ahead" of the S-patch. Remember, phantom power flows the opposite direction of mic signal! Overall, I'm very happy with the S-patch and I already can't imagine my control room without it. It's also already full, so I'll likely buy another soon. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2018 by Teapot
    • Best design out there
style: Patch Bay
Especially for the "patch bay challenged", this is excellent having the switches on the front. Other bays might require you to remove the unit to reconfigure. So alot of planning is needed. With this one, install it and know that if you decide to change any one channels configuration, you can easily flip a switch ON THE FRONT! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2023 by J Knorr
    • Solidly built, the front switches are a big plus
style: Patch Bay
The first thing that impressed me when I took it out of the box was how hefty it felt. It feels like a sturdy piece of gear. And while most of us probably don't ever need to change normal settings after installation, having the switches on the front is a very nice touch. The switches themselves feel reliable, set low enough to avoid accidental switching, and the force required to throw them feels satisfying. And regarding their everyday purpose, the patch cables go in and out very cleanly. The connection feels very solid indeed. My only quibble is the scribble strip area is relatively small. I was able to print labels, but the type size is necessarily small. A very fine product! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2022 by Chris L
    • A necessity for any home studio!
style: Patch Bay
I put off buying a patch bay for a long time, but as I've gotten older, it's gotten to be more and more of a pain to unplug this, plug in that, figure out which cord went where, etc. I play multiple instruments and route them to multiple outputs (guitar to pedal, or straight to amp, synth to amp, synth to pedal, synth to monitors, instruments to digital recorder, etc.) and this is a life-saver: or maybe I should say a back saver! I mapped out my connections in OneNote so I wouldn't have to remember what went where (more on that in a minute). This is very well made, very sturdy, and attractive to boot (well, as attractive as something with cables running into it from every angle can be :). My only complaint, and the only reason I rate it four stars overall instead of five, is that there is no room for labels to tell you what is going where: hence my need to map things out in OneNote. This isn't much of a problem for me: I don't have that many connections, and my setup is static now: but for someone constantly adding and removing gear, it could be an annoyance. On the other hand, no labels also means they can't get outdated or become illegible. I'd say a patch bay is an absolute necessity for any decent home studio, and for value and features, I consider the Samson a bargain. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2019 by Roland Alexander
    • Best in the field
style: Patch Bay
You will love it.
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2023 by j2p2
    • Best TRS patch bay for the money
style: Patch Bay
Pretty straightforward patch bay. Front controls allow on the fly switching between Normal/Half Normal/Thru. I personally leave about 2/3 HN and 1/3 N but it’s all about your personal needs. If you aren’t sure if you need a patch bay, all you need to do is see if you need to think about what connectors you have where and how to add a piece of hardware into a chain - and whether your gear is rack mounted- if so, you’ll benefit. Note: You don’t need anywhere near 48 channels to need a 48 point bay. For example, even with a 16 channel mixer, if you set 16 (or 8 w/ inserts for stereo) as mixer outs, the “standard in” can run through the top in N/HN modes. You can then patch in FX or whatever else to any given line, and this is easiest by attaching your FX, compression, etc., all to the pay as well. So to add in compression, you’d patch over to the input for your compressor, and patch back with the output, to the original mixer points. 48 can be used quicker than expected (plenty of semi pro home studios have 2-3 of these), so don’t think its sooo much room. The best part is not having to go searching behind your console constantly. Once well set up, you should only ever have to patch. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2019 by aberwah
    • It works
style: Cable Bundle
Great patch bay. I got two of them and will eventually get a third. It does it's intended job.
Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2023 by k.d.
    • Quality Patch Bay
style: Patch Bay
Bought this as a second patchbay after my other one made by a company that starts with “B” filled up. This one seems way more sturdy especially in the jacks. And you can change settings with switches located on the front which is very convenient.
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022 by Leon
    • Straightforward and easy to use
style: Patch Bay
There's not too much to say. After all, it's a patchbay. It does what it's supposed to do, and it has the flexibility with the switches to do normal and half-normal with ease.
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2022 by A. Lawrence
    • Super functional and build to last!
style: Patch Bay
Review Image by Reyescult Reyescult
I finally got around to purchasing this bad boy, and I am NOT disappointed. In an age of built-to-break, the S-Patch seems built-to-last. The standout feature is that the normalization is configured via switches on the front panel. This doesn't leave room for labeling, but I don't personally need that anyway. I use Google spreadsheets to document my studio routing. As a bonus, the gray on the front panel perfectly matches the Warm Audio WA-2A I have it racked with! Jackpot! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2021 by Reyescult Reyescult
    • Works perfectly
style: Patch Bay
This unit does exactly what it’s supposed to do. I had no hiss or him from the unit. I use Mogami cables in the back and I bought some Hosa Patch cables for the front side. Connected an MPC, SP404, TB12 preamp, Hydrasynth, Motu 8A, TC Helicon, DBX compressor, Joe Meek OneQ and more and none have any issues. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2022 by Ebony Bradley
    • Can’t believe I loved without a patchbay for so long!
style: Patch Bay
What a great patchbay! It’s really sturdy and has normal/non-normal/half normal switches on the front cover which is a game changer! I would HIGHLY recommend this for any small studio setup with outboard fx and/or synths. 1/4” means that when clients come over with their own hardware it’s easier to setup and route. The only reason to do TT connections is if you need >96 connections and can’t afford the 1/4” space. Anyways, love it! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2021 by CWCadwell

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