Anaheim, CA (Top40 Charts) Hard rock group
Buckcherry can jam out more than ever thanks to The RapcoHorizon Company, a leading manufacturer of audio/video interfacing and cable equipment. Whether they're on tour or at an individual performance, Buckcherry's band members and techs all rely on the quality of RapcoHorizon's custom splitter snakes and RoadHog cables. The band will also be signing autographs at the company's booth during the 2013 NAMM Show (Hall C, Booth 4558) on Sunday, January 27 at 12 p.m.
Designed for the working musician, the RoadHog cables are road ready and tour tough, employing the most rugged constructions without sacrificing sound quality.
Buckcherry used the RoadHog cables most recently on its 15-stop UK tour from northern Scotland to southern England, where the cables stood up to all the abuses typical of a hard rock tour.
"Out of all the shows we played in Europe, we didn't have one audio incident," says
Buckcherry Tour Manager, Production Manager and Front-of-House Engineer Stephen Shaw. "When it comes to the RoadHog cables, I never have a problem with something coming up. If that does happen, it's usually the microphone, not the RapcoHorizon stuff. It just takes another potential mishap out of the equation."
RoadHog cables are built with PVC outer jackets that are durable and thick, yet flexible, and pure copper conductors and shields. This design ensures that the RoadHog cables provide an advanced sound and reliable operation for
Buckcherry and other touring bands.
"I started using RapcoHorizon cables during my previous roles with Foreigner and
Selena Gomez," says A.J. "
Jukebox" Srybnik,
Buckcherry guitar tech. "I had such a good experience—they were reliable, clear and had an impressive single response and durability—the best I'd seen. So, when I started with
Buckcherry in 2011 and saw they were using various cabling, I knew it was time to make the call to RapcoHorizon."
RapcoHorizon cut and labeled every cable to the band's desired method of organization,, making for easier setup and use. This way, whether it's running the microphone and instrument cables to the main RapcoHorizon snake behind the drums, or running the vocals to another RapcoHorizon snake down stage, the cable setup saves the band's crew members from wasting time figuring out what goes where.
"RapcoHorizon has beyond amazing customer service," adds Shaw. "I can't imagine working with anyone else. They are just fantastic, going over and above the call of duty. As for the cables, they are well built and do exactly what they are supposed to do. My confidence level is so high with these products that if something goes wrong they are usually the last thing I check."
RapcoHorizon RoadHog cables are designed to work perfectly no matter how often they are put to use. Srybnik says that employing them every night to run audio to his panel board and effects pedals has been a great improvement from the previous setup. Another benefit of the RapcoHorizon cables is their ability to coil nicely. The quality of the cables and flexible jacket ensure that they not only lay flat on stage, but also roll up easily without causing bends.
"The guys can stomp on the RoadHog cables all night with their boots, and no matter what they seem to do to the cables, I know I can always count on them to work," concludes Srybnik. "With other brands, the connectors often have a tendency to come apart during wear-and-tear, but not the RapcoHorizon ones. They have great strain relief and are very durable. The way these cables are manufactured is just exceptional. Using an all-RapcoHorizon rig, I can hear and feel the difference in my cable response compared to the original assorted cables."
Srybnik says that the guitar and bass players have also noticed a difference in their sound since the RapcoHorizon cables became a
Buckcherry standard. He has even been able to get a little more gain and EQ from his gear now that he's all RoadHog.
Shaw has been with
Buckcherry for more than eight years. Prior to joining the group, he worked for such performers as Kid Rock, Chevelle,
Drowning Pool and
System of a Down, and also toured with the comedian Dane Cook. Srybnik began working with
Buckcherry in late 2011. Since then, he has introduced RapcoHorizon into the audio arsenal for the rapper Jay-Z.
Buckcherry is currently promoting its new album, Confessions, set for release on February 19, 2013. Having spent the holidays at home, the band recently took off for a U.S. and Canadian tour.
The RapcoHorizon Company, located in Jackson, Missouri, is one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of audio, video, home theater, data and telecommunications cable in both bulk wire and assemblies. Used worldwide by concert touring sound companies, video and sound contractors, recording studios, system integrators, audiophiles and musicians, The RapcoHorizon Company's products provide optimal flexibility and premium performance. The company's state-of-the-art
Custom Shop can modify existing products or build new devices to meet any need. For more information, please visit The RapcoHorizon Company's Web site at www.rapcohorizon.com.
