# Ernie Ball P06048 10 ft Straight Instrument Cable, Black

The Ernie Ball P06048 instrument cable is a 10 ft black lead with straight 1/4-inch connectors at both ends. It is intended for instrument connections, with manufacturer-listed dual shielding and conductors and a tangle-resistant design.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Ernie Ball
- Model: P06048
- Price: 17.10 GBP
- Previous price: 24.99 GBP
- Discount: 32%
- Price checked: 2026-11-12T19:15:59.926Z
- Rating: 4.7 / 5
- Reviews: 2684

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## At a glance

- Straight 1/4-inch connectors at both ends, suited to a direct instrument-to-equipment connection.
- The manufacturer describes dual conductors and dual shielding for signal clarity and reduced handling noise.
- Flexible, tangle-resistant performance is claimed, though customer feedback on tangling is mixed.

## Pros

- A 10 ft length offers room to move between an instrument and nearby equipment without choosing a longer lead.
- Straight connectors make the cable a straightforward option where right-angle plugs are not needed.
- Manufacturer-listed copper conductors and dual shielding are intended to help preserve the signal.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Ernie Ball
- Model: P06048
- Colour: Black
- Length: 10 Feet
- Weight: 0.19 Kilograms
- Outer material: Polyvinyl Chloride \(PVC\)
### Connectivity and use
- Connector type: 2 - 1/4" straight
- Cable type: Straight
- Connector gender: Male-to-Male
- Compatible device: Musical Instrument
- Connectivity listed: Auxiliary
- Indoor or outdoor use: Indoor

## Before you buy

- Customer feedback is positive about build quality and low noise overall, but mentions mixed experiences with tangling. The tangle-resistant design is a manufacturer claim rather than a guarantee of tangle-free use.

## In the box

- 1 cable (Included): The package contents list specifies one cable.

## A good fit for

- Players connecting an instrument to an amplifier or other compatible equipment who want a 10 ft lead with straight plugs at both ends.
- Buyers looking for a black cable with manufacturer-described dual shielding and flexible, tangle-resistant construction.

## Less suited to

- Set-ups that specifically require a right-angle plug or a cable longer than 10 ft.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights good perceived quality, heavy-duty construction and low noise, alongside appreciation for the cable's appearance and value. Tangling experiences are mixed. These comments may matter to players seeking a durable everyday lead, while the reported tangling concerns temper the listing's tangle-resistant claim. Ratings are predominantly five-star, but ratings alone do not establish why customers chose them.
- Positive themes: Customers describe the cable as good quality, heavy-duty and low-noise.
- Positive themes: Appearance and value for money are also noted positively.
- Mixed feedback: Feedback on tangling is mixed.

## Frequently asked questions

### What connectors does the Ernie Ball P06048 have?
The listing specifies straight 1/4-inch connectors at both ends.
### How long is this instrument cable?
The listed length is 10 Feet.
### Is the cable described as tangle-free?
The listing describes it as flexible and tangle-resistant. Customer feedback on tangling is mixed, so this should not be taken as a guarantee that it will never tangle.

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## Images

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