A good cable is one of those things you don't think about until a bad one ruins your gig. Fender's Professional Series cable uses oxygen-free copper conductors with a low-capacitance design that preserves high-end clarity — cheap cables can roll off your treble before it even reaches your amp. The straight/straight configuration with 10-foot length is the most versatile standard for most setups.

90-degree strain relief at both ends protects against the cable-killing wear that happens when cords get bent sharply at the jack. The tweed woven outer jacket is durable and looks the part. This is a cable that will last years if treated reasonably well. Sometimes the best upgrade for your signal chain is simply a reliable cable that isn't slowly killing your tone.