What is a patchbay and how does it work

[gatorhaus]

OK forgive me for my ignorance. I have just started aquiring my rack gear and have never owned any before. I have seen these patch bays and I think they are for hooking up a bunch of stuff together but not sure.

larry

 

[Gidge]

http://www.homerecording.com/patchbay.html

 

[gatorhaus]

Thanks Gidge, forgot to check there first.

larry