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Oh, absolutely. The idea for this would be to get from the back of the room (or field...) to the first point in the chain (usually a lighting pole), and then I'd extend from there. If I can cut 4x 20m runs, it saves me 80 metres of cable that I always end up running, usually separately and usually not very neatly (I go back and fix it, but again, it takes time). I considered that - but I like to be able to see the receivers in case of a problem. That way I can just cast my eye onto the rack and see what's going on. It's also saved a few embarrassing moments just before show starts - where someone has turned their radio mic off... Huh, I always thought that was the other way around (DMX cable unsuitable for audio). As you say though, I've never had any problems in my small deployments. The general consensus seems to be to DIY it - which I expected. I'll have a think about everything you've all commented on above - but thank you everyone who has taken the time to reply 😀

Hi, I do a lot of travelling sound for AmDram (one night in a location and on to the next) and am looking at ways I can massively improve the speed I can rollout the gear - 90% of which is running cabling. Is anyone aware of any multicores which can feed power, XLR outputs and DMX for lights? The power draw isn't massive, couple of 500w speakers, all LED lights etc, but there just isn't always power where you need it. If possible, I'd also like to run antenna extensions for Radio Mics through the same multicore, but appreciate that might be a step too far. I tend to mount them on the lighting stands. If you're not aware of any pre-made stuff, is there anything to consider when DIYing this sort of thing? Presumably separation between the different cable types, with particular emphasis on the power and signal being split out. Thanks!