Sommer cable GmbH

Since 1999, Sommer cable has been developing, producing, and distributing professional connectivity solutions worldwide, focusing on the fields of audio, video, broadcast, integration, studio, and media technology. The product range, including the in-house brands HICON, CARDINAL DVM, EXCELSIOR, and SYSBOXX, comprises cables sold by the meter, connectors, patch cables, customizable distribution systems, and active components. With an extensive portfolio of over 25,000 articles and modules, the company places particular emphasis on fast availability, high product quality, and friendly, competent advice. Above all, the goal is to help customers find the optimal solution for their specific needs. To achieve this, the development team continuously works on new products and designs that meet current and future market requirements. A clear and user-friendly online shop with intuitive navigation, detailed product descriptions, filtering and selection options, and practical application examples helps customers quickly find and order the right solution.

Specifically for Large Events and Outdoor Broadcasting…

…Sommer cable develops multimedia infrastructure solutions tested for long-distance use. With the cross-waterproof AQUA MARINEX cable series featuring a UV-resistant PUR jacket, the company produces a wide range of cables suitable for reliable, long-lasting installation in harsh environments. Together with an extensive range of IP67 connectors, no compromises are necessary. Additionally, Sommer cable offers extremely robust audio and speaker cables with minimal attenuation and capacitance for undisturbed sound transmission in challenging conditions. Compliance with current broadcast standards is also no problem with the product range for 6G/12G video transmission. In the field of fiber optics, powerful fiber solutions are available for audio, video, and data transmission over long distances—both for permanent installations and mobile outdoor use in IP67 design. The portfolio includes robust, field-ready systems with high packing density and innovative connector solutions such as the HICON-FIBER, enabling particularly compact, secure, and tour-ready multichannel transmission.

Cables by the Meter
A wide range of single, multi-channel, and hybrid combination cables for various applications is available from stock—over 400 different cable types sold by the meter. Specific OEM customer solutions are developed and produced even for small kilometer quantities, optionally including company logos.

Quality Connectors
Under its in-house brand HICON, Sommer cable offers a comprehensive range of professional, high-quality connectors. HICON connectors are known for high mating cycles and ease of use and are already deployed in countless TV and broadcast stations.

Patch Cables
In addition to a large stock of pre-assembled top sellers, Sommer cable offers a wide variety of connector combinations in custom lengths, manufactured just-in-time in semi-automated production. Specially coded solutions for event technology are grouped under the “customize your cable” range. Transparent shrink tubes and rings allow for post-installation labeling. OEM printing/engraving is available for certain batch sizes. Newly available to order, all patch cables are RFID-ready with integrated relyos transponders, simplifying inventory tracking in temporary setups.

Multichannel and Hybrid Systems
This category includes a wide variety of digital and/or analog connection systems for audio, DMX, video, fiber optic, Ethernet, or power applications—also including custom combinations for installations or events on reels, racks, wall, or floor enclosures. The modular selection system leaves almost no limits.

Active Components
With CARDINAL DVM products, Sommer cable provides the core solution for complete AV room planning in professional conference and presentation technology.

Catalogs
The latest Sommer cable catalogs and flyers can be ordered free of charge, browsed online, or downloaded at https://www.sommercable.com/online-catalog. Additionally, a clear image price list is available for quick reference.