Power Cable Question

[afterburner1277]

Hi All,

I use Helix stadium as I did with the OG Helix Floor. On the floor and at times on a helix stand on my desk. I notice the Stadium has a protector/shielded plastic cover on the power cable? So, when I use it on my desk, I want to use the OG Helix power cable (missing the protector/shield) and leave the stock Stadium power cable on the floor. Is this, ok? Any input would be appreciated.

[jpdennis]

"The small, cylindrical component is made of a semi-magnetic material (ferrite) and is placed around the cable to suppress high-frequency electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI)."  ... a quote from a search.  Much more succinct than I would have said.

 

The choice is yours, however, my stance is that I would always use the power cord that comes with the Stadium.

[afterburner1277]

Ty JP. I guess I am going to work with it on the desk position with the stock cable until I get used to it and then move it back to the floor position.

[Nos402]

I think it's fine. I have the same situation. Power, MIDI, and USB cables permanently by my desk and then the power cord that came with it stays in the hard case for gigs. I haven't had any issues. If you notice any noise or interference then maybe try the cable that came with it.

[afterburner1277]

HI Nos402,

 I know what you mean, LOL cables are everywhere around here too. I like having the option to keep it on the floor with a permenant cable, and being able to plop it on my desk (especially now) with the Stadium to use the touch screen, and have a dedicated cable from under my desk. I was checking Amazon and Of course found my solution....Ceedmon 20 Pieces Clip-on Ferrite Ring Core RFI EMI Noise Suppressor Cable Clip for 3mm/5mm/7mm/9mm/13mm Diameter Cable, Black....9 bucks and I can go crazy LOL! 

 

[jpdennis]

On 11/23/2025 at 5:09 AM, afterburner1277 said:

HI Nos402,

 I know what you mean, LOL cables are everywhere around here too. I like having the option to keep it on the floor with a permenant cable, and being able to plop it on my desk (especially now) with the Stadium to use the touch screen, and have a dedicated cable from under my desk. I was checking Amazon and Of course found my solution....Ceedmon 20 Pieces Clip-on Ferrite Ring Core RFI EMI Noise Suppressor Cable Clip for 3mm/5mm/7mm/9mm/13mm Diameter Cable, Black....9 bucks and I can go crazy LOL! 

 

 

Yes !  https://www.amazon.com/Ferrite-Clamp/s?k=Ferrite+Clamp

 

[spaceboy68]

Hi every one. i just bought a previously owned helix stadium xl and when i opened it I noticed theres sticky tape under the ferrite bead. is this normal? thank you so much

 

[spaceboy68]

im trying to upload a pic but it wont let me, sorryEmpty heading

 

thank you!

 

 

[MojoAxe]

Eric commented something to the effect of the ferric coil is not needed now, but may be needed later as add-on accessories become available. I use an alternate cable because the stock cable is too stiff.