[dubaifox]

This may be kind of a stupid question, but hey, this is what forums are for, right?

I have just set up my 002r with five synths, MIDI interface and a 01v/96 mixing board and outboard effects. Everything fits into a neat and tidy space, except I have a veritable SEA of cables running in back of my rack. I'd like to have all of my cables shortend to minimal lengths, thinking it might cut down on cable noise. (or at least make it look more ergonomic)

The question is about balanced cables. Most manufacturers reccomend using balanced cables. All of my cables have only one black ring on the tip. Does this mean it is unbalanced?

Should I change all of my cables so they are balanced?

Any other things to consider when buying cables?