CB Electronics (Colin Broad)

Name: CB Electronics (Colin Broad)
Address: Loddonside, Lands End House, Beggars Hill Road, Reading, RG100UD, GB
Telephone: +447889361906

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CB Electronics have specialised in innovative interface solutions for the film and audio industry for over 35 years

In 1994 CB Electronics received an
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Technical Achievement Award in the category of Sound
for the design and development of EDL (Edit Decision Lister) which creates encoded timecode track and database during the initial transfer of the production sound "dailies"

In 1994 Colin Broad was awarded the BKSTS Phil Berkley award for his work in Video Post produ

ction. In 1996 CB Electronics Received the Satis-Fecit for the SR-4

In 2010 Colin Broad was made a Fellow of The Association of Motion Picture Sound. In 2016 Colin Broad was awarded the Association of Motion Picture Sound Exceptional Contribution Award.

05/03/2026

Pierpaolo Guerrini adopts XP-Relay: How the Digitally Controlled Analogue Patchbay has revolutionised PPG Studios

Pierpaolo Guerrini recently upgraded PPG Studios with the XP-Relay64, supplied by Funky Junk Italy. In a recent featured article, Funky Junk explores why Guerrini chose the XP-Relay64 and how the system has significantly streamlined his studio workflow.

Thank you for the GREAT article Funky Junk and Pierpaolo Guerrini

From the Funky Junk Italy article

In the world of professional music production, the choice of tools can make the difference between a good result and excellence. When a professional of the calibre of Pierpaolo Guerrini, sound engineer for Maestro Andrea Bocelli, decides to upgrade his studio with a new technological solution, it means that technology has passed the most rigorous tests.
Recently, through Funky Junk, Guerrini acquired the XP-Relay by CB Electronics: a cutting-edge analogue patchbay that has revolutionised the workflow of his prestigious PPG Studios in Tuscany, demonstrating how technological innovation can improve even the highest-level setups.

Read More:
https://www.cbelectronics.co.uk/colinbroad/2026/3/5/pierpaolo-guerrini-adopts-xp-relay-how-the-digitally-controlled-analogue-patchbay-has-revolutionised-ppg-studios

03/02/2026

MWNCI Studios had one of the first XPatch-96 and XP-Relay16.

Mwnci Studios is a residential recording studio in rural Wales, specialising in recording, mixing and high quality music production.

Mwnci has hosted artist such as:

Sports Team, Cate Le Bon, Himalayas, Florence Black, Demob Happy, The Naked and Famous, Ginger Wildheart, Paul Cook (of the S*x Pistols), Michael Chapman, Daniel Blumberg, Oscar Lang, Sweet Baboo, Wolf People, Rhian Teasdale (Wet Leg), Jimmy Robertson — Arctic Monkeys / Florence and the Machine, Peter Walsh — Stevie Wonder / Scott Walker and The Wicked Rivers, just to name a few…

So much More than just a replacment Patchbay!

Learn More about MWNCI Studio's - www.mwncistudios.co.uk/

Learn More about the XPatch & XP-Relay - https://www.cbelectronics.co.uk/

29/01/2026

M° Andrea Bocelli personal engineer Mr. Pierpaolo Guerrini in his studio using the XPatch APP to efficiently routing his studio!

27/01/2026

M° Andrea Bocelli personal engineer Mr. Pierpaolo Guerrini efficiently routing his studio with the XP-Relay64!

20/01/2026

Case Study of Ian Barter’s Studio Upgrade to XP-Relay16 with XP-Relay32

Recently Ian Barter an existing customer asked for advice on replacing his XP-Relay16 with an XP-Relay32 to incorporate more of his gear from his studio which he uses for Writing, Tracking, Mixing and Mastering.

After some discussion we decided to create the setup file for him. This would allow us to test a couple of new XPatch4 features the Device List (Menu/View/Device List) and Connectors (Menu/View/Connectors).

Read More:
https://www.cbelectronics.co.uk/colinbroad/2025/12/15/case-study-of-ian-barters-studio-upgradexp-relay16-with-xp-relay32

18/11/2025

We make both Solid State and Relay based patch bays, and often get asked this question. There is no correct answer as it depends on your application. Both offer advantages over traditional patch bays, sealed/solid state contacts, digital recall and simple routing changes.

Both use the XPatch4 App digital recall of analog routing and can be used together to use the advantages of both.

Read Full Article: https://www.cbelectronics.co.uk/colinbroad/2025/11/10/xpatch-or-xp-relay

15/10/2025

🔥 AES 2025 ALERT Long Beach! 🔥: Your analogue workflow is about to change.

See the XP-RELAY Series and get an exclusive look at the CB Electronics system at Booth 221 (with Wes Dooley Audio). Digital Control + Analogue Audio + Instant Recall is real.

Booth 221 is a MUST-SEE.
View the Map and Add Us to Your Route: https://aesshow.com/aes-show/hours-and-exhibits/

29/09/2025

⏰ FINAL CALL! SAVE BIG on XP-RELAY32X/64! ⏰

GREAT NEWS: We started shipping the first XP-RELAY32X and XP-RELAY64 units almost a month ahead of schedule!

BAD NEWS (if you wait): The special introductory pricing ends in just 2 days (October 1st). Don't miss your chance to lock in the lowest price!

➡️ Order yours now before the deal is gone:

https://www.cbelectronics.co.uk/store/p/xp-relay32-32x-64-pre-order-deposit-ey74m

20/09/2025

Digitally Controlled Patchbays from 8 to 96 I/O by CB Electronics / Colin Broad.

15/08/2025

Equipment Pallet 🛠️⚡

No more endless scrolling! 🖱️ The Equipment Pallet has 3 clear sections: Source ➡️ Device ➡️ Destination. This lets you find and add the equipment you need to your path instantly.

Pro Tip: The pallet's order syncs with your Equipment page. Want a specific piece of gear at the top of the list? ⬆️ Just move it up on the Equipment page!

So much More than just a replacment Patchbay!

Learn More: (www.cbelectronics.co.uk)

13/08/2025

⚡️ Stereo Mults, Instantly. ⚡️

Did you know you can define a stereo mult with a single click? Just press the triangle with an 'S' to link two paths at once. It's the fastest way to route your stereo gear and keep your workflow moving. 👆

So much More than just a replacement patchbay.

Learn More: (www.cbelectronics.co.uk)

11/08/2025

See your setup in a new light. 🌈

Tired of a plain interface? The XPatch4 app is now more intuitive and more beautiful.

🎨 Color-code everything: Customize the colors of your hardware labels and signal paths to instantly identify your gear.

🖥️ Change the background: Choose from four pre-defined background colors, or go wild with the "Choose" key to pick any color you can imagine.

With XPatch4, your workflow is finally as organized and vibrant as your ideas.

So much More than just a replacement patchbay

Learn More: (www.cbelectronics.co.uk)

Address

Loddonside, Lands End House, Beggars Hill Road
Reading
RG100UD

Telephone

+447889361906

Website

https://www.cbelectronics.co.uk/

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