The SAJT-16x8x100 delivers professional multitrack recording and live sound capabilities with 16 XLR sends and 8 TRS returns in a rugged 100-foot snake cable. Built for bands, studios, and live sound engineers who need reliable signal routing between stage and mixing console without signal degradation.

This snake cable handles 16 microphone or line inputs through XLR connectors while providing 8 balanced TRS return channels for monitor sends, effects returns, or additional line signals. The heavy-duty steel stage box withstands touring conditions while maintaining clean signal transmission across all 24 channels.

22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors with individual shielding on each pair ensure superior RF rejection and signal clarity over the full 100-foot run. Color-coded and numerically labeled connections on both the fantail and stage box eliminate setup confusion in low-light venues. The reinforced strain relief at both ends prevents cable failure at stress points during repeated setup and teardown.

Perfect for medium to large venues, outdoor festivals, or studio live rooms where you need to route multiple signals over significant distances. Works equally well for tracking sessions where you need to separate loud instruments from the control room or live shows where the mixing console sits far from the stage.

Simply connect XLR sources to the stage box, run TRS returns to monitors or effects units, and plug the fantail into your console or interface. The complete snake cable system comes ready to use with no additional adapters required.

Backed by Seismic Audio's one-year warranty with fast shipping. Professional-grade construction at a price point that makes sense for working musicians and sound engineers.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What size venues can this 100-foot snake cable handle?

The SAJT-16x8x100 works well for medium to large venues where the mixing console needs to be positioned 75-90 feet from the stage. This includes most auditoriums, outdoor amphitheaters, large clubs, and festival stages where front-of-house mixing positions require significant cable runs without signal loss.

How many microphones and monitor sends can I connect?

You can connect up to 16 microphones or line sources through the XLR inputs on the stage box, plus send 8 separate monitor mixes or effects returns through the TRS connectors. This configuration handles most full band setups including drums, guitars, bass, keyboards, and vocals with dedicated monitor feeds.

What's the difference between the TRS returns and standard XLR returns?

The TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) returns provide balanced 1/4" connections that work perfectly for monitor sends, effects returns, or connecting to guitar amps and keyboards. TRS connections offer the same balanced audio quality as XLR but in the 1/4" format that many amplifiers and processors prefer.

Will this snake work with my digital mixing console?

Yes, the SAJT-16x8x100 connects to any mixing console with XLR inputs and TRS outputs. The analog connections are compatible with both digital and analog consoles, audio interfaces, and stage boxes. Simply plug the XLR connectors into your console's mic preamps and use the TRS returns for auxiliary sends.

How do I prevent tangling and damage during transport?

The heavy-duty steel stage box includes a carrying handle, and the cable features reinforced strain relief at both connection points. Wind the cable in over-under fashion and secure with velcro ties. The individual shielding and OFC conductors resist damage from normal touring conditions when properly coiled and stored.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov