The SAXLX-3 is a professional 3-foot XLR patch cable designed for musicians, DJs, podcasters, sound engineers, churches, and recording studios who need reliable balanced connections in tight spaces. This bright yellow cable excels at short-run connections between rack-mounted gear, stage boxes, and nearby audio equipment.

Built with 3-pin XLR male and female connectors, this cable delivers balanced audio signals that resist noise and interference in live sound environments. The female connector attaches to your source output and the male connector attaches to your destination input. The 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors ensure clean signal transmission, while the shielded design maintains signal integrity even in electrically noisy environments.

The heavy-duty flexible rubber jacket stands up to repeated coiling and movement without cracking or splitting. At 3 feet, this cable provides just enough length for connecting mixers to equalizers, crossovers to amplifiers, or stage boxes to monitors without excess slack cluttering your setup. The bright yellow color makes it easy to identify in cable runs and helps with organization in complex PA systems.

Perfect for rack connections in mobile DJ rigs, church sound systems, and band PA setups where space is limited. The short length minimizes signal degradation while keeping cable management clean and professional. Also works as a microphone cable for close-miked instruments.

The SAXLX-3 connects any equipment with standard XLR inputs and outputs. Backed by Seismic Audio's one-year warranty and ready to ship, this patch cable delivers professional connectivity at a practical price point.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment does this XLR cable connect?

This cable connects any audio gear with XLR inputs and outputs, including mixers, equalizers, crossovers, amplifiers, powered speakers, and stage boxes. It's ideal for balanced audio connections in PA systems and can also serve as a microphone cable for close-miked instruments.

Is 3 feet long enough for rack-mounted equipment?

Yes, 3 feet is the standard length for connecting rack-mounted gear like equalizers, crossovers, and amplifiers within the same rack or between adjacent racks. This length provides enough reach without creating excess cable slack that can cause signal issues or clutter your setup.

Can I use this cable for microphones?

Absolutely. This XLR cable works perfectly as a microphone cable, especially for instruments that need to be close to your mixer or interface. The balanced design and shielding provide clean signal transmission for both dynamic and condenser microphones.

How does the yellow color help in live sound setups?

The bright yellow jacket makes this cable easy to identify in complex cable runs, helping you trace connections quickly during setup or troubleshooting. Many sound engineers use colored cables for organization, with yellow often designated for specific signal paths or rack connections.

What's the difference between this and longer XLR cables?

The main difference is length and intended use. This 3-foot cable is designed for short connections between nearby equipment, minimizing signal loss and cable clutter. Longer XLR cables (25-100 feet) are better for running from stage to mixer or connecting distant speakers, but create unnecessary slack in rack applications.

Can I use this cable for DMX lighting?

While this cable will physically connect to DMX fixtures, it's not recommended for DMX applications. DMX requires 120-ohm impedance cables, while audio XLR cables like this one typically use 75-ohm impedance. Using audio cables for DMX can cause signal reflection, data errors, and unreliable lighting control, especially over longer runs or in complex lighting networks. For proper DMX operation, use cables specifically designed for DMX512 protocol.

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