The SAET-4M-3 is engineered for professional audio installations and live sound setups where you need to run four balanced audio signals over a single Cat6 cable. This 3-foot breakout snake simplifies cable management in tight spaces like equipment racks, DJ booths, and backstage connections.

This digital audio snake consolidates four separate XLR connections into one RJ45 Ethercon connection, reducing cable clutter while maintaining professional signal integrity. The heavy-duty OFC (Oxygen-Free Copper) conductors ensure clean signal transfer without data loss or interference.

The cable features a locking RJ45 Ethercon female connector on one end and four color-coded XLR male connectors on the other. Each channel is individually shielded with braided protection to prevent crosstalk between signals. The balanced design works with analog, digital, or DMX signals, making it versatile for audio and lighting applications.

Perfect for permanent installations in venues, churches, and studios where equipment racks need to connect to stage boxes or mixing positions. The 3-foot length is ideal for patch bay connections, equipment rack links, and short runs in control rooms. Also streamlines setup for mobile DJs and bands who need quick connections between digital mixers and stage equipment.

Connect the Ethercon end to compatible digital mixers, stage boxes, or audio interfaces with RJ45 outputs. The four XLR male outputs connect directly to microphones, DI boxes, or line-level sources. Cable ships ready to use with durable metal housing on all connectors.

Seismic Audio backs this professional snake cable with reliable construction designed for years of touring and installation use.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment is this snake cable compatible with?

This cable works with any audio equipment that has RJ45 Ethercon outputs (like digital mixers and stage boxes) and standard 3-pin XLR inputs. It's compatible with analog audio signals, digital audio protocols, and DMX lighting control signals. The balanced design ensures compatibility with professional microphones, DI boxes, and line-level equipment.

Can I use this for live sound reinforcement in small venues?

Yes, this 3-foot snake is perfect for connecting digital mixers to nearby equipment in small venues, DJ booths, or mobile setups. The short length makes it ideal for rack-to-rack connections or linking your mixer to a stage box within the same general area. For longer runs to the stage, you'd use this with longer Cat6 cables and additional breakout boxes.

How does this compare to running four separate XLR cables?

This snake reduces your cable count from four individual XLR runs to just one Cat6 connection plus this short breakout. You get the same audio quality with less cable management, faster setup, and reduced tripping hazards. The color-coded XLR ends make it easy to identify which channel goes where during installation.

What's the difference between this and the longer versions of the same cable?

The SAET-4M-3 is specifically designed for short connections in equipment racks or control rooms. Longer versions (like 10, 25, or 50-foot models) serve the same function but are better for runs between mixing position and stage. Choose the 3-foot version when your digital mixer and connection points are close together.

Do I need special Cat6 cables to use this snake?

No additional cables are required - this snake cable is ready to use as-is. However, if you need to extend the connection, you can use standard Cat6 cables between your digital mixer's RJ45 output and this breakout snake. The Ethercon connector locks securely to prevent accidental disconnection during use.

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