The SA-2RAXRM05 is a 5-foot dual XLR male to RCA male patch cable designed for musicians, DJs, and audio engineers who need to connect professional audio gear with XLR outputs to consumer audio equipment with RCA inputs. This cable bridges the gap between pro audio mixing consoles, interfaces, and microphone preamps and home stereo receivers, powered monitors, or recording devices.

This unbalanced interconnect cable converts balanced XLR signals to unbalanced RCA connections, making it essential for integrating professional microphones or line-level sources into home studios, DJ setups, or live sound systems. The dual-channel design handles stereo signals from mixing console main outputs or audio interface line outs directly to powered speakers or amplifiers with RCA inputs.

The cable features oxygen-free copper conductors with foil shielding to minimize signal degradation and interference. Nickel-plated connectors ensure reliable connections that resist corrosion over time. The heavy-duty PVC jacket provides flexibility for routing while strain relief protects connection points from damage during setup and breakdown.

Use this cable to connect mixing console stereo outputs to powered monitors in small venues, link audio interfaces to DJ mixers, or route microphone signals from XLR preamps to RCA-equipped recording devices. It's particularly useful for mobile DJs connecting professional mixers to venue sound systems or musicians recording direct from XLR-equipped preamps into consumer-grade audio interfaces.

The parallel-run design allows the cable to be separated into two individual XLR-to-RCA cables when needed. Seismic Audio backs this interconnect with reliable construction for consistent performance in studio and live applications.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this cable to connect my mixing console to powered speakers?

Yes, this cable works well for connecting mixing console main outputs to powered speakers with RCA inputs. The dual XLR male connectors plug into your mixer's stereo output, while the RCA males connect to the line inputs on powered monitors or active speakers. This setup is common in small venues, home studios, and mobile DJ applications.

Is this cable balanced or unbalanced, and does that matter?

This is an unbalanced cable, which means it converts balanced XLR signals to unbalanced RCA connections. While you'll lose some noise rejection compared to fully balanced connections, the cable works perfectly for most studio and live sound applications under 25 feet. The foil shielding helps maintain signal integrity for typical use cases.

Can I separate this dual cable into two individual cables?

Yes, the parallel-run design allows you to separate this into two individual XLR male to RCA male cables when needed. This flexibility is useful when you need to route left and right channels to different locations or when connecting mono sources that require separate cable runs.

What's the difference between using XLR and RCA connections for audio?

XLR connections are typically found on professional audio equipment like mixers, microphones, and audio interfaces, while RCA connections are common on consumer audio gear like home stereo receivers and some powered speakers. This cable lets you connect professional XLR outputs to consumer RCA inputs, maintaining good signal quality for recording and playback.

Will this cable work for connecting microphones to my audio interface?

This cable is designed for line-level connections, not microphone-level signals. Use it to connect line outputs from mixing consoles, audio interfaces, or microphone preamps to RCA-equipped recording devices or monitors. For direct microphone connections, you'll need a microphone preamp between the mic and this cable.

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