Professional XLR patch cables for musicians, DJs, sound engineers, podcasters, churches, and recording studios. This 6-pack of black XLR cables handles the balanced audio connections that keep your signal chain clean and your setup organized.

Each cable delivers balanced audio transmission through heavy-duty metal 3-pin XLR connectors—male on one end, female on the other. The flexible rubber jacket protects against stage wear while maintaining cable flexibility during setup and breakdown. The female connector attaches to your source output and the male connector attaches to your destination input.

Built with 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors and proper shielding, these 6-foot cables maintain signal integrity across your entire audio chain. The balanced design eliminates ground loop hum and noise pickup that can plague unbalanced connections in complex setups.

Use these for connecting mixing consoles to graphic EQs, crossovers to amplifiers, or processors to monitor feeds. They work equally well for microphone extension or any application requiring balanced XLR connectivity. Six cables give you enough flexibility to route a small band PA or connect multiple zones in a church sound system.

Standard 6-foot length provides routing flexibility without excess cable cluttering your setup. Connects any equipment with XLR inputs and outputs—from analog mixers to digital processors to powered speakers with XLR pass-through.

Seismic Audio backs these cables with a one-year warranty and ships them ready to work out of the box.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between XLR patch cables and microphone cables?

XLR patch cables and microphone cables use identical connectors and wiring, so they're completely interchangeable. The term "patch cable" simply indicates these are designed for connecting equipment rather than extending microphones, but there's no technical difference. You can use these for microphones or any other balanced XLR application.

How many cables do I need for a basic band PA system?

A typical 4-piece band setup requires 2-4 XLR patch cables: one from mixer to graphic EQ, one from EQ to crossover, and potentially separate connections to monitor processors. This 6-pack provides extras for expansion or backup, plus enough cables for larger setups with multiple zones or processing chains.

Can these cables work for DMX lighting control?

While these XLR cables physically connect to DMX equipment, there are important technical considerations. DMX signals require 120-ohm impedance cable, while audio XLR cables like these typically use 75-ohm impedance. This impedance mismatch can cause signal reflections, data errors, and unreliable lighting control over longer runs. For short DMX connections under 20 feet, these cables often work adequately, but dedicated DMX cable is recommended for professional lighting installations and longer cable runs to ensure reliable data transmission.

What equipment connects with XLR patch cables?

XLR patch cables connect mixing consoles, graphic equalizers, crossovers, compressors, amplifiers, and any pro audio gear with balanced XLR inputs and outputs. They're also used for connecting microphones to mixers, powered speakers with XLR pass-through, and stage monitors that accept XLR input.

Do I need expensive cables for short patch connections?

For 6-foot patch connections between rack-mounted gear, cable quality matters less than durability and connector reliability. These cables provide proper shielding and solid metal XLR connectors at the connection points where signal integrity is most critical. The oxygen-free copper conductors ensure clean signal transmission without the premium cost of boutique cables.

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