These balanced XLR male to TRS patch cables bridge the connection gap between professional mixing consoles and rack-mount processors like equalizers, compressors, and crossovers. When your mixer outputs XLR but your outboard gear takes 1/4" TRS inputs, this 8-pack provides the exact cables you need.

Each 10-foot cable delivers clean, balanced signal transfer from board to processor and back again. The shielded design prevents noise and interference from corrupting your audio path, while 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors maintain signal integrity across the full frequency spectrum.

Built with metal XLR male connectors and metal 1/4" TRS plugs featuring high-grade fiberglass insulators, these cables handle the repeated connections of live sound work. The heavy-duty rubber jacket flexes without cracking, essential for cables that get coiled and moved show after show. At 10 feet, they provide enough reach for standard rack configurations without excess cable cluttering your setup.

Perfect for connecting your mixing board to a 31-band EQ before hitting your power amplifiers, or patching your console's aux sends to outboard reverb units. Mobile DJs use these to connect their mixers to external compressors, while churches rely on them for routing signals through their equipment racks. The 8-pack quantity handles a complete rack setup with spares.

Simply connect XLR male end to your mixer's balanced outputs and TRS end to your processor inputs. Each cable includes Seismic Audio's one-year warranty and ships fast nationwide.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment do these XLR to TRS cables connect?

These cables connect mixing consoles with XLR outputs to rack-mount processors with 1/4" TRS inputs. Common connections include mixer main outputs to equalizers, aux sends to reverb units, or console inserts to compressors and gates. They're essential for integrating outboard gear into your signal chain.

How many cables do I need for a typical rack setup?

Most basic setups need 4-6 cables: two for stereo main outputs to your EQ, two for aux sends to effects processors, and additional cables for insert connections. This 8-pack provides enough cables for a complete rack configuration with spares, making it ideal for mobile setups or permanent installations.

Will these work with my digital mixing console?

Yes, these work with any mixer that has balanced XLR outputs, including digital consoles from Behringer, Yamaha, Allen & Heath, and others. The balanced design maintains signal integrity whether you're running analog or digital sources through your processing chain.

What's the difference between TRS and TS connections?

TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) provides balanced connections that reject noise and interference, essential for professional audio. These cables specifically use TRS to maintain the balanced signal from your XLR output. Using TS (unbalanced) connections would introduce noise and defeat the purpose of balanced mixing console outputs.

Can I use these for microphone connections?

No, these are designed for line-level signals between mixers and processors, not microphone connections. Microphones require XLR female inputs, while these terminate in XLR male connectors. Use standard XLR male-to-female microphone cables for mic connections instead.

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