The SAXLX-3 Blue 3-foot XLR patch cable delivers reliable balanced audio connections for musicians, DJs, churches, recording studios, live sound professionals, and broadcasters who need short-run connectivity between rack-mounted gear. This professional-grade patch cable handles the critical signal routing that keeps your PA system running smoothly.

Built with metal 3-pin XLR connectors (male and female), this cable creates secure balanced connections between mixers, equalizers, crossovers, and amplifiers. The 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors ensure clean signal transfer, while the heavy-duty flexible rubber jacket withstands the rigors of frequent setup and teardown. The female connector attaches to your source output and the male connector attaches to your destination input.

At 3 feet in length, this cable is perfectly sized for rack connections and tight spaces where longer cables create unnecessary clutter. The shielded design protects your audio signal from interference in electrically noisy environments like studios with lighting systems or outdoor events with generators.

Whether you're connecting outboard processors in a church sound system, linking DJ mixers to powered speakers, or patching effects units in a band's live rig, this XLR cable handles professional audio applications reliably. The distinctive blue color coding helps with cable management in complex setups.

Each cable comes ready to use with male and female XLR connectors pre-wired. Seismic Audio backs this patch cable with a one-year warranty and ships directly to your door, giving you professional connectivity without the pro audio markup.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment can I connect with this XLR patch cable?

This cable works with any gear that has balanced XLR inputs and outputs, including mixing consoles, equalizers, crossovers, compressors, amplifiers, and powered speakers. It's also suitable for microphone connections.

Is 3 feet long enough for rack-mounted equipment?

Yes, 3 feet is the standard length for connecting rack-mounted processors, effects units, and amplifiers within the same rack or between adjacent racks. This length minimizes cable clutter while providing enough reach for most professional rack configurations.

Can I use this cable for microphones?

Absolutely. This XLR cable works perfectly for dynamic and condenser microphones, providing the same balanced connection as dedicated microphone cables. The 3-foot length makes it ideal for close-miked instruments or backup vocal mics.

What's the difference between this and an unbalanced cable?

XLR cables like this one carry balanced audio signals, which reject noise and interference much better than unbalanced connections. This makes them essential for professional audio applications where signal integrity matters, especially over longer cable runs or in noisy electrical environments.

Do I need multiple cables for stereo connections?

Yes, each XLR cable carries one channel of audio. For stereo connections between equipment like mixers and processors, you'll need two cables - one for the left channel and one for the right channel.

Can I use this cable for DMX lighting applications?

While this cable can physically connect to DMX equipment, it's not ideal for lighting control. Audio XLR cables use 75-ohm impedance while DMX requires 120-ohm impedance. This mismatch can cause signal reflections, intermittent lighting behavior, and data transmission errors in complex lighting setups. For reliable DMX operation, use dedicated DMX512 cables with proper 120-ohm impedance rating.

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