The SAST-12-24-7 insert snake is built for sound engineers and musicians who need to patch external processors into mixing board insert points. This 7-foot snake breaks out 12 TRS insert connections into separate send and return paths, giving you the flexibility to route effects processors, compressors, and EQs exactly where you need them in your signal chain.

Each TRS connector splits into dedicated TS send and return jacks, allowing you to insert processors on individual channels without tying up your board's aux sends. The snake handles 12 channels simultaneously, making it ideal for drum processing, vocal chains, or any situation where you need multiple insert points.

The cable uses 22-gauge high-purity copper conductors for reliable signal transfer, with each channel color-coded and numerically labeled for quick identification during setup. At 7 feet, it provides enough reach for most live sound and studio configurations without excess cable cluttering your workspace.

Perfect for live sound engineers running outboard gear on mixing consoles, recording studios patching hardware processors, and mobile setups where you need multiple insert points but want to keep cable runs manageable. Works with any mixing board that has TRS insert jacks and any outboard processor with TS inputs and outputs.

Connect the TRS ends to your mixer's insert jacks and the TS ends to your processors' inputs and outputs. The cable comes ready to use with no additional adapters needed. Seismic Audio backs this insert snake with a one-year warranty and ships direct to get your signal chain connected fast.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What mixing boards work with this insert snake?

This snake works with any mixing board that has 1/4" TRS insert jacks. Most analog and digital consoles from brands like Yamaha, Allen & Heath, Soundcraft, and PreSonus use this standard TRS insert format. Check your board's manual to confirm the insert jack configuration before ordering.

Can I use this snake for effects processors and compressors?

Yes, this snake is designed specifically for patching outboard processors like compressors, EQs, gates, and effects units into your mixer's insert points. Each TRS connection splits into separate send and return paths, so you can insert processors on individual channels while maintaining your signal flow.

How many channels can I process simultaneously with this snake?

This snake handles 12 channels of insert processing simultaneously. You get 12 TRS connections on the mixer end that break out to 24 TS connectors (12 sends, 12 returns) on the processor end, allowing you to insert gear on 12 different mixer channels at once.

What's the difference between insert snakes and regular audio snakes?

Insert snakes split TRS connections into separate send and return paths for patching processors, while regular audio snakes just extend multiple audio lines. This insert snake lets you route signals out to processors and back into your mixer, rather than just sending audio from one location to another.

Do I need any adapters or additional cables with this snake?

No additional cables or adapters are needed. The snake comes with TRS connectors for your mixer's insert jacks and TS connectors for your processors' inputs and outputs. Just connect the TRS ends to your board's inserts and the corresponding TS sends and returns to your outboard gear.

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