The SARLX-16x25 delivers professional multi-channel audio routing for live sound engineers, studio operators, and mobile performers who need reliable signal transmission across longer distances. This 25-foot snake cable connects 16 balanced XLR inputs to 16 XLR outputs, streamlining your audio workflow whether you're running from stage to front-of-house or organizing a complex recording setup.

Built with 22 AWG copper conductors and full shielding, this snake maintains signal integrity while rejecting interference that can plague longer cable runs. The balanced XLR connections eliminate hum and buzz that typically affects unbalanced connections, ensuring clean audio reproduction from microphones, direct boxes, and line-level sources.

Each of the 16 channels features numerical labeling and color coding for fast identification during setup and troubleshooting. At 25 feet, this snake provides the reach needed for medium-sized venues, outdoor stages, or studio control room to live room connections without excess cable management.

Perfect for live bands running multiple microphones and instruments, churches managing choir mics and instruments, or recording studios connecting live rooms to control rooms. Works seamlessly with mixing consoles, audio interfaces, and PA systems that require multiple balanced inputs.

Simply connect your sources to the female XLR ends and run the male ends to your mixer or interface. The snake includes clear channel identification to eliminate guesswork during critical setup moments.

Backed by Seismic Audio's one-year warranty with professional-grade construction designed for repeated setup and breakdown in demanding environments.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What venues work best with a 25-foot snake cable?

A 25-foot snake works well for medium-sized venues like small clubs, church sanctuaries, school auditoriums, and outdoor stages where you need to route audio from stage to a front-of-house position. This length handles most scenarios where the mixing console is positioned 15-20 feet from the stage, allowing for proper cable routing without excess length creating cable management issues.

Can I connect this directly to my audio interface or mixer?

Yes, this snake connects directly to any equipment with XLR inputs and outputs. Connect your microphones, direct boxes, or other sources to the female XLR ends, then plug the male XLR ends into your mixer, audio interface, or PA system inputs. The balanced XLR connections work with all professional audio equipment using standard XLR connections.

How does 22 AWG wire compare to thicker gauge options?

22 AWG copper conductors provide excellent signal transmission for runs up to 100 feet while remaining flexible for easy handling. This gauge effectively carries microphone and line-level signals without significant loss, making it the standard choice for professional snake cables. Thicker gauges like 20 AWG offer minimal benefit at this 25-foot length while adding unnecessary weight and cost.

Will this snake work for both microphones and line-level sources?

Absolutely. This snake carries any balanced audio signal, including dynamic and condenser microphones, direct box outputs, keyboard line outs, and other professional audio sources. The balanced XLR connections and proper shielding maintain signal quality regardless of whether you're running mic-level signals from vocals or line-level signals from instruments and playback devices.

Do the color-coded channels follow a standard pattern?

The channels feature both numerical labels and color coding for quick identification during setup and troubleshooting. While color patterns can vary, the numerical labeling ensures consistent channel identification regardless of lighting conditions or color perception differences. This dual identification system speeds up setup and helps prevent connection errors during live performances.

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