The SATXSW-8x5 insert snake cable connects mixing consoles to outboard processors, effects units, and other pro audio gear with XLR inputs and outputs. At 5 feet long, it's designed for equipment positioned close to your mixing board.

This 4-channel insert snake carries signals from your console's insert points to external processors and back again through dedicated send and return paths. Each channel provides one TRS connection splitting to both XLR male (send) and XLR female (return) connectors.

Built with 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors for clean signal transmission and effective RF rejection, the cable features shielded and balanced construction throughout. The fantail end uses color-coded and numerically labeled wires to eliminate connection errors during setup. Both ends feature serviceable connectors for field repairs.

Use this snake for connecting compressors, EQs, reverbs, and other rack-mounted processors to individual console channels in recording studios and live sound applications. It handles both microphone and line-level signals effectively for professional audio installations.

The console end terminates in 8 TRS male quarter-inch connectors that plug directly into your mixer's insert points. The processor end provides 4 XLR male outputs (sends) and 4 XLR female inputs (returns) for seamless integration with professional outboard gear.

Seismic Audio backs this insert snake with a one-year warranty and ships nationwide. Professional-grade construction meets the demands of studio and live sound applications.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between send and return on an insert snake?

The XLR male connectors are sends that carry your console's signal to the processor input, while the XLR female connectors are returns that bring the processed signal back to your console. Each TRS connector at the console end carries both the send and return signal on separate conductors, splitting them at the processor end for proper signal flow through your outboard gear.

Can I use this snake for connecting effects processors to my mixing board?

Yes, this insert snake is specifically designed for connecting compressors, EQs, reverbs, gates, and other processors to your console's insert points. The 5-foot length works well for rack-mounted processors positioned near your mixing position, allowing you to process individual channels through external gear while maintaining proper signal levels.

How do I connect this to my mixing console's insert jacks?

Plug the TRS male quarter-inch connectors into your console's insert jacks, which are typically located on each channel strip. The console automatically splits the signal into send and return paths through the TRS connection. Connect the XLR male ends to your processor inputs and XLR female ends to processor outputs.

Is 5 feet long enough for most studio and live sound setups?

The 5-foot length is ideal for processors mounted in racks positioned directly beside or behind your mixing console. This length prevents excess cable clutter while providing enough reach for typical rack configurations in both studio control rooms and live sound mixing positions without signal degradation.

What gauge wire does this snake use and why does it matter?

This snake uses 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors with shielding for each channel. The OFC construction provides clean signal transmission with superior RF rejection, while the balanced design eliminates noise pickup common in unbalanced connections. This ensures your processed audio maintains professional quality through the insert loop.

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