The SARMSS-16x1530 splitter snake is built for live sound engineers who need to send 16 channels from the stage to two separate mixing positions. This 2U rack-mountable unit handles everything from house and monitor splits to recording feeds and broadcast distribution.

This hardwired Y-splitter sends your stage signals to two destinations simultaneously without signal loss or interference. The heavy-duty steel stage box accepts both XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs through combo jacks, while dual XLR trunks deliver clean feeds to your consoles.

Each of the 16 channels uses 22-gauge conductors with individual shielding to eliminate crosstalk and reject noise. The dual trunk design provides a 15-foot run and a 30-foot run, giving you positioning flexibility for monitor and front-of-house consoles. All connections are clearly labeled for quick setup, and the rugged construction handles the demands of touring and permanent installations.

Perfect for churches splitting signals between sanctuary and broadcast mixing, venues running separate monitor and FOH consoles, or recording studios capturing live performances. The combo jacks accept both microphones and line-level sources, making this suitable for bands, conferences, and theater productions.

Connect microphones and instruments to the stage box combo jacks, then run the two XLR trunks to your mixing consoles. The unit mounts in any standard 19-inch rack for clean installation. Includes one-year warranty with fast shipping from Seismic Audio.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this splitter snake pass phantom power to condenser microphones?

Yes, the SARMSS-16x1530 passes 48V phantom power from your mixing console through to condenser microphones connected at the stage box. Phantom power is essential for powering condenser mics, ribbon mics, and active DI boxes. When you enable phantom power on your console channel, it travels through the snake to power your microphones at the stage end.

How is this different from a regular snake cable?

Regular snakes send signals from stage to one mixing console. This splitter snake splits each input signal to two outputs, sending identical feeds to two separate destinations like a monitor console and front-of-house console. It's a hardwired Y-splitter without isolation transformers, so both receiving consoles share the same signal path.

How do the combo jacks work on the stage box?

The combo jacks accept both XLR microphone cables and 1/4" TRS line cables in the same connector. This lets you plug in microphones, keyboards, bass guitars with DI boxes, or any balanced line-level source without needing separate input types. The combo design saves space while maintaining professional connectivity standards.

What are typical installation applications for this splitter snake?

Churches use these to split between sanctuary mixing and broadcast/recording consoles. Live venues split between monitor engineers and front-of-house mixers. Recording studios capture live band performances while sending feeds to headphone monitoring systems. Conference centers distribute audio between room sound and streaming/recording setups.

What's the advantage of having 15-foot and 30-foot trunks?

The dual trunk lengths provide positioning flexibility for different console locations. Use the 15-foot trunk for nearby monitor consoles or recording interfaces, while the 30-foot trunk reaches front-of-house positions or broadcast rooms. This eliminates excess cable coiling and reduces the risk of signal interference from cable loops.

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