The SARMSS-32x530 serves live sound engineers, venues, and production companies who need to split 32 channels between monitor and front-of-house consoles simultaneously. This rack-mountable splitter snake handles complex multi-console setups where standard snakes fall short.

This hardwired Y-splitter takes one input signal per channel and splits it to two outputs, allowing you to feed both your monitor engineer and FOH engineer from the same stage sources. The 4-space rack-mountable steel stage box mounts directly in your rack case for streamlined transport and professional installations.

Each of the 32 channels features XLR/TRS combo jacks on the stage box end, accepting either XLR or 1/4" inputs from microphones, DI boxes, or instruments. Two hardwired trunks extend from the stage box—one 5-foot trunk for close monitor console placement and one 30-foot trunk for FOH console positioning. All 32 pairs use individually shielded 22-gauge conductors to prevent crosstalk and maintain signal integrity across long runs.

Live venues, theaters, and outdoor festivals rely on this configuration when running separate monitor and FOH engineers. Churches and conference centers use it for permanent installations where the monitor console sits stage-side while the FOH console operates from the back of the room. The dual-trunk design eliminates the need for additional extension cables in most venue layouts.

The stage box connects to your microphones and instruments via standard XLR and 1/4" cables (not included). Both fantails terminate in male XLR connectors that plug directly into mixing console inputs.

Seismic Audio backs this professional splitter snake with a one-year warranty and ships it ready for immediate deployment in demanding live sound environments.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this splitter snake pass phantom power to condenser microphones?

Yes, the SARMSS-32x530 passes 48V phantom power from your mixing consoles through to condenser microphones connected to the stage box. When either console sends phantom power, it reaches the microphone through the splitter's hardwired connections. Phantom power is essential for condenser microphones to operate, as they require this voltage to power their internal electronics and provide proper signal output.

How is this different from a regular snake cable?

A regular snake sends signals one direction from stage to console, while this splitter snake splits each input signal to feed two separate consoles simultaneously. You connect microphones and instruments to the stage box, then both the 5-foot and 30-foot trunks carry identical signals to your monitor and FOH consoles. This eliminates the need to choose between monitor mixing and front-of-house mixing—you can run both consoles from the same stage sources.

How do the XLR/TRS combo jacks work on the stage box?

Each combo jack accepts either an XLR connector or a 1/4" TRS plug in the same input. You can plug a microphone's XLR directly into the combo jack, or connect a 1/4" cable from a DI box or instrument. The combo design provides maximum flexibility for different source types without requiring adapters or separate input types.

What are typical installation applications for this dual-trunk splitter?

Permanent installations in churches, theaters, and conference centers benefit from the different trunk lengths—the 5-foot trunk reaches a nearby monitor console while the 30-foot trunk extends to a FOH position in the venue. Live events use this configuration when the monitor engineer operates from stage side and the FOH engineer mixes from audience position, with the dual trunks eliminating the need for additional extension cables.

What setup scenarios work best with the 5-foot and 30-foot trunk combination?

The 5-foot trunk typically connects to a monitor console positioned near or on stage, while the 30-foot trunk reaches FOH consoles located in the audience area or sound booth. This configuration works well in venues where the monitor mixing position is within 5 feet of the stage box, and the main FOH console sits 20-30 feet away, providing positioning flexibility without requiring additional cable runs.

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