The SACB-12x4x25 snake cable gives live sound engineers, bands, and venue operators a professional-grade solution for routing 12 microphone signals from stage to mixer with 4 return channels for monitors or effects sends. This 25-foot multicore cable eliminates the cable spaghetti that slows down setup and creates trip hazards during performances.

Built with circuit board technology inside a heavy-duty steel stage box, this snake delivers clean signal transmission through 100% individually shielded pairs. Each of the 25-gauge conductors maintains signal integrity while rejecting electromagnetic interference that can plague cheaper alternatives. The stage box measures 10.75" x 5.5" x 2.75", compact enough for tight stage setups but rugged enough for road use.

Twelve XLR male sends handle your vocal mics, instrument mics, and DI boxes, while four XLR female returns accommodate stage monitors or effects loops without requiring additional adapters. Both the stage box and fantail connections are numerically labeled and color-coded, speeding up setup in dark venues and reducing connection errors during quick changeovers.

This configuration works well for small to medium venues, bands with 8-12 inputs, or houses of worship needing dedicated monitor sends. The 25-foot length provides flexibility for most stage configurations without excess cable cluttering the performance area.

High-quality XLR connectors on both ends mate directly with professional mixing consoles and power amplifiers. The complete snake cable ships ready to use with no additional cables required. Seismic Audio backs this snake with a one-year warranty and ships from multiple warehouses for faster delivery.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What size venue works best with this 12x4 snake cable?

This snake cable handles small to medium venues seating up to 500 people, including clubs, churches, school auditoriums, and outdoor festivals. The 12 send channels accommodate a full band setup with vocals, drums, guitars, and keyboards, while the 4 returns provide dedicated monitor mixes or effects sends.

Do I need additional cables to connect this snake to my mixer?

No additional cables are required. The snake comes with high-quality XLR connectors on both ends that connect directly to professional mixing consoles and power amplifiers. The male XLR sends plug into your mixer's mic inputs, and the female XLR returns connect to your mixer's auxiliary or monitor outputs.

How does the circuit board technology improve performance over standard snakes?

Circuit board technology creates more reliable connections inside the stage box compared to traditional hand-wired junction boxes. This design reduces connection failures, eliminates cold solder joints that can cause intermittent problems, and provides better long-term durability for touring and permanent installations.

Can this snake handle phantom power for condenser microphones?

Yes, this snake fully supports +48V phantom power transmission through all 12 send channels. The individually shielded conductors and high-quality XLR connectors maintain proper phantom power delivery without voltage drop or interference, making it suitable for condenser mics, active DI boxes, and other phantom-powered devices.

What's the difference between this 12x4 configuration and a straight 16-channel snake?

The 12x4 configuration provides 12 sends for microphones and instruments plus 4 dedicated returns for stage monitors or effects loops. A straight 16-channel snake gives you 16 sends but no returns, requiring separate cables for monitor feeds. Choose the 12x4 if you need dedicated monitor sends; choose a 16-channel if you need maximum input capacity.

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