The SAXLX-2 Blue XLR patch cable delivers reliable balanced audio connections for studio racks, live sound setups, and mobile DJ rigs. At 2 feet, this cable excels in tight spaces where longer runs create clutter and signal paths need to stay short and organized.

This XLR male to female patch cable maintains clean signal transfer between mixers, equalizers, crossovers, and amplifiers through its balanced 3-pin design. The heavy-duty flexible rubber jacket protects the connection while allowing easy routing in cramped rack spaces.

Built with 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors and comprehensive shielding, the SAXLX-2 handles professional audio signals without degradation. The bright blue color provides instant visual identification in complex setups with multiple signal paths. Metal XLR connectors ensure secure, long-lasting connections that won't work loose during transport or performance.

Musicians, DJs, sound engineers, churches, recording studios, and content creators rely on these short patch cables for connecting outboard gear in rack systems, linking mixer sections, or creating custom monitor feeds. The 2-foot length works perfectly for adjacent rack units or desktop mixing applications where cable management matters.

The female connector attaches to your source output and the male connector attaches to your destination input. The cable handles microphone-level and line-level signals equally well, making it suitable for both mic preamp connections and line-level processing chains.

Each SAXLX-2 cable comes with Seismic Audio's one-year warranty and ships ready to integrate into your existing audio system.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a 2-foot patch cable and longer XLR cables?

The 2-foot length is specifically designed for short connections between adjacent equipment in racks, mixing boards, or desktop setups. Longer cables introduce unnecessary slack and potential signal degradation in close-proximity connections. This length provides just enough reach for rack-mounted gear while maintaining clean cable management.

Can I use this cable for microphones or just line-level equipment?

This XLR patch cable works for both microphone-level and line-level signals since it uses the same balanced 3-pin XLR configuration as standard mic cables. You can use it to connect microphones, but its short 2-foot length makes it most practical for equipment-to-equipment connections rather than mic-to-mixer runs.

Will this cable work with my mixer's effects send and return jacks?

Yes, as long as your mixer has XLR send and return jacks. Many professional mixers use XLR connections for effects loops, monitor sends, and auxiliary outputs. Check your mixer's rear panel - if you see XLR outputs and inputs for effects or monitoring, this cable will handle those connections.

How does the blue color help in live sound setups?

The bright blue jacket allows instant identification in complex setups with multiple cable types and signal paths. Many engineers use color coding - blue for effects, red for monitors, black for mains - to quickly trace connections during setup or troubleshooting without following each cable end-to-end.

Do I need special connectors or adapters to use this with my audio interface?

This cable has standard 3-pin XLR connectors that plug directly into any equipment with XLR jacks. If your audio interface only has TRS or TS inputs, you'll need an XLR-to-TRS adapter. Most professional mixers, preamps, and rack processors have XLR connections that accept this cable directly.

Can I use this XLR cable for DMX lighting applications?

While this cable has the same 3-pin XLR connectors as DMX cables, it's designed for audio (75-ohm impedance) rather than DMX (120-ohm impedance). The impedance mismatch can cause signal reflections, data errors, and unreliable lighting control. DMX signals may work over short runs, but you risk intermittent failures, especially in complex lighting setups. For reliable DMX operation, use cables specifically rated for 120-ohm digital signals.

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