The SAXLX-6 Brown is a professional-grade 6-foot XLR patch cable designed for live sound engineers, recording studios, and mobile performers who need reliable balanced audio connections. This brown-jacketed cable provides a clean signal path between mixers, equalizers, crossovers, and amplifiers in professional audio setups.

Built with 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors, this shielded cable delivers consistent signal transfer without interference. The heavy-duty flexible rubber jacket protects the internal wiring while remaining easy to coil and store after gigs. Metal 3-pin XLR connectors (male to female) ensure solid connections that won't work loose during performances.

The 6-foot length works well for rack-to-rack connections, short mixer runs, and connecting nearby processors in your signal chain. It's also suitable as a microphone cable for vocals or instruments. The brown color coding helps with cable management in complex setups where you need to differentiate signal paths.

The female connector attaches to your source output and the male connector attaches to your destination input. Connect this cable between any gear with XLR inputs and outputs - from mixing boards to power amplifiers, or use it to link effects processors in your rack. Perfect for musicians, DJs, sound engineers, churches, recording studios, and broadcasters.

Seismic Audio backs this cable with a one-year warranty and ships it ready to use right out of the package.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between this XLR cable and an instrument cable?

This is a balanced XLR cable designed for professional audio gear with XLR inputs and outputs, like mixers and amplifiers. Instrument cables typically use 1/4" plugs and are unbalanced. XLR cables carry balanced signals that reject noise over longer runs and provide better sound quality in professional setups.

Can I use this cable for both microphones and line-level connections?

Yes, this cable works for both microphone signals (like connecting a vocal mic to your mixer) and line-level connections (like linking a mixer to a power amplifier or connecting rack processors). The same balanced XLR connection handles both signal levels effectively.

Is 6 feet long enough for most live sound applications?

Six feet works well for rack-to-rack connections, nearby processor links, and short mixer runs. For longer distances like front-of-house to stage monitors or main speakers, you'll need longer cables. This length is ideal for keeping your equipment rack organized without excess cable clutter.

Can I use this cable for DMX lighting control?

While this cable will physically connect to DMX equipment, it's not ideal for lighting control. Audio XLR cables like this one have 75-ohm impedance while DMX requires 120-ohm impedance for proper signal transmission. Using audio cables for DMX can cause signal reflections, data errors, and unreliable lighting control, especially over longer runs. The pros are that it will work for basic setups and many venues use audio XLR cables without immediate issues. The cons include potential signal degradation, intermittent lighting glitches, and system instability in complex lighting rigs. For critical lighting applications, use cables specifically designed for DMX512 protocol.

How does the brown color help in live sound setups?

Color-coded cables help you track different signal paths in complex setups. You might use brown cables for specific sources, zones, or signal types, making it easier to troubleshoot connections during soundcheck or identify the right cable when making adjustments during a performance.

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