The SAXT-16x20F is a 16-channel multicore snake cable built for engineers, bands, and venues that need reliable signal routing between stage and mixing position. This 20-foot snake eliminates the cable clutter of running individual lines, making setup faster and your stage cleaner.

Each channel features XLR female connectors on one end and 1/4" TRS male plugs on the other, letting you route balanced signals from microphones, DI boxes, or stage gear directly to your mixer or audio interface. The color-coded design speeds up patching and reduces connection errors during setup or breakdown.

Built with 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors and proper shielding, this snake maintains signal integrity while rejecting radio frequency interference that can plague cheaper cables. The balanced design ensures quiet operation even in electrically noisy environments like clubs or outdoor festivals.

Perfect for live bands connecting stage mics and instruments to front-of-house mixers, recording studios running multiple sources to interfaces, or venues that need permanent snake installations between stage and booth. The 20-foot length works well for small to medium stages and most studio control room setups.

Connect XLR microphones, DI boxes, or outboard gear to the female ends, then plug the TRS connectors into your mixer's line inputs or patch bay. Each channel is individually shielded for crosstalk-free performance.

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Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between TRS and TS connectors on snake cables?

TRS (tip-ring-sleeve) connectors carry balanced signals with separate conductors for hot, cold, and ground, providing better noise rejection than TS (tip-sleeve) unbalanced connections. This snake uses TRS connectors to maintain the balanced signal path from your XLR sources through to your mixer inputs.

Can I use this snake to connect microphones directly to a PA mixer?

Yes, this snake is designed exactly for that purpose. Connect your microphones to the XLR female ends, then plug the TRS connectors into the line inputs on your mixer. The balanced design maintains clean signal transfer across all 16 channels simultaneously.

What size venues work best with a 20-foot snake cable?

A 20-foot snake works well for small clubs, rehearsal studios, small outdoor stages, or any setup where your mixing position is within 15-18 feet of the stage. For larger venues or permanent installations requiring longer runs, consider our 50-foot or 100-foot snake options.

Do I need direct boxes when using this snake with guitars and basses?

Yes, you'll still need DI boxes for electric guitars and basses. This snake carries the signal from your DI box's XLR output to your mixer, but the DI box is what converts the high-impedance instrument signal to the low-impedance balanced signal the snake is designed to carry.

How does individual channel shielding improve performance over basic snakes?

Individual shielding prevents crosstalk between channels, so a loud signal on one channel won't bleed into adjacent channels. This is especially important when running hot microphone signals alongside quieter instrument feeds, ensuring each channel maintains its signal integrity without interference from neighboring channels.

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