The SATRXL-F2 is a 2-foot balanced patch cable designed for pro audio engineers who need to connect XLR and TRS gear in their signal chain. This cable bridges the gap between mixers, equalizers, compressors, crossovers, and amplifiers when your rack gear uses different connector types.

Built with 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors, this cable maintains signal integrity in professional live sound and studio applications. The balanced design ensures clean signal transfer between your console and outboard processing gear without noise or interference.

The cable features a metal 3-pin XLR female connector on one end and a metal 1/4" TRS male connector with fiberglass insulators on the other. Heavy-duty flexible rubber jacketing protects the conductors from wear during regular use, while comprehensive shielding prevents signal degradation. At 2 feet in length, it's sized for tight rack connections and compact mixing environments.

This patch cable works in any scenario where you're connecting balanced XLR outputs to TRS inputs - from feeding your mixer's send to an external compressor, to connecting processing gear between your console and power amplifiers. It's equally useful in permanent installations and portable PA setups where space is at a premium.

The cable comes ready to use with no additional accessories needed. Seismic Audio backs this patch cable with a one-year warranty and ships it fast to keep your signal chain connected.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between XLR Female to TRS and XLR Male to TRS cables?

XLR Female to TRS cables like the SATRXL-F2 are used when you need to receive a signal from an XLR male output and send it to a TRS input. This is common when connecting mixer sends to external processors, or when patching from one piece of gear with XLR outputs to another with TRS inputs. XLR Male to TRS cables work in the opposite direction.

Can I use this cable to connect my mixer to a power amplifier?

Yes, this cable works perfectly for connecting mixer outputs to amplifier inputs when your mixer has XLR outputs and your amp has TRS inputs. Many professional mixing consoles use XLR outputs while power amplifiers often feature TRS inputs, making this cable essential for completing your signal chain.

Is 2 feet long enough for rack-mounted equipment?

A 2-foot length is ideal for connecting equipment within the same rack or in adjacent rack positions. This length minimizes signal path while providing enough slack for easy connections without cable stress. For gear separated by more than one rack unit or in different racks, you'll want a longer cable.

Will this cable work with unbalanced equipment?

While this cable is designed for balanced connections, it will physically connect to unbalanced TRS jacks. However, you won't get the noise rejection benefits of balanced operation. The cable will pass signal, but for purely unbalanced applications, a dedicated unbalanced cable would be more appropriate.

What's the benefit of oxygen-free copper conductors?

Oxygen-free copper conductors provide better signal transfer with less resistance than standard copper. This results in cleaner audio transmission and better preservation of your original signal quality, particularly important in professional applications where signal integrity directly affects your sound quality.

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