These 25-foot XLR male to TRS patch cables connect balanced mixer outputs to rack gear inputs, solving the common connection mismatch between XLR and quarter-inch equipment. The 6-pack provides enough cables to handle a full rack setup with room for backups.

Each cable features heavy-duty rubber jacketing that handles the constant flexing of live sound applications without cracking or failing. The shielded design prevents hum and noise in professional audio environments where clean signal paths matter.

At 25 feet, these cables give you the reach needed for typical rack-to-mixer distances without excess length cluttering your setup. The yellow color coding helps identify balanced patch connections at a glance during setup and troubleshooting. 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors maintain signal integrity across the full frequency spectrum.

Use these to connect mixing consoles to equalizers, compressors, crossovers, or amplifier inputs in live sound rigs. They're ideal for houses of worship connecting digital mixers to processing racks, bands running balanced connections to power amps, and venues with permanent installations requiring reliable patch connections.

Each cable terminates with a 3-pin XLR male connector on one end and a quarter-inch TRS male on the other. The pack includes six individual 25-foot cables.

Seismic Audio backs these patch cables with a one-year warranty. Professional-grade construction at a price point that makes sense for working musicians and sound engineers.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment do these XLR to TRS cables connect?

These cables connect balanced mixer outputs (XLR) to rack equipment inputs (TRS), such as equalizers, compressors, crossovers, and amplifiers. They're commonly used when your mixer has XLR sends but your processing gear or amps have quarter-inch balanced inputs. This eliminates the need for adapters while maintaining a balanced signal path.

Why do I need 25-foot cables for rack connections?

The 25-foot length handles typical distances between front-of-house mixing positions and equipment racks without excess cable cluttering your setup. This length works well for permanent installations in churches or venues, mobile DJ rigs with separate rack cases, and band setups where the mixer needs to be accessible while racks stay in protected areas.

Can I use these cables for microphone connections?

No, these cables won't work for microphones. Microphones require XLR male to XLR female cables, while these are XLR male to TRS male specifically designed for balanced line-level connections between mixers and rack equipment. Using these for mics would require additional adapters and may cause impedance mismatching.

How does the yellow color coding help in live sound setups?

Yellow cables make it easy to identify balanced patch connections during setup and troubleshooting. Many engineers use color coding to distinguish between different signal types - yellow for patches, black for mains, red for monitors. This visual system speeds up setup and helps prevent connection errors during load-in.

Are these cables suitable for outdoor events and touring?

Yes, the heavy-duty rubber jacket withstands the constant coiling, temperature changes, and physical stress of mobile applications. The shielded design prevents interference from lighting systems and other electronic equipment commonly found at outdoor venues. The 6-pack quantity provides backups for critical connections during multi-day events or tours.

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