The SATRXL-M3 six-pack delivers professional balanced XLR male to 1/4" TRS patch cables in a distinctive blue color for easy identification in complex setups. These 3-foot cables bridge the gap between XLR and TRS equipment, making them essential for connecting mixers to outboard gear like equalizers, compressors, crossovers, and amplifiers.

Each cable features a robust metal 3-pin XLR male connector on one end and a metal 1/4" TRS connector with high-grade fiberglass insulators on the other. The heavy-duty flexible rubber jacket protects the 22-gauge oxygen-free copper conductors inside, while the shielded design maintains signal integrity in electrically noisy environments.

The 3-foot length provides the flexibility needed for rack-mounted gear connections without excess cable clutter. Whether you're routing signals from a mixing console to a graphic EQ, connecting a crossover to power amplifiers, or patching between various pieces of outboard processing equipment, these cables handle balanced audio signals reliably. The blue color coding helps technicians quickly identify specific signal paths during setup and troubleshooting.

Perfect for live sound engineers, studio technicians, and venue installations where different manufacturers use different connector types on their equipment. Each cable maintains the balanced signal path that professional audio demands, ensuring clean signal transfer between your mixer and rack gear.

Seismic Audio backs these cables with a full one-year warranty. All six cables ship ready to use straight from the box.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

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

XLR to TRS cables like the SATRXL-M3 carry balanced signals with three conductors (positive, negative, and ground), which helps reject noise and interference over longer runs. XLR to TS cables only carry unbalanced signals and are more susceptible to noise. For professional audio applications connecting mixers to equalizers, compressors, or amplifiers, you want the balanced TRS connection.

Can I use these cables to connect my mixer directly to powered speakers?

These cables are designed for mixer-to-outboard gear connections where both ends expect line-level balanced signals. Most powered speakers have XLR inputs, so you'd typically use XLR-to-XLR cables for that application. Use these SATRXL-M3 cables when your mixer has XLR outputs but your equalizer, crossover, or amplifier has 1/4" TRS inputs.

Why choose 3-foot cables instead of longer lengths?

The 3-foot length is ideal for rack-mounted equipment where you need just enough cable to make clean connections without excess length creating clutter behind your rack. Shorter cables also minimize potential signal degradation and reduce the chance of picking up electromagnetic interference in dense equipment setups.

Are these cables suitable for phantom power applications?

Yes, these balanced cables can safely carry phantom power from your mixer to condenser microphones or active DI boxes when connected through appropriate adapters. The XLR male connector properly carries the +48V phantom power signal, though you'd typically use this configuration with a TRS-to-XLR adapter rather than connecting directly to TRS inputs.

How do I know if my equipment needs balanced or unbalanced cables?

Professional mixers, equalizers, compressors, and crossovers typically use balanced connections (XLR or TRS) to maintain signal quality. If your equipment has XLR outputs and 1/4" TRS inputs, these SATRXL-M3 cables are exactly what you need. Consumer gear often uses unbalanced TS connections, which would require different cables.

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