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Monoprice 104759 XLR Male to TRS Male 1.5ft & 104768 3ft Cable
Braided-shield XLR-to-TRS balanced cable pair in 1.5ft and 3ft lengths for clean, noise-free audio connections.
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Overview
Connect with Confidence Using Premier Series Cables
This Monoprice Premier Series cable set includes a 1.5-foot XLR Male to 1/4-Inch TRS Male cable and a 3-foot XLR Female to 1/4-Inch TRS Male cable. These balanced audio cables deliver high fidelity and eliminate noise for professional audio applications.
- Cable 1: Monoprice 104759 1.5-Feet Premier Series XLR Male to 1/4-Inch TRS Male 16AWG Cable Black
- Cable 2: Monoprice 104768 3-Feet Premier Series XLR Female to 1/4-Inch TRS Male 16AWG Cable Gold
- Type: Balanced Audio Cables
- Construction: Impedance Balanced Lines with Braided Shield
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Balanced impedance design effectively rejects hum, buzz, and electromagnetic interference
- 16AWG conductors are thicker than standard cables, providing durable and reliable signal paths
- Braided shield construction offers superior noise rejection compared to spiral-wrapped shielding
- Two complementary cable lengths and connector genders cover common studio wiring needs in one purchase
- Short 1.5ft and 3ft lengths keep cable runs tidy and reduce clutter on desks and in racks
👎 Cons
- Short cable lengths of 1.5 and 3 feet are insufficient for stage use or long equipment runs
- Only two cables in the set, which may not cover a full studio wiring setup
- TRS connectors are 1/4-inch only, so 3.5mm equipment requires an additional adapter
- No right-angle connector options, which can be awkward in tight rack or pedalboard spaces
- Basic black and gold color coding may make it harder to visually distinguish the two cables at a glance
Frequently Asked Questions
What connectors are included in this cable set?
The set includes two cables: a 1.5-foot cable with XLR male to 1/4-inch TRS male connectors, and a 3-foot cable with XLR female to 1/4-inch TRS male connectors.
Are these cables balanced or unbalanced?
Both cables are fully balanced with impedance-balanced lines, which cancels out electromagnetic interference and delivers a clean audio signal without hum or noise.
What gauge wire is used in these cables?
Both cables use 16AWG (American Wire Gauge) conductors, which is a heavier gauge than many stock cables and supports strong, reliable signal transmission.
What is the braided shield for?
The braided shield wraps around the internal conductors to block radio frequency and electromagnetic interference from nearby power cables, lighting, and other electronics, keeping your audio signal clean.
Can I use these cables for both microphones and line-level gear?
Yes. The XLR-to-TRS configuration works for connecting microphones to mixers, audio interfaces, or balanced line-level equipment like studio monitors and outboard processors.
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