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Monoprice 104779 XLR to RCA Male Cable 15ft Premier Series
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Premium Audio Connectivity: Monoprice XLR Male to RCA Male Cable The Monoprice Premier Series XLR Male to RCA Male Cable delivers superior audio signal transfer for professional and home audio setups. Designed with high-quality materials and construction, this cable ensures clear and accurate sou...
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Overview
Premium Audio Connectivity: Monoprice XLR Male to RCA Male Cable
The Monoprice Premier Series XLR Male to RCA Male Cable delivers superior audio signal transfer for professional and home audio setups. Designed with high-quality materials and construction, this cable ensures clear and accurate sound reproduction with minimal interference.
Specifications:
- Connectors: XLR Male to RCA Male
- Length: 15 Feet
- Conductors: 16AWG Shielded Twisted Pair Oxygen-Free Copper
- Shielding: Copper Braid with 97.5% Coverage
- Connectors: Gold Plated
Key Features
An XLR to RCA cable converts a balanced audio signal into an unbalanced signal.
This is good for sending audio signals from an XLR source to an RCA input, or vice versa. Regardless of direction, the result will be an unbalanced signal.
The cable is made with two 16 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors, in a twisted-pair arrangement, and is shielded along the full length with copper braid with 97.5% coverage.
This cable uses the standard pinout with pins 1 and 3 of the XLR connector wired to the shield of the RCA plug and pin 2 of the XLR connector wired to the tip of the RCA plug.
Specifications
Cable Type
XLR Male to RCA Male
Length
15 ft
Conductor Gauge
16 AWG
Conductor Material
Oxygen-Free Copper
Shielding
Copper Braid (97.5% coverage)
XLR Pinout
Pins 1 and 3 to RCA shield, Pin 2 to RCA tip
Signal Type
Converts balanced to unbalanced
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Converts balanced XLR audio signals to unbalanced RCA signals, or vice versa, for broad compatibility.
- Features two 16 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors in a twisted-pair arrangement for signal integrity.
- Shielded along its full length with a copper braid boasting 97.5% coverage to repel interference.
- Equipped with the standard pinout, connecting XLR pins 1 and 3 to the RCA shield, and XLR pin 2 to the RCA tip.
- Offers a 15-foot length, providing ample reach for connecting audio equipment in various setups.
👎 Cons
- Converts any balanced signal to unbalanced, potentially introducing noise over longer runs if the receiving device is far.
- The 15-foot length, while useful for many setups, might be too short for larger stages or complex installations.
- Requires proper understanding of pinout for specific audio applications to ensure correct signal flow.
- Its primary function is signal conversion, meaning it does not enhance or process the audio signal quality itself.
- While shielded, performance in extremely noisy electrical environments might still face limitations with unbalanced signals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary function of this Monoprice XLR to RCA cable?
This cable is designed to convert a balanced audio signal from an XLR source into an unbalanced signal for an RCA input, or to convert an RCA signal for an XLR input.
What type of conductors are used in this cable?
The cable is constructed with two 16 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors, arranged in a twisted-pair configuration for efficient signal transmission.
How well does this cable protect against electrical interference?
It is shielded along its entire length with a copper braid that provides 97.5% coverage, helping to repel electromagnetic interference in electrically noisy environments.
Can this cable be used to send an unbalanced signal to a balanced input?
Yes, it can be used for sending an audio signal from an RCA source to an XLR input, though the resulting signal will remain unbalanced.
What is the specific pinout configuration for the XLR connector on this cable?
The XLR connector uses a standard pinout where pins 1 and 3 are wired to the shield of the RCA plug, and pin 2 of the XLR connector is wired to the tip of the RCA plug.
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