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Monoprice CNE600741 XLR Female to RCA Male Cable 10ft

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Premium Audio Connectivity for Professional Sound The Monoprice Premier Series XLR Female to RCA Male Cable is designed to deliver high-quality audio connections. With its 16AWG oxygen-free copper conductors, twisted-pair arrangement, and copper braid shielding, this cable ensures minimal signal ...

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Overview

Premium Audio Connectivity for Professional Sound

The Monoprice Premier Series XLR Female to RCA Male Cable is designed to deliver high-quality audio connections. With its 16AWG oxygen-free copper conductors, twisted-pair arrangement, and copper braid shielding, this cable ensures minimal signal loss and maximum clarity.

  • Connectors: XLR Female to RCA Male
  • Conductors: 16AWG Oxygen-Free Copper
  • Shielding: Copper Braid (97.5% coverage)
  • Arrangement: Twisted-Pair
  • Pinout: XLR pins 1 and 3 wired to RCA shield, XLR pin 2 wired to RCA tip
  • Length: 10 Feet

Key Features

An XLR to RCA cable converts a balanced audio signal into an unbalanced signal

The cable is made with two 16 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors in a twisted-pair arrangement

It is shielded along the full length with copper braid with 97. 5% coverage

RCA plug and pin 2 of the XLR connector

the full length with copper braid with 97. 5% coverage.

Specifications

Cable Type
XLR Female to RCA Male
Length
10ft
Conductor Material
Oxygen-free copper
Conductor Gauge
16 AWG
Conductor Arrangement
Twisted-pair
Shielding
Copper braid with 97.5% coverage
Signal Conversion
Balanced to unbalanced audio

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • The Monoprice CNE600741 cable is specifically designed to convert balanced XLR signals to unbalanced RCA.
  • It is constructed with two 16 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors arranged in a twisted-pair for signal integrity.
  • The cable benefits from full-length shielding with copper braid, offering 97.5% coverage to reduce interference.
  • Its 10ft length provides ample reach for connecting audio equipment in various setups.
  • The use of oxygen-free copper conductors is beneficial for maintaining audio signal quality.

👎 Cons

  • This cable performs a specific signal conversion (XLR to RCA), meaning it is not a general-purpose audio cable for all connections.
  • The conversion from balanced to unbalanced can sometimes introduce noise if the receiving equipment is not ideally configured.
  • While 10ft is a good length for many setups, very long runs of unbalanced cable can be more susceptible to signal degradation.
  • The product information does not specify the type of connectors (e.g., gold-plated) beyond "RCA plug and pin 2 of the XLR connector".
  • Its dedicated function means it serves a niche purpose and may not be necessary for simpler audio setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

This cable's main purpose is to convert a balanced audio signal from an XLR output into an unbalanced signal suitable for an RCA input.
The Monoprice CNE600741 cable has a length of 10 feet, providing flexibility for various audio connections.
The cable is made with two 16 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors, arranged in a twisted-pair configuration.
Yes, it is shielded along its full length with a copper braid, providing 97.5% coverage to help reduce unwanted interference.
This specific cable is designed for XLR Female to RCA Male, meaning it converts an XLR output to an RCA input signal.