{"product_id":"monoprice-xlr-male-to-1-4-trs-male-cable-3-ft-16awg","title":"Monoprice XLR Male to 1\/4\" TRS Male Cable - 3 ft, 16AWG","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonoprice Premier Series XLR male to 1\/4\" TRS male cable is a 3-foot, 16AWG balanced audio lead designed to preserve signal clarity and resist interference for studio and live use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Monoprice Premier Series cable pairs a male XLR connector with a 1\/4-inch TRS male plug to provide a secure, balanced connection between mixers, preamps, interfaces, and stage gear. Built with a separate braided shield, molded strain-relief boots, and gold-plated contacts, it’s engineered to reduce electromagnetic and radio-frequency noise while offering rugged handling for repeated setups. The 16AWG conductors support reliable low-noise transmission across short runs where signal integrity matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this cable keep recordings free from unwanted noise?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cable’s balanced wiring separates the signal and return paths and adds an independent braided shield, which helps prevent external interference from being converted into audible hum or buzz. Gold-plated connectors maintain a stable, low-resistance contact that resists corrosion over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBalanced XLR-to-TRS wiring reduces electromagnetic and RF pickup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndependent braided shield minimizes interference without altering the signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGold-plated pins lower contact resistance and improve long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this cable withstand regular touring and studio handling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Premier Series emphasizes tougher construction for repeated use. Molded strain-relief boots at both ends reduce stress on solder joints and conductors, while the robust jacket and durable connectors tolerate flexing and repeated insertions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMolded boots relieve tension where cable meets connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e16AWG conductors provide a sturdy core for consistent performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged outer jacket resists abrasion and kinking during setup and teardown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich setups and devices are compatible with an XLR male to 1\/4\" TRS male cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is intended for balanced interconnections where one device accepts an XLR input and the other uses a TRS jack. Common uses include connecting balanced outputs from preamps, DI boxes, mixers, or audio interfaces to powered speakers, line inputs, or stage snake boxes with TRS connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnecting preamps or mixers to powered monitors or amplifiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRouting balanced outputs from stage gear to FOH or recording interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse with DI boxes and outboard processors that employ XLR\/TRS terminations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this cable for? Musicians, audio engineers, podcasters, and live-sound technicians who need a short, dependable balanced lead will appreciate this Monoprice Premier Series cable. It’s suited for studio patching, stage instrument rigs, and live sound setups where minimizing noise and ensuring durable connectors are priorities. Choose this 3-foot, 16AWG option when you want a compact, high-quality link between XLR-equipped gear and TRS inputs without sacrificing signal integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this cable balanced or unbalanced?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It’s a balanced cable (XLR to TRS) with separate braided shielding to reduce noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use this for microphones?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use with active or line-level mic pre outputs; direct passive mic connection may need a proper mic preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Monoprice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48412914057373,"sku":"B001UJGNMO","price":19.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/monoprice-premier-xlr-trs-front.jpg?v=1781252947","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/monoprice-xlr-male-to-1-4-trs-male-cable-3-ft-16awg","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}