Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium Short XLR to XLR Cables, XLR Microphone Cable 3 Feet, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) XLR Male to Female Cord, Mic Cord, XLR Speaker Cable, Black
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Brand | Cable Matters |
Connector Type | XLR |
Cable Type | XLR |
Compatible Devices | Shotgun Microphones, Studio Harmonizers, Mixing Boards, Patch Bays, Preamps, Speaker |
Special Feature | Braided |
About this item
- Pro-grade microphone cord (microphone wire) is designed for microphones or other professional recording, mixing, and lighting equipment with the 3 pin XLR connectors
- Convenient and cost-effective 2-pack XLR patch cable provides spare or replacement XLR to XLR cable (XLR male to female cable) to use on a set of microphones or on different systems
- Balanced mic cable XLR with soft PVC jacket is constructed with oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors for delivering pristine sound
- Copper braided shielding of these mic cables (XLR cables) provides maximum cancellation of hum and noise; Polyethylene insulation improves high frequency response. Heavy duty metal connectors with molded strain relief and grip treads increase durability and help easy plugging and unplugging with this XLR microphone cable (XLR mic cable)
- The mic cord (XLR cord) is compatible with equipment with 3-pin XLR connectors such as shotgun microphones, studio harmonizers, mixing boards, patch bays, preamps, speaker systems, and stage lighting with an XLR cable port
- Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium XLR to XLR Microphone Cable 3 Feet & 1/4 Inch TS to TS Electric Guitar CableThis bundle contains 2 items
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 6.5 x 3 x 0.75 inches; 9.1 ounces
- Item model number : 500011-3x2
- Date First Available : May 30, 2014
- Manufacturer : Cable Matters
- ASIN : B00KO8VY4O
- Best Sellers Rank: #11 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
- #2 in Microphone Cables
- Customer Reviews:
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Cable Matters, with headquarters in Southborough, Massachusetts, offers a complete line of cables, adapters, docking stations, and networking products for the home, office, and data center. Cable Matters offers first-class, quality, and affordable products backed by an exceptional customer experience.
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Product Description
Pro Grade XLR Cable
The Cable Matters 3-Pin Male to Female XLR Microphone Cable is the sensible choice for interconnecting microphones, studio equipment, or stage lighting. This full-featured cable has a soft PVC jacket for easy use and storage; sturdy metal connectors with gold-plated contacts to reduce oxidation. The oxygen-free copper conductors are encased in copper braid shielding to provide pure sound that is noise free.
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Feature-Filled Audio Cable1) Gold-plated XLR pins 2) Strain relief on the connector 3) Sturdy metal connectors |
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Connector Type | XLR | XLR | XLR | TRS / XLR | DMX / XLR | XLR |
Count | 1-Pack / 2-Pack | 3-Pack | 2-Pack | 1-Pack | 2-Pack | 2-Pack |
Model Number | 500011 | 500111 | 500112 | 500015 | 500083 | 500048 |
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Customers like the sound quality, appearance, performance and value of the electronic cable. They mention that the audio transmission is clear, the material looks exceptionally good and the gold plated connections add a nice aesthetic. They say that the cables work great and are great value for money. Customers also like the thickness, quality, and fit. However, some customers disagree on connectivity.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the electronic cable. They mention that the connectors and construction are solid, and the cables have held up nicely after 30+ days of daily use. The build quality seems comparable to any of their name brand cables, and they are heavy-duty. Customers also say that the cables are a quality balanced cable that has a robust feel. Overall, customers recommend the cables.
"...They have a thick coating that not only gives them a robust feel but also suggests they'll be durable in the long run...." Read more
"...So far, after 30+ days of daily use these cables have held up nicely and are continuing to provide quality audio to my classroom...." Read more
"These are great for the money and the quality is very high. Worked great for my speaker setup" Read more
"...I've had no issues. They look nice and feel very good quality. Definitely recommend." Read more
Customers like the performance of the electronic cable. They mention that it works great, sounds great, and has no issues. Some say that it's the best in all aspects imaginable. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"these xlr's are great they work great! sound great! and are affordable put them next to name brands these shine" Read more
"...They are affordable and work well even when used frequently." Read more
"Great cables for the price, did the job they needed to!" Read more
"...Worked great for my speaker setup" Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the cable. They say it's the absolute best mic cables for the money, and a great cheaper option for cabling.
"...at a reasonable price can be hard, but these hit the sweet spot of cost-effectiveness and performance...." Read more
"...nice quality and are free of interference and defects for a fairly low price...." Read more
"these xlr's are great they work great! sound great! and are affordable put them next to name brands these shine" Read more
"...Overall, I would recommend these cables. They are affordable and work well even when used frequently." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the electronic cable. They say the audio transmission is clear, and there's no noticeable loss in sound quality. Some customers also mention that the sound is normal, with no extra audible noise.
"...In terms of performance, these cables work like a charm. The audio transmission is clear, and there's no noticeable loss in sound quality, which is..." Read more
"these xlr's are great they work great! sound great! and are affordable put them next to name brands these shine" Read more
"...use these cables have held up nicely and are continuing to provide quality audio to my classroom...." Read more
"...coax abomination cable, there is a lot of popping, there is a low hum, and everything going through my mic sounds horribly distorted...." Read more
Customers like the fit of the electronic cable. They say it's secure, well-made, and fits perfectly. They also say it is the perfect length for short runs in the studio and that the cables are available in a wide variety of lengths. Customers also mention that the connectors fit snug in their corresponding sockets.
"...These were also the right length and price for what I was looking for, except I was going to end up with *2* cables for the price I was expecting..." Read more
"This is the perfect length to connect a DAC to an Amp. Much better signal than RCA cable." Read more
"...goxlr with an EV RE20, cables are good quality and are the perfect length for my setup, not to long and not too short...." Read more
"...Also, the connectors are very loose and sloppy on the mic end (they may look like Neutrik, but they are a very poor knock off), and the cable is way..." Read more
Customers like the thickness of the electronic cable. They mention that it's very stiff, thicker than most, and well-made. Some say that the cables feel firm, not flimsy, and the ends are reinforced and sturdy. Overall, most are impressed with the quality and durability of the cable.
"...The jacket of the cable (outermost layer) is soft, thick, and should be made of PVC but I don't know how to tell what the material actually is...." Read more
"Is really really good products it sounds great material is perfect flexible and heavy duty I love it I really really recommend this product that..." Read more
"These were thick, heavy high quality cables" Read more
"Been using it for 6+ months and the cable works, is flexible, and I feel will last a long time...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electronic cable. They mention that the material looks exceptionally good, the gold plated connections add a nice aesthetic, and the cables are high quality looking and feeling. Some appreciate the cleaner look and the shiny solder. Overall, customers are happy with the cables' appearance.
"...and shielding are soldered to the connector pins and tab; the solder is shiny, I was not able to pry off any connections with my fingernail..." Read more
"...They've always worked fine. I've had no issues. They look nice and feel very good quality. Definitely recommend." Read more
"...XLR connectors look great and these seem like they would stand up to abuse if used daily. Good sound quality with no obvious concerns...." Read more
"Works as intended, as well as looks sleek and clean." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the electronic cable. Some mention that the termination, good shielding, and strong connections provide a quality connection and are secure. However, others say that the XLR connections are a bit sloppy and lack high quality or premium standards. The male end was slightly canted, preventing a good connection. Some say that it causes grounding problems when connecting two devices and causes cable handling noise when used with.
"Secure connection and just the right length. Had an odd hum/water-like sound to my sub even after disconnecting LFE cable...." Read more
"...The connections inside are cleanly soldered and insulated from each other with shrink-fit tubing, a detail I would not necessarily expect at this..." Read more
"...If you hold the mics straigh up thats when you start having connection issues and signals being low to cutting out until you angle the mic..." Read more
"Great quality, great connections, definitely buying more. Highly recommended." Read more
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Firstly, the build quality of these XLR cables is really goof. They have a thick coating that not only gives them a robust feel but also suggests they'll be durable in the long run. This aspect is crucial for anyone who regularly uses and moves their audio equipment. I dont move mine. Mine is set up in my office. So i dont know how well they would take constantly moving them , which is common for musitians.
In terms of performance, these cables work like a charm. The audio transmission is clear, and there's no noticeable loss in sound quality, which is essential for both recording and live setups. The affordability of these cables is a significant plus. Finding high-quality audio cables at a reasonable price can be hard, but these hit the sweet spot of cost-effectiveness and performance.
However, there is one concern that I have. I'm not entirely sure if the thickness of these cables is sufficient to prevent interference from my cell phone. This is a common issue with many cables, where electronic devices in close proximity can cause unwanted noise. To mitigate this, I keep my phone away from the cables, which seems to help. I dont know what other devices could cause interference. But the solution is simple just keep your phone 2 feet away.
For those considering these cables, it might be worth noting this issue, especially if you plan to use them in a setting with numerous electronic devices around. While other, more expensive cables might offer better shielding, these Cable Matters XLR cables are a great choice if you're looking for a balance between quality and affordability.
Overall I would definitely recommend the Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium XLR to XLR Microphone Cables. .
I ordered these because the last few cables I bought from CableMatters were pretty good quality and arrived very quickly. These were also the right length and price for what I was looking for, except I was going to end up with *2* cables for the price I was expecting to pay for a single cable.
They came in a padded Amazon envelope and inside a single plastic bag within this envelope; the bag also had a large label on it saying it should contain 2 cables and warning the distributor that they are to stay packaged together in a pair. I guess they've had issues with separation, kind of made me laugh a tiny bit because this warning label is so prominent.
I disassembled the connector on the female end just enough to check the assembly and material quality, since I just assembled one of these recently and I knew it would be easy to take apart and put back together. I wanted to make sure I got what CableMatters claims to sell, and I'm happy to say it looks like it's all exactly what they said it is on their site.
WIRE/CABLE:
Anyway, these cables are very thickly insulated with copper braid shielding. Supposedly there's foil in their under the copper braiding, but I couldn't see it in there and I don't want to damage anything digging for it. (Braided shielding is more effective, more expensive, and usually provides lower resistance path to ground than foil, but adding a layer of foil provides complete coverage against interference.)
Inside of the shielding, there are two conductors (separately insulated wires--hot and ground) that are very thin gauge. I'm not sure what gauge, but I'm guessing it's like 24 or 26 AWG.
The jacket of the cable (outermost layer) is soft, thick, and should be made of PVC but I don't know how to tell what the material actually is. Scratching it with my nail doesn't seem to hurt it. Text is printed at regular intervals on it in a very clear font; it contains their logo and reads, "Cable Matters (THEIR WEBSITE URL)HIGH QUALITY MICROPHONE CABLE" and does not otherwise describe the ratings or properties of the cable; I would have liked to know the ratings and maybe who manufactures the cable material (I don't think CM makes the wire in-house, I think they just modify and assemble it), but that's me.
CONNECTORS:
You can disassemble these connectors by gently unscrewing the black plastic strain relief cones from the metal connector housings.
The connectors seem to be some Neutrik XLR gold-plated connectors, which have been repainted in semi-gloss black, do not have the stamped NEUTRIK labels on the strain relief or housing, and have a silkscreened small CableMatters logo opposite of the latching mechanism. I'm not sure which model line (eg XX, EMC) the connectors are, and I can't be completely sure if they are actually NEUTRIK or just look the same. The springy plastic ring around the strain relief can probably be swapped for Neutrik's XXR-n (swap n for numbers 0 through 9) color coding rings. These are currently $0.25 or so each if you order them from electrical supply companies, such as Mouser or Allied, but if you really want them from an Amazon vendor, I saw a listing selling them for $6 *each* with an additional ~$7 in shipping, or another listing that sells them for about $8 shipped. :)
The paint looks like the polyester powdercoating that I've seen on Hoffman industrial enclosures at work, except thinner, so I believe it's the same stuff. It's not a very tough paint, in my experience; it will probably scuff somewhat easily if you drag or hit it against metal, but I also think that since it's thin, it probably is at least not going to have poor adhesion or just flake off, and it shouldn't get damaged by fingernails, wood, or plastic.
The wires and shielding are soldered to the connector pins and tab; the solder is shiny, I was not able to pry off any connections with my fingernail (I'd rather know if they are cold-soldered sooner rather than in the middle of a gaming session), and the insulation of the wires and connector isolator material are not deformed or melted. These cables are probably assembled by hand and the workmanship is absolutely fantastic.
SOUND QUALITY:
Using the direct monitor setting, even with my pre-amp's mic gain setting turned all the way to +60 dB, the sound through this cable is crystal-clear and no detectable hiss. I can clearly hear sparrows chirping and wind blowing through my open window with how high I have the gain set; when I swap to my old cobbled-together coax abomination cable, there is a lot of popping, there is a low hum, and everything going through my mic sounds horribly distorted. I wish I had a "real" XLR cable that I could compare it to.
NOTE: My pre-amp has noise filtering, so it's possible that some interference may still be getting picked up in this cable and the amp is managing to filter it all out enough that I can't detect it at full gain. The pre-amp definitely doesn't filter much noise from my other cable, though, so I think this cable from CM blocks interference extremely well.
Overall, I would recommend these cables. They are affordable and work well even when used frequently.
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I purchased this 2 pack of cables to run my Shure sm7b to my cloud lifter then to my interface and its decluttered my work space perfectly, all while not having any quality issues with the cables.