Monoprice Inc.
Monoprice 104759 1.5ft XLR Male to 1/4in TRS Male Cable 16AWG
A 1.5 ft balanced cable with XLR male and 1/4 in TRS male connectors uses 16 AWG conductors and a braided shield to resist interference
- TypeOthers
- ColorBlack
- Length0.4572
- Connector Number2
- FeaturesBalanced cables have a separate braided shield to provide ad
- Balanced signal path with separate braided shield for interference resistance
- 16 AWG conductors support clean audio transmission over 1.5 ft
- XLR male to 1/4 in TRS male connectors for professional gear
- Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and maintain reliable connections
- Prevents ground loop issues in balanced audio setups
Professional audio interconnect
The Monoprice 104759 is a 1.5ft balanced cable built for studio and stage use. It connects XLR male outputs to 1/4in TRS male inputs on mixers, interfaces or powered speakers. The 16AWG conductors and gold-plated contacts suit installers who need reliable signal transfer in fixed or mobile rigs.
Braided shield and balanced wiring
A separate braided shield wraps the twisted pair to reject electromagnetic interference without coupling noise into the audio path. This construction prevents ground-loop hum that often appears when linking equipment across different power circuits. The result is cleaner signal integrity for broadcast, live sound or high-end playback chains.
Simple plug-and-play installation
No drivers, soldering or configuration are required; the moulded connectors seat firmly in standard XLR and TRS jacks. The short 1.5ft length reduces cable clutter but limits reach between rack units spaced further apart. Users needing longer runs should select a different length to avoid strain on the connectors.
Highlights
- Balanced signal path with separate braided shield for interference resistance
- 16 AWG conductors support clean audio transmission over 1.5 ft
- XLR male to 1/4 in TRS male connectors for professional gear
- Gold-plated contacts resist corrosion and maintain reliable connections
- Prevents ground loop issues in balanced audio setups
Specifications
| Brand | Monoprice |
|---|---|
| Model | 104759 |
| Type | Others |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 0.4572 |
| Connector Number | 2 |
| Features | Balanced cables have a separate braided shield to provide additional resistance to interference without modulating the interference into the signal. |
Questions about this item
Will the 16AWG conductors or gold-plated contacts need periodic replacement?
The 16AWG conductors and gold-plated contacts are built for long-term use; no scheduled replacement is required unless physical damage occurs.
What limits the 1.5ft cable during sustained high-level signal runs?
The 1.5ft length keeps resistance and capacitance low, so the first limit under sustained use is the connected equipment's own headroom, not the cable itself.
Does the braided shield add noticeable heat or power draw when the cable runs all day?
The passive braided shield draws no power and generates no heat; it only provides interference resistance during continuous operation.
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