Monoprice Inc.
Monoprice Inc. 601394 4-Channel XLR Snake Cable 26AWG 6m
A 6 m four-channel XLR snake with two upstream and two downstream balanced lines, 26 AWG conductors and foil shielding
- TypePro Audio Cables
- ColorBlack
- Length11.400
- Weight2.79
- Four balanced lines with colour-coded wires for clear channel identification
- 26 AWG conductors with aluminium foil shielding reduce EM and RF interference
- Two upstream and two downstream channels carry audio in both directions
- Male and female XLR connectors at each end match standard pro audio gear
- Six-metre length provides flexible routing between rack and stage positions
Four-Channel XLR Snake for Balanced Audio
This 4-channel XLR snake connects two upstream and two downstream audio channels between devices with XLR jacks. It carries four balanced mono or unbalanced stereo lines with colour-coded red, white, green, and blue wires. Each of the 26 AWG conductor pairs is wrapped in aluminium foil shielding to reject EM and RF interference. The 6 metre cable uses 3-pin XLR male and female connectors at both ends.
Replaces Separate Patch Cables in Fixed Rigs
A single snake replaces four individual XLR runs, reducing cable clutter and setup time for studio patches or stage boxes. The jump is worth it when you need two send and two return paths between a mixer, interface, or outboard rack on a permanent or semi-permanent basis. It is not suited for installations requiring more than four channels or for runs exceeding the supplied length.
Four Lines With Foil Shielding for Short Runs
The 26 AWG conductors and foil shield comfortably handle line-level signals over the 6 metre span in typical studio or stage environments. Headroom drops on longer runs or with phantom-powered microphones that demand lower capacitance and heavier gauge wire. Buyers needing extended distances or higher channel counts should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Four balanced lines with colour-coded wires for clear channel identification
- 26 AWG conductors with aluminium foil shielding reduce EM and RF interference
- Two upstream and two downstream channels carry audio in both directions
- Male and female XLR connectors at each end match standard pro audio gear
- Six-metre length provides flexible routing between rack and stage positions
Specifications
| Brand | Monoprice |
|---|---|
| Model | 601394 |
| Type | Pro Audio Cables |
| Part Number | 601394 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 11.400 |
| Weight | 2.79 |
Questions about this item
How much rack depth does the 3-pin XLR connector need behind the patch panel?
Each 3-pin XLR connector needs roughly 60 mm of depth behind the panel; allow a gentle cable bend so the snake does not kink at the jack
Which step is often missed when running the 26 AWG aluminum-foil-shielded snake through conduit?
Pull the four color-coded lines as a single bundle and keep the male and female XLR ends paired so the two upstream and two downstream channels stay matched at both ends
What part of the 6 m snake is most likely to need replacement after heavy stage use?
The 3-pin XLR connectors and the 26 AWG conductor pairs at the strain relief are the wear points; the foil shield and jacket rarely fail unless cut
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