The Difference Between XLR Cables

XLR cables are a key component for a variety of professional applications because they can provide excellent signal strength.

They are typically used for either audio or lighting applications and there are some slight differences between the two styles.

XLR cables used for audio are commonly a three-pin orientation and are designed for low frequencies associated with audio signals. They are a 75-ohm low impedance high capacitance cable.

They are most frequently used with microphones, amplifiers, instruments, and speakers.

XLR cables used for lighting, also called DMX cable, is designed for 110-ohm high impedance, low capacitance and uses either 3 pin or 5 pin orientation.

They are most frequently used with high end lighting and stage equipment.

Because of the difference in impedance, you should not use an audio XLR cable as a DMX cable or vice versa.

Both the standard XLR and DMX cables can offer superior signal integrity depending on the application needed for your project.

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I have an XLR (male) TRS hybrid cable that says its an instrument cable.

Can I use this to connect my Yamaha keyboard via a Live Wire DI box, on to my pedalboard and on to my amplifier?

I use an ABY pedal and thought I could have my electric guitar and Keyboard in Y mode but only the keyboard works. So I have to switch between A & B channels to use one or the other instrument.

I was told it was because the impedance levels between the guitar and keyboard are a mismatch so by connecting the keyboard via DI box, I’m hoping that would solve the issue.

[pustairuxandra]

I've just bought a Avantone CV 12 BLA mic. It came with a 7 pin cable. What make this cable so different? The mic has a power source too.

[JamesBond-qzve]

Hi. What would you recommend for Adam a8x studio monitors? Does the experience cables make a big difference?

[liyanagedonupananda]

My xlr 5 pin jack was damaged.How can i by it?.It is not available in srilanka.
will u show how soldering wire connection.Thanks.

[Captpromax]

Do you have 4 Pin XLR Female to 5 Pin XLR Female?

[DJSTOEK]

0:24 I like the way you hold the cable.
It reminds me of something.
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[Dataanti]

at work we have PPT headsets that use DMX cables, they are a pain to repair pins, there is not a lot of room for soldering inside those connectors

[shebajai]

Whhat is difference between XLR male cable and XLR female cable

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