XLR Male to 1/4" TRS Balanced Cable
Balanced cable from a 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS output to a 3-pin XLR male plug, the usual way to connect an audio interface to studio monitors.
- Low MOQ
- Stock samples available
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Why no price list?
Pricing depends on the cable specification, customization and quantity, so every quote is prepared for your project.
Key specifications
- Number of Conductors
- 2
- Conductor Material
- Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC)
- Wire Gauge
- 24 AWG
- Shield Type
- Braided
- Jacket Material
- Soft PVC
What it is
A balanced line cable with a 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS male plug on one end and a 3-pin XLR male plug on the other. It carries a balanced signal from a TRS output — on an audio interface, mixer, keyboard or effects unit — to an XLR input on a studio monitor, powered speaker or mixer. The tip goes to Pin 2, the ring to Pin 3 and the sleeve to Pin 1, so the connection stays balanced when both devices are balanced. Lengths are 1 m, 1.5 m, 3 m and 5 m.
It is the mirror of our XLR female to TRS cable: that one brings a microphone into a TRS input, this one sends a TRS output into an XLR input.
Who it's for
- Studio monitor and interface brands that bundle connection cables.
- Music retailers stocking a private-label home-studio cable range.
- Studios and installers ordering matched pairs in several lengths.
Build & specs (standard build)
- Jacket: soft PVC, 6.0 mm outer diameter
- End A: 1/4" TRS male; End B: 3-pin XLR male; nickel-finished zinc-alloy housings, gold-plated brass contacts, soldered
- Pinout: Tip to Pin 2, Ring to Pin 3, Sleeve to Pin 1
- Lengths: 1 m (3.3 ft), 1.5 m (4.9 ft), 3 m (9.8 ft), 5 m (16.4 ft); tolerance ±2 cm up to 1 m and ±2% over 1 m, measured plug tip to plug tip
- Packing: hook-and-loop tie and polybag
Customization options
- Laser-engraved logo on the plug housings
- Lengths from 0.5 m to 15 m; jacket colors from our range or Pantone-matched
- Black chrome or gold housing finish; right-angle TRS plug
- Paired packing with left and right labels
- Hook-and-loop ties, retail packaging and barcode labels
- Contacts are gold-plated as standard; nickel-plated contacts are available as a customization.
Ordering notes
- Low MOQ. You can combine lengths and designs in one order to reach the minimum, with a smaller minimum per design.
- Samples of stock designs are available before you order.
- Lead time depends on the customization and is confirmed in your quote.
- Specified by Haisen (Hong Kong). Manufactured in Guangdong, China by our manufacturing partners.
Specifications
General
| Model No. | HA-ICN-02 |
|---|---|
| Supply Form | Finished cable |
| Signal Type | Line |
| Balanced / Unbalanced | Balanced |
| Application | Studio recording, Live stage |
| Standard Lengths | 1 m (3.3 ft), 1.5 m (4.9 ft), 3 m (9.8 ft), 5 m (16.4 ft) |
| Length Tolerance | ±2 cm up to 1 m; ±2% over 1 m |
| Length Measurement | Tip to tip |
| Country of Origin | China (Guangdong) |
Conductor & Construction
| Number of Conductors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Conductor Material | Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) |
| Wire Gauge | 24 AWG |
| Insulation Material | PE |
| Filler | Cotton |
Shielding
| Shield Type | Braided |
|---|---|
| Shield Material | Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) |
Jacket
| Jacket Material | Soft PVC |
|---|---|
| Outer Diameter | 6 mm |
Connectors
| Termination | Soldered |
|---|---|
| Connector A | |
| Type | 1/4" (6.35 mm) TRS |
| Gender | Male |
| Housing Material | Zinc alloy |
| Housing Finish | Nickel |
| Contact Plating | Gold |
| Contact Base Metal | Brass |
| Connector B | |
| Type | XLR 3-Pin |
| Gender | Male |
| Housing Material | Zinc alloy |
| Housing Finish | Nickel |
| Contact Plating | Gold |
Details
| Pair Geometry | Twisted pair |
|---|---|
| Pin Assignment | Tip → XLR Pin 2 (hot), Ring → Pin 3 (cold), Sleeve → Pin 1 (shield) |
Packaging
| Packaging Type | Polybag with hook-and-loop tie |
|---|
Specifications shown are our standard build for this product. Most items can be customized, and your quote confirms the final specification for your order.
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FAQ
Which end goes where?
The 1/4" TRS plug goes into the output of the audio interface, mixer or keyboard. The XLR male plug goes into the XLR input of the studio monitor, powered speaker or mixer.
Is this cable sold in pairs for stereo monitors?
The standard listing is a single cable. Matched pairs in one pack, with left and right labels, can be supplied as a packaging customization.
Guides
- Cable Tech
TS vs TRS vs XLR: Balanced and Unbalanced Audio Cables Explained
A TS cable has two conductors and carries one unbalanced signal. A TRS cable has three conductors and carries either one balanced signal or two unbalanced (stereo) signals.
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