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Our XLR cable uses our dual conductor cable milled in the United States. All XLRs use Neutrik Pro-Grade Nickel or Black Shells and are available with weave or no-weave if preferred. Rattlesnake Cable Company XLR cables are great for studio application and live stages. Weaving allows for a great opportunity to color-code cables and adds additional protection. If you're looking for the best XLR cable out there, look no further!
XLR cables come in a variety of pre-set lengths, but if you're interested in a custom XLR cable, please submit a custom cable request!
What is an XLR cable?
XLR stands for "External Line Return" and is typically used for connecting microphones to an interface, mixers, or other types of recording equipment. Originally, XLR was used for Cannon X series cameras in the 1950s and stood for (X=Cannon X), (L=Latching), (R=Rubber/Neoprene insulation). XLR is also known as a "balanced cable" as well and can be used for a variety of methods of sending a clean, noise-canceling signal to powered monitors. XLR plugs are also found in older speaker cabinets connecting to amplifiers.
How to connect XLR cables?
XLR cables typically have male and female ends. Depending on the equipment, this may vary. Microphones require a female XLR plug, and the interface accepts the male XLR plug. When you purchase an XLR cable from this page, we will connect a single male and a female for the XLR plugs.
How long can an XLR cable be?
The maximum length before noise is introduced is 200 feet. We offer cable lengths of up to 30 feet with a weave. If you need a longer run, we can provide longer lengths without the weave. However, the longest cable we have with a weave is 30 feet.
Home Theater and A/V Applications
Many users in the Home Theater world use XLR cables as well. If you're connecting AV processors, Power Amplifiers, and Subwoofers, you may benefit from high-quality XLR cables. Please note that XLR cables should only be used to send balanced signals. If you're connecting power amplifiers to passive speakers - a speaker cable with a higher gauge wire will need to be used.
- Dual 20AWG 99.99% BC conductors.
- Braided copper shield (95% coverage).
- Cable milled in the United States.
- Cable hand assembled in Missoula, Montana.
- SKU: SKU-FA0DDE11
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Our primary instrument, speaker, XLR, TRS, and Flex patch cables are built using Rattlesnake-brand bulk cable that is custom manufactured for us in the United States. We developed the specifications for each cable based on the flexibility, durability, handling, and electrical performance we wanted. It is not off-the-shelf Belden, Mogami, Canare, or another manufacturer’s finished cable covered with an outer weave.After the bulk cable is manufactured to our specifications, every finished cable is cut, sleeved, soldered, tested, and packaged by our team in Missoula, Montana.
Some specialized products use third-party bulk cable when it is the best fit for that application. When they do, we identify the cable manufacturer and model in the product’s Specifications tab.
Complete construction and electrical details, including conductor material, wire gauge, capacitance, shielding, and cable diameter, are provided in the Specifications section of each applicable product page.
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No. The contacts are the same for either style of Neutrik plugs. This is strictly a cosmetic preference. There is a higher purchase cost for us on the black.Answer
Absolutely, just fill out a custom build request. It's important to note that the longest length with weave is 30', but we can make longer XLR cables without weave (bare) at any length desired.Answer
The weave is a poly-weave, meaning it's a plastic polymer-based weave. We use a variety of brands, but primarily TechFlex. It's designed to be heat and abrasion resistant. It is not a cloth/fabric weave, which tends to fray and stain easily.
James R. - I have a new go-to cable company! After years of using cables from the big "M" brand in my home studio, I decided to try Rattlesnake Cables for a studio upgrade. I am absolutely blown away. Everything from the easy ordering and fast build times to...
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John Z. - Exceptional quality, heavy duty, great looking cables! Best cables I've purchased, ever. If you are in the market for cables that visually standout and are durable, look no further.
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Paul S. - Rattlesnake cables are a good combination of durable for stage use, good sounding, and good looking. The weave has an additional benefit of making it easy to know which cable is which. Now when I run my cables for a show I know the blue cable is my...
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Christopher P. - I was tired of running so many cables for my set up so I got in touch with Rattlesnake cables and had them make me an all in one loom for my pedalboard. These cables are of great quality and make my setup so much easier. It was super simple to order...
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Allen W. - Definitely one of the strongest cables I have used. The sound quailty is amazing, and I love how the staff at Rattesnake Cable Company took care of me.
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Perry D. - Hank's attention to details, craftsmanship and quality is unsurpassed by any of those other guys who pop up on your Facebook or Instagram feeds all the time. Everything he uses to make a cable is the best. Plugs, jacks, wire, sleeves, skins, etc.,...
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Bob M. - Hank made me a 12' 2 XLR loom to use with my headset microphone foot switch mute. It is outstanding. I used it for the first time last night and it simplified set up and tear down significantly. Super solid build and high quality cable!
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Dan A. - I received my instrument cables I've and my mic cable with of course that beautiful Rattlesnake weave that's on it. I honestly don't know how. But people came up to me after church today(first time using the new cables and had said that my voice...
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Looking for a custom cable build?
Are you looking for something custom? A set of specific-length patch cables? Or a longer or shorter instrument cable? Maybe you're looking for a limited weave we offered in the past but is no longer available. Shoot us a Custom Build Request, and we'll see what we can do to help!
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Quick Shipping
We understand after placing an order, the excitement starts - and we want to make sure you get your order quickly. From day one, we've pushed to get orders out as quickly as possible. Usually, orders are shipped the next day!
We Are Musicians
We are musicians. What does that mean? We know what it feels like when gear fails on stage. We hate that feeling, and we think about that with every build. As musicians, we also know how hard the road can be on gear and focus on making it stand the abuse.
Lifetime Warranty
We will absolutely take care of you if you run into any issues with your cable. We do our best to prevent issues and understand life on stages and on the road can be hard on the cables. We've been there, and we'll definitely treat you right if you have any issues.
Family-Owned Business
Rattlesnake Cable Company started with a simple idea by me - Hank. It quickly encapsulated my entire family, from my kids to my wife, Amy. Now, Amy and I are 100% committed to the success of the business and love that it has grown into a fantastic team moving forward.
Customer Service
We take customer service very seriously around here. We really appreciate ALL of our customers, and we want every aspect of your buying experience to be a great one. We ensure the buying experience, communication throughout the process, and final delivery of the product are perfect!
U.S. Milled Custom Cable
We take great pride that our custom instrument, XLR, and speaker cables are milled in the United States. All of our milled cables are built to our specifications here in the states and then soldered by hand in Missoula, Montana, by our great team!
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1/6/2021
Top Notch! Best products and services out there for guitar cable products. My 20' SnakeHead cable far exceeded ANY cable I have ever used in both construction and sonic excellence. Highly Recommended
5/23/2022
The customer service and support here is over the top. Hank and team go the extra mile on every order and that's what has made me a customer for life. The quality of their products and care that goes into each bulid are tip top! 110% would recommend!
9/1/2020
These cables are worth every penny! Sure you can go find a cheapo one on Amazon, but you get what you pay for. After a couple years of gigging with them, they still look as good as the day I got them! 10/10 would very highly recommend!
1/6/2021
Top Notch! Best products and services out there for guitar cable products. My 20' SnakeHead cable far exceeded ANY cable I have ever used in both construction and sonic excellence. Highly Recommended
5/23/2022
The customer service and support here is over the top. Hank and team go the extra mile on every order and that's what has made me a customer for life. The quality of their products and care that goes into each bulid are tip top! 110% would recommend!
9/1/2020
These cables are worth every penny! Sure you can go find a cheapo one on Amazon, but you get what you pay for. After a couple years of gigging with them, they still look as good as the day I got them! 10/10 would very highly recommend!
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