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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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We have a variety of wire mills that we work with. All of the wire mills we work with our in the United States. We take extreme pride that our cable is milled in the United States and hand assembled here in Missoula, Montana.Answer
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.
John M. - I bought a standard TRS instrument cable and a XLR cable.. I was pleasantly surprised how well they were constructed and thick. They don't kink and I love the personalized color options. I plan on purchasing more in the future.
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John D. - As a drummer, I've never really put much thought into the cables that I use. I do all of my recording from home, and have an electronics rig that I use for my live shows, but I just lived with cheapo cables that you can purchase online. My guitarist...
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William I. - We spend a lot of money on guitars, pickups, mics, mixers, amps, & speakers - then connect with low-grade cables. A friend gave me a Rattlesnake guitar cable for Christmas. My tube amp tone is now where I want it. The mic cable I ordered has been a...
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Javier O. - Found Rattlesnake through a Google search for Humbuster cables as Fractal doesn't seem to offer shorter than 15ft, and they didn't have in stock at the time. I'm really happy I went with Rattlesnake, Hank and team have been very communicative and...
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Ed C. - Great looking and feeling cables. I needed to be sure the xlr cables would deliver quiet input for a recording project and they delivered.
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Robert G. - I received my cables and immediately noticed that everything from the boxing, packaging, product and personal note are impressive! The packaging and product exudes high quality!
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Austin G. - I play an average of 3 shows/week and I'm very hard on gear. Rattlesnake Cables are definitely a cut above, a "different breed" if you will. They've stood up to my abuse and still look and sound amazing. THESE ARE GAME CHANGERS! Hank and his family...
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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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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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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2/14/2021
Rattlesnake cables are truly second to none! Not only are they beautiful, hand crafted in the USA, out of the finest materials available... but Hank and his team provide the highest quality customer service to boot! Seriously, these guys have it dialed. I have several Rattlesnake cables in my chain,... Read
11/19/2020
Rattlesnake makes the best instrument cables I have ever used, and their service is EXCEPTIONAL. If you're looking to upgrade from simple Live Wires or Neutrik's to truly superb quality, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ordering some Rattlesnake Cables. My personal favorite is the Rattlesnake Weave, but all of... Read
6/18/2021
Top quality equipment with off the charts customer service....and MADE IN THE USA. My snake patterned cables are just ridiculously cool, are made well, and sound great. The junction boxes keep the sound clean and are built solidly. My order came with the cables each in a really nice bag, and the... Read
2/14/2021
Rattlesnake cables are truly second to none! Not only are they beautiful, hand crafted in the USA, out of the finest materials available... but Hank and his team provide the highest quality customer service to boot! Seriously, these guys have it dialed. I have several Rattlesnake cables in my chain, and I will always come back for more when the need arises. Hank provides the gold standard for how to treat customers. Quality is outstanding, shipping was lightning fast, and the personal touches like a custom thank you video and note pad are what pushes them over the top! If only every business went the extra mile like Rattlesnake cables... Top notch all the way!
11/19/2020
Rattlesnake makes the best instrument cables I have ever used, and their service is EXCEPTIONAL. If you're looking to upgrade from simple Live Wires or Neutrik's to truly superb quality, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND ordering some Rattlesnake Cables. My personal favorite is the Rattlesnake Weave, but all of their cables are great. Thanks, Rattlesnake Cable Company!
6/18/2021
Top quality equipment with off the charts customer service....and MADE IN THE USA. My snake patterned cables are just ridiculously cool, are made well, and sound great. The junction boxes keep the sound clean and are built solidly. My order came with the cables each in a really nice bag, and the junction boxes in very nice boxes. Rattlesnake is first rate all around, and those extra touches really set them apart. Hank, the owner, is perhaps the most responsive person I've ever dealt with. He is extremely helpful with questions (as I had related to pedal board setup, etc) and makes you feel like he drops anything he's doing to instantly answer your emails. If I could give them 6 stars I would. Thanks Hank!
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