Description
This Citronic audio lead connects a female XLR to a 3.5mm balanced TRS jack plug, giving you a short 0.5m link between balanced sources and equipment. It's built for regular use, with a die-cast XLR connector and machine-soldered joints that hold up well over time. The balanced wiring keeps interference low, so signal stays clean across the run.
The cable measures 6mm in diameter and uses two 20-strand conductors of 0.1mm pure copper, paired with cotton reinforcement for strength. Around the outside sits a soft-grip, rubberised jacket that resists tangling and feels comfortable to handle. Shielding runs the full length to guard against noise pickup, which matters when you're working near power cables or other gear.
Wiring follows a balanced pin-out: sleeve to pin 1, tip to pin 2 and ring to pin 3. The 3.5mm jack plug (also called a mini-jack or 1/8-inch jack in the US) works with laptops, mixers and portable recorders that carry a balanced 3.5mm output or input. At 0.5m this is a handy length for tight setups, patching between nearby units or keeping a desk tidy without excess cable. It's a straightforward, reliable lead for studio, stage or home use.
Specification
| Cable : diameter |
6mmØ |
| Conductors |
2 x 20 strand, 0.1mmØ pure copper |
| Connectors |
3.5mm TRS jack plug, female XLR |
| Length |
0.5m |
| Pin-out |
Balanced: 1-Sleeve, 2-Tip, 3-Ring |
Frequently Asked
What connectors does this lead have?
One end has a female XLR connector and the other a 3.5mm balanced TRS jack plug. The 3.5mm jack is sometimes called a mini-jack or 1/8-inch jack.
Is this a balanced cable?
Yes. It's wired for balanced signal with a pin-out of sleeve to pin 1, tip to pin 2 and ring to pin 3, which helps keep interference low.
How long is the lead?
The cable is 0.5m long, so it suits short runs, tidy desk setups and patching between nearby equipment.
What is the cable made from?
It uses two 20-strand conductors of 0.1mm pure copper with cotton reinforcement, wrapped in a soft-grip rubberised jacket that resists tangling.
Is the cable shielded?
Yes, the lead is shielded along its length to reduce noise pickup from nearby power cables and other gear.