Description
Our QTX Essential microphone lead connects a female XLR to a 6.3mm mono jack plug, giving you a straightforward link between a microphone and a range of mixers, amps and audio gear. At 12 metres, it covers plenty of ground on stage or in a rehearsal space, so you can position your kit where it suits you rather than where the socket happens to be. The lead handles unbalanced signals and is a sensible choice for general microphone and audio duties.
The cable is fully shielded to help keep interference at bay, with a 6.0mm diameter jacket wrapped in a soft-grip, rubberised finish. That coating is designed to resist tangling, so the lead stays easy to coil down and pack away after a gig. Inside, the conductor is made up of 2 x 20 strands at 0.1mm each, and the connections are machine-soldered for consistency across every unit. The 6.3mm jack (also called a 1/4 inch jack) plug is a familiar fit for most instrument and audio inputs.
At each end you get a professional die-cast female XLR connector and the 6.3mm mono jack plug, both built to take the knocks of regular use. This kind of lead is a workhorse rather than a one-off, so it pairs well with the rest of your setup and earns its place in a gig bag. If you need a reliable microphone lead for live work, practice or home recording, this one does the job without any fuss.
Specification
| Length |
12.0m |
| Cable : diameter |
6.0mmØ |
| Conductor |
2 x 20 strand, 0.1mmØ |
| Connectors |
Female XLR, 6.3mm mono jack plug |
Frequently Asked
What connectors does this lead have?
It has a female XLR connector at one end and a 6.3mm mono jack plug at the other.
Is this a balanced or unbalanced lead?
It carries unbalanced signals, using the female XLR to 6.3mm mono jack combination.
How long is the lead?
This version is 12.0 metres long, which suits stage and studio use where you need some reach.
What is a 6.3mm jack?
It's the standard 1/4 inch jack plug used on many mixers, amps and audio inputs.
Is the cable shielded?
Yes, it is fully shielded to help reduce interference during use.
How thick is the cable?
The cable has a 6.0mm diameter with a soft-grip, anti-tangle rubberised jacket.