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Microphone Cable with Excellent Noise Rejection and FlexibilityFeaturing Canare Star Quad wire and Black/Gold Neutrik connectors, Pro Co Quad XLR Cables are designed for maximum noise rejection and excellent frequency response due to a combination of irradiated polyethylene insulation, densely woven copper shielding, and double-balanced, 4-conductor construction. Additionally, a specially formulated PVC jacket and annealed copper wires mean the Pro Co Quad cables are super flexible — which is perfect for energetic live performances and cumbersome cable runs. And, while primarily intended for use as a microphone cable, the Pro Co Quad is equally effective for line-level signals. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer today to see if the ProCo Quad XLR cable is right for your needs!
Why Canare Star Quad wire mattersCanare Star Quad wire uses a unique 4-conductor configuration — two for the positive voltage and two for the negative — spiraled together and enclosed in magnetic and electrostatic shielding, which help mitigate the propagation of interference. In terms of noise-rejection, Star Quad wire outperforms standard two-core wire, particularly over long cable runs, due to the increased self-canceling effect of having opposite cores in a cross formation wired in parallel. Essentially, this reduces the impact of the proximity of an interference source on the cable, because rejection is multi-directional. In live applications, this is incredibly beneficial, since audio signals are often contending with a slew of electromagnetically induced noise from SCR dimmers, lighting ballasts, and AC power transformers. For applications where low-noise performance is a must, Canare Star Quad wire is an ideal choice.
Pro Co Quad XLR Cable Features:- Canare Star Quad wire for maximum noise rejection and excellent frequency response
- Black/Gold Neutrik connectors for reliable, clean connections
- Specially formulated PVC outer jacket and annealed copper wires for enhanced flexibility
- Equally effective for mic and line-level signals
- Available in a variety of lengths and colors