🎙️🔀 XLR • XLR Splitter

This splitter cable duplicates or merges balanced XLR signals. It’s used to split one signal into two destinations or combine two sources into one input, depending on the direction and configuration.
 
🔧 Cable Form
1× Male → 2× Female
Splits one XLR Male into two XLR Female
Used to merge feeds or alternate sources into a single channel
1× Female → 2× Male
Splits one XLR Female into two XLR Male
Commonly used to send a mic signal to two mixers or recorders
Passive Y-cable design—no power or signal conversion
Typically short (6"–18") with rugged shielding and strain relief
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
🎛️ Mixers, audio interfaces, and DACs
🎤 Microphones (especially dynamic types)
📡 Wireless mic receivers
📼 Field recorders and broadcast gear
🎚️ PA systems and monitor desks
 
✅ Common Uses
🎙️ Split one mic signal to FOH and monitor mixers
📼 Record the same mic to two devices simultaneously
🔁 Merge two mic feeds into one input (with caution)
🎚️ Route audio to backup recorders or parallel processors
🧪 Prototype signal chains in studio or live setups
 
🧠 Signal Format
🔊 Balanced 3-pin XLR
Pin 1 = Ground
Pin 2 = Hot (positive)
Pin 3 = Cold (negative)
🔁 Passive parallel wiring—no isolation or buffering
⚠️ Signal strength may drop when split or merged
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
🚫 No phantom power pass-through on some splitters
🔄 Merging two outputs can cause phase or impedance issues
📉 Splitting may reduce signal level—use active splitters for critical paths
🔌 Avoid mixing mic and line-level signals in one splitter
🧯 Not suitable for condenser mics unless phantom-safe
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🧭 Use 1M→2F for duplicating a mic signal
🔍 Use 1F→2M only when sources are matched and safe to merge
🎚️ For live sound, prefer isolated splitters to avoid interference
📼 Always test signal integrity before recording or performance
🧪 Label each leg clearly to avoid routing confusion