It would seem that you can get short XLR cables with a right-angled FEMALE connector pretty much anywhere... but what I need is a short (1ft) XLR cable with a right-angled MALE connector going to a straight female connector and have not found any.

Anyone have a source for this?

At a pinch, I'll take a short XLR cable with right-angled connectors at both ends, if that's easier to find!

My google-fu is strong.

Cables from zZounds.com (http://www.zzounds.com/cat--2349)

You can buy the connectors, and make them up yourself.

Or ready made.

http://store.djhardwares.com/baxlrmtorian.html

My google-fu is strong.

Cables from zZounds.com (http://www.zzounds.com/cat--2349)

Hmmm... if it's on that page, I'm not finding it. No 1ft short cables listed and none with right angled male connectors. Yes, I can find the angled connectors by themselves, but I'm looking for a source of pre-made short patch cables.

Or ready made.

Hosa XFF 100 Series BALANCED XLR (M) to RIGHT ANGLE to XLR (F) (http://store.djhardwares.com/baxlrmtorian.html)

The shortest one listed there is 3 ft. :-(

You might be better off finding one custom made for you. The demand for that type of cable and its length is likely to be very low. If you can find one.. kudos ;)

As a sound guy, I know that if I needed that cable at that length, I would most likely just build the thing myself.

also be aware that you can't turn the connectors. at best you can take them apart and turn them maybe 90deg if the soldering end left some play in it. if its a very tight solder job, you'll have to resolder the connector. you may be much better off making it yourself or getting a local shop to do it for you.

Ok, looks like I may have to make one myself. Wikipedia says they're wired pin-1 to pin-1, etc, with the following connections?

Pin 1 Chassis ground (cable shield)
Pin 2 Normal polarity ("Red")
Pin 3 Inverted polarity ("Black")

...noting that the numbering of the pins is different on the male and female connector.

the pins are the same on M and F but mirror image. all depends on which way you look at them - front or back. they are also labeled on both the fronts and solder ends so there isn't much worry about messing it up

Sounds good. Thanks, guys.

Yeah, just make it up for the length you need. Not that hard.
Or keep googling. Here's a set of double right angled 12 inch cables.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B001AWJPX0/ref=dp_olp_0?ie=UTF8&condition=all

also be aware that you can't turn the connectors. at best you can take them apart and turn them maybe 90deg if the soldering end left some play in it. if its a very tight solder job, you'll have to resolder the connector. you may be much better off making it yourself or getting a local shop to do it for you.

Who the heck is it that makes adjustable right angle xlr male & female connectors & or cables. I know I've seen them before but finding them isn't the easiest.

*edit* Neutrik is one I think

This is a 1.5' XLR angled Male to XLR female cable

Hosa Technology | XLR/M RT/ANGLE to XLR/F CABLE - | XRR-101.5 (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/575550-REG/Hosa_Technology_XRR_101_5_XLR_M_RT_ANGLE_to_XLR_F.html)

I saw that one from B&H... but they don't stock it, and it's a bit long for my needs. They also have a 1.5 coiled cable, but it's 90-degrees at the female end. I think I'll probably end up making one myself, as long as I can find some good quality cable. The 6-pack on Amazon looked interesting, but also the connectors looked very poor quality.

Neutrik do a whole range of XLRs. I've used these:

Neutrik - Audio - RX Series - NC3MRX (http://www.neutrik.com/uk/en/audio/210_t2_1532067066/NC3MRX_detail.aspx)

You select the angle needed as you make up the cable. Last bought these at Maplin because I was in a hurry, but they can be sourced cheaper.

A few months back i needed exact the same cable. 30cm(1ft) with right angled male/female connectors. Couldn't find it in stores, but found someone who custom made all sort of cables. I'm very happy with it. Just long enough and the connectors don't stick out to the side.
http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/871633-post27.html

Ok Hubert... don't keep me guessing! Where did you order the cable from? :-)

Also, which shock mount is that. I think I'll need something similar.

I'm from the Netherlands, so i think it's a lot cheaper to search on your side of the water.
But i got it from Audible Audio :: Leveren van Audio Engineerings diensten (http://www.audible-audio.nl/)

The shockmount is a Rode SM-5, it comes with a thin and a thicker end. I cut the thin end off, looks better and saves weight.

I guess I should have seen the "Netherlands" reference in your profile. :-) Thanks for the info on the SM-5. I just took a look at it on the B&H web site and I think it'll do what I need. Thanks again!

Igot a few of the 1 foot right angle XLR cables from B&H a few years ago,I guess they don't carry the 1 footers anymore. You might try Full Compass dot com in Wisconsin they've taken real good care of me. Get the phone number from the web site and call though as their website isn't really all that easy to navigate (at least in my opinion).

Don

Igot a few of the 1 foot right angle XLR cables from B&H a few years ago,I guess they don't carry the 1 footers anymore.

Are you sure it was a 1 footer and with a right angle XLR Male? What they sell and have been selling for the longest time is the 1.5 footer with a right angle XLR Female (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/262152-REG/Audio_Technica_ASP00127_XLR_Male_to_XLR.html).

My bad. You're right. 1.5 foot with afemale right angle. Sorry.
I got them some years ago and they looked like 1 footers plus I didn't see the need for the right angle male in the post. :-(
Gotta read closer from now on.

Anyway Full Compass should be able to help you out.

Don

If you call B&H they can get it for you. Their item# is RECAXJ12RTMF and is a 1 footer with the new Neutrik right angle on both ends for $29.95 or item# is RECAXJCOIL2R and is a 1.5 footer COILED with the new Neutrik right angle on both ends for $37.95

It is not on their site.

i had a situation where BHPhoto didn't stock the neutrik XLR I needed (5 pin angled XLR), but I found it at markertek.com Stocked starquad cable too in custom length.

If you call B&H they can get it for you. Their item# is RECAXJ12RTMF and is a 1 footer with the new Neutrik right angle on both ends for $29.95 or item# is RECAXJCOIL2R and is a 1.5 footer COILED with the new Neutrik right angle on both ends for $37.95

It is not on their site.


Marty,

Just to let you know, I called B&H a couple of weeks back and ordered the RECAXJ12RTMF and it arrived yesterday. Thanks for the info.

Another quick question along the same lines, but this time about the actual wire used in XLR cables:

Is the wire a 2-conductor wire *surrounded* by a braided shield (like coax cable), or a 2-conductor wire with a separate braided shield "wire"?

Just thought I'd add a post for future UK users:

I ordered my 30cm (actually wishing I'd ordered 40cm now... might be a little tight if I use it in CH2) from Sound & Lighting Hire in Edinburgh Glasgow Scotland The Warehouse (http://www.warehousesound.co.uk) for just under 18 quid including VAT and postage.

Someone from Cadence Cable Systems - Pro Audio Cables (http://www.cadencecables.com) called me back when I'd left a message requesting my cable but I didn't speak to them as I'd already ordered but they may also supply them.

That is all.

The shotgun camera mount is from Rode:
RØDE Microphones (http://usa.rodemic.com/accessory.php?product=SM5)

On the subject of this post, I am looking for a simple XLR male to XLR female (Angled) pass through connector (no cable) just the connector. I can't find any of these online either - Anyone have any ideas? - thx

try this.

XLR to XLR Adapters Adapters, Adapter Cables, Splitters Accessories & Parts & Hardware from Full Compass (http://www.fullcompass.com/category/XLR-to-XLR-Adapters.html)

You should be able to find what you need there.

"XLR male to XLR female (Angled) pass through connector."
I do not recall ever seeing one in my 30+ years in music & audio.
That does not mean they don't exist..

I know it has been mentioned before but make your own.... If you intend to keep doing what your doing over the comming years it will cost you a fortune in custom made cables.
Spend a little money now and learn how to solder....

Maybe I shouldn't be saying this as I earn a good portion of my income from doing EXACTLY that, making custom cables and other things for local video production guys in Adeaide, South Australia.
But if you need some ...contact me ;)

I think what Rich Perry was looking for is a one-piece right-angle pass though XLR adapter. Making or buying a cable with a right-angle XLR connector(s) would probably be better anyway since there would be less weight on the connection.

I second the vote for making your own cables. The markup on cables is AMAZING. A $30 patch cable can be made in ten minutes (or less, if you get on a roll) with about $8 in parts, AND you can use top quality cable and parts.

As a further bonus, you know the cable was soldered properly--all of the cable problems I've had have been with cables I've purchased. Typically I unscrew the XLR or 1/4" mount and find a bad solder joint.

In the US, Markertek is where I buy my cable-making supplies.

A question was asked above about the type of cable used. For balanced audio, you want two-conductor, shielded cable. The shield should surround the inner conductors in some way as its purpose really is to provide shielding from interference. There is also what's called "Quad Cable" which has four conductors twisted around each other (plus shielding). Two conductors are used for each signal line, and this is supposed to help dampen noise. I've never used it, so I don't know how much of a difference it makes.

This is the type of cable I use in the studio: Mogami W2549 Neglex Balanced Mic Cable

It's quality cable and I've never had any problems with it. However, it's possible that you might want something with a little thicker/stiffer casing for heavy-duty field use.

You'd also need to invest a little money in some tools: soldering iron, wire strippers, and one of those third-hand things (as holding the iron, the solder, the plug, and the wire at the same time is tough with only two hands and one mouth). A set of top-quality tools that will last you years and years would cost about $100--which you'd make back simply by making four or five cables.

Another tip: check out this Rane Note for proper wiring of cables, especially if you are trying to adapt balanced and unbalanced gear: http://www.rane.com/note110.html

Most of my mic cables are Canare L-4E6S. Rugged, flexible and easy to coil, but not a lot of fun prepping for solder. They could last your entire career (and then some) if not lost, cut or burned. I buy the L-4E6S for less than .50/Ft. from Markertek or Full Compass...
You gotta ask a sales rep, for they're best price..... Sorry.. I'm not cheap, I'm a cut-price person in a low budget land.