PROEL BULK540LU3 - Y-Shaped Audio Cable, 3.5mm Stereo Mini Jack to 2 x RCA Male (3 Meters)
The Proel BULK540LU3 is a key component of Proel's acclaimed Bulk series, specifically designed to reliably and clearly meet audio interconnection needs. This insert cable, also known as a Y-cable or breakout cable, performs the vital function of connecting modern audio sources to traditional amplification or mixing equipment. At 3 meters long, it offers the flexibility required for setups in home studios, DJ booths, or live sound installations without putting stress on the connectors.
The cable's construction prioritizes signal integrity. It features a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack connector on one end—the standard for laptops, smartphones, tablets, and MP3 players—which splits into two mono RCA male connectors (red and white/black for the left and right channels). This configuration allows for the transmission of a digital or analog stereo signal to mixing consoles, power amplifiers, active studio monitors, or Hi-Fi equipment.
As part of the Bulk series, this model is manufactured using high-quality materials to ensure a long service life, even under heavy use. The flexible PVC outer jacket protects the internal conductors from mechanical damage and facilitates coiling and storage, preventing common tangling. The connectors are precision-molded to provide robust strain relief, protecting the internal solder points from accidental pulling, making it a safe choice for both fixed installations and mobile use.
Main features
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High-quality connectors: Equipped with a metal/molded stereo 3.5mm Mini Jack (TRS) connector and two mono male RCA connectors, designed for a firm fit and uninterrupted transmission.
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Extended length: Its 3-meter length allows you to connect devices that are not immediately adjacent, ideal for racks or large desktops.
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Professional Bulk Series: Belongs to a product line recognized for its robustness, using materials that balance flexibility and resistance.
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Clear channel separation: RCA connectors are color-coded (usually red and white or black) for quick visual identification of left (L) and right (R) channels.
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Effective isolation: Designed to minimize electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, ensuring clean audio.
Product benefits
The Proel BULK540LU3 cable offers an immediate solution for integrating consumer devices into professional audio environments. Its main benefit lies in the reliability of the connection ; unlike rigid adapters that can damage input ports due to their weight, this flexible cable reduces mechanical stress on equipment jacks. Furthermore, the quality of the conductor ensures that sound fidelity is maintained, preserving the nuances of music or voice recordings without adding static noise, a common issue with lower-end cables.
Use cases
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Connecting mobile devices to mixing consoles: Ideal for DJs or sound engineers who need to connect a phone or tablet to play background music or reference tracks on a PA system.
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Home Studio: Perfect for connecting the audio output of a laptop or internal sound card to studio monitors that have RCA inputs.
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Hi-Fi Integration: Allows you to connect MP3 players or Bluetooth receivers with a jack output to older home stereo amplifiers or AV receivers.
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Audio recording: Useful for sending signals from portable recorders to audio interfaces with RCA line inputs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this cable work in both directions?
Yes, being a passive analog audio cable, the signal can flow in both directions. It can be used to send audio from a jack to RCA, or from an RCA output (such as on a CD player) to a 3.5 mm jack line input.
Does the signal convert from stereo to mono?
It does not mix the signal. The jack connector picks up the stereo signal and physically separates it into two independent mono channels (left and right) via the RCA connectors, maintaining the original stereo image of the audio.
Is it compatible with 6.3 mm TRS connectors?
Not directly. The main connector is 3.5 mm (minijack type). To use it in larger 6.3 mm ports, an additional adapter (not included) would be required.
Project description
Proel BULK540LU3 professional audio insert/adapter cable, 3 meters long. Connector configuration: one male stereo TRS mini jack (3.5 mm) on one end and two male mono RCA connectors on the other. Constructed with high-purity copper conductors and a flexible black PVC jacket. Molded connectors with integrated strain relief and color-coded L/R channel identification. Designed for transmitting unbalanced audio signals between multimedia equipment and amplification or mixing systems.
