Cordial CYB 12-4 C - Professional Stage Box 12 Inputs / 4 Outputs XLR 30 meters
The Cordial CYB 12-4 C is a stage box, also known as a "hose" or "multicore" box, designed to provide a robust, reliable, and high-quality solution for transmitting analog audio signals in professional environments. With a configuration of 12 send channels (inputs) and 4 return channels (outputs), this system is ideal for connecting instruments, microphones, and other sound sources from the stage to the mixing console (FOH), whether in live concerts, recording studios, or rehearsal rooms.
Manufactured to Cordial's high quality standards, this 30-meter cable guarantees clean, interference-free signal transmission over long distances. The stage box features a heavy-duty trapezoidal metal chassis, designed to withstand the demands of continuous use on tours and at events. Its compact and functional design, with reinforced corners, protects the connections and ensures exceptional durability.
Main Features
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Versatile Configuration: It has 12 inputs with female XLR connectors and 4 outputs with male XLR connectors, covering the usual needs of most small to medium-sized bands and events.
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High Quality Connectors: Equipped with hand-soldered REAN connectors (a Neutrik brand), ensuring a secure connection, excellent conductivity, and a long service life.
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30 Meter Cable: The 30 meter length provides ample flexibility for stages of various sizes, allowing for convenient placement of the mixing console relative to the stage.
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Robust Construction: The stage box features a very sturdy metal trapezoidal design, while the cable is protected by a flexible and durable PVC cover.
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Advanced Protection: Incorporates a strain relief and anti-kink protection system both at the cable joint with the housing and at each of the whip connectors, preventing damage from pulling or bending.
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Clear Identification: The channels are clearly numbered, with fluorescent labels that facilitate identification and connection in low-light environments.
Benefits for the Sound Professional
The Cordial CYB 12-4 C is designed for sound engineers, musicians, and technicians seeking a reliable and efficient tool. Its plug-and-play design simplifies and speeds up setup and teardown at any event, reducing the time and clutter of using multiple individual cables. The quality of its components ensures pristine audio transmission, free from noise and interference, allowing the mix to remain clean and professional. Its durability makes it a smart long-term investment, capable of withstanding the wear and tear of touring and frequent use.
Use Cases
This multicore system is the perfect solution for a wide variety of applications, including:
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Live Concerts: Connect all microphones and instruments on stage in an orderly fashion to the remotely located mixing console.
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Recording Studios: Ideal for connecting the recording room (live room) with the control room, maintaining the organization of the cabling.
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Rehearsal Rooms: Facilitates a clean and professional setup for bands, allowing a quick and stable connection of all equipment.
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Fixed Installations: Perfect for theaters, auditoriums, churches and conference rooms that require a centralized and reliable audio cabling solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the connectors of good quality?
Yes, the stage box uses REAN connectors, a brand manufactured by Neutrik, a world leader in professional audio connectors. They are hand-soldered to ensure maximum reliability.
Is it durable enough for touring?
Absolutely. It's designed for intensive professional use. The casing is metal and robust, and the cable has multiple protections against pulling and bending to ensure its durability.
What does the 12/4 configuration mean?
This means that the system has 12 send channels (usually from the stage to the mixing console) and 4 return channels (from the mixing console to the stage, for monitors, etc.).
Is the cable shielded?
Yes, each pair of conductors within the main cable is individually shielded to minimize crosstalk and protect the signal against external electromagnetic interference, ensuring clean audio transmission.
Project description
Analog multicore audio system with stage box and whip antenna. 16-channel configuration: 12 inputs (XLR female) and 4 outputs (XLR male). 30-meter main cable length. Stage box with trapezoidal metal chassis. Hand-soldered REAN (by Neutrik) connectors. Cable with PVC outer jacket, kink protection, and strain relief at connection points. Numbered channel identification.
