PROEL HPC210BK - High Flexibility OFC Balanced Microphone Cable
The Proel HPC210BK is an industry standard for audio signal transmission, meticulously designed to deliver superior performance in both live performances and professional recording studios. This balanced microphone cable stands out for its robust yet extremely manageable construction, thanks to materials engineering focused on durability and sound purity.
Its most distinctive feature is the outer jacket made of 60 Shore PVC . This specific material formulation gives the cable exceptional flexibility and a soft-touch feel, eliminating the dreaded "memory effect" often found in more rigid cables. This allows the cable to extend and retract with ease, lying flat on the ground without creating loops or tripping hazards, which is vital for dynamic and touring applications.
Inside, the HPC210BK houses 99.99% pure Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) conductors, guaranteeing crystal-clear, oxidation-free signal transmission over time. Unlike budget options with rigid aluminum shielding, this model incorporates high-density red copper spiral shielding . This technical choice not only improves the cable's mechanical flexibility but also provides over 90% coverage, ensuring effective isolation against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), maintaining the background silence necessary for critical recordings.
Main features
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Premium OFC Conductors: Uses high-purity oxygen-free copper to minimize signal loss and ensure a faithful and transparent frequency response.
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Extreme Flexibility (PVC 60 Shore): The outer cover is formulated to be incredibly flexible and abrasion resistant, ideal for heavy daily use.
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Spiral Shielding: The spiral copper shielding provides effective protection against external noise without compromising cable mobility.
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Quality Insulation: The internal conductors are insulated with high-quality PE (Polyethylene) which ensures low capacitance and electrical stability.
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Professional Standard Dimensions: With a diameter of 6.5 mm, it is compatible with the vast majority of XLR connectors on the market (Neutrik, Amphenol, Switchcraft).
Benefits for the user
For sound engineers and installers, the Proel HPC210BK solves common cable management problems. Its professional feel makes it easy to run cables quickly on dark stages and to retrieve them at the end of the event. The high-quality OFC copper ensures that the tone of microphones and instruments remains pristine, with defined highs and deep bass, without the coloration or loss of brightness typical of cables with smaller gauges or lower purity.
Use cases
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Live and Touring Sound: Thanks to its resistance to being stepped on and its zero memory effect.
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Recording Studios: Due to their low noise level and high fidelity in signal transmission.
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Fixed Installations: Although flexible, its durability makes it suitable for rack cabling, conference rooms, and auditoriums.
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Patch Cable Making: Its internal structure facilitates stripping and soldering to create custom cables.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this cable suitable for line signals or only for microphones?
It is a high-quality balanced cable, making it perfect for both microphones and interconnecting line equipment (mixing consoles, processors, active monitors) using XLR or TRS jack connectors.
Is the shielding made of aluminum or copper?
To maximize flexibility and durability in mobile applications, the HPC210BK uses OFC copper spiral shielding, which is superior to aluminum in terms of resistance to mechanical fatigue from constant bending.
What does PVC 60 Shore mean?
The "Shore" scale measures the material's hardness. A value of 60 indicates a very soft and flexible PVC, resulting in a cable that is easy to handle and does not become rigid, even in cold environments.
Project description
Proel HPC210BK professional balanced microphone cable. Constructed with two 24 AWG (0.22 mm²) oxygen-free copper (OFC) inner conductors and polyethylene (PE) insulation. Features a red OFC copper spiral shield with over 90% coverage for interference rejection. The outer jacket is made of flexible, 60 Shore hardness black PVC with a total diameter of 6.5 mm, optimized for mechanical strength and operational flexibility. Conductor-to-conductor capacitance: 46 pF/mA 1 kHz.
