PROEL BULK220LU5 - Professional Audio Cable Mono Jack to XLR Male (5 Meters)
The Proel BULK220LU5 represents the perfect fusion of industrial durability and sonic fidelity, designed specifically for musicians, sound engineers, and technicians who cannot afford any failures in their signal chain. Part of the renowned "BULK" series from the Italian brand Proel, this 5-meter assembled cable offers a robust solution for asymmetrical (unbalanced) audio interconnections, guaranteeing clean transmission free of unwanted noise.
Built upon the acclaimed HPC220 bulk cable, this model stands out for its use of high-purity oxygen-free copper (OFC) in its conductors. This choice of materials is not merely aesthetic, but functional: it ensures that the audio signal travels from your instrument or mixing console to its destination with minimal high-frequency loss and superior dynamic response. Its flexible PVC outer jacket is formulated to withstand rigorous stage use, preventing the memory effect (the cable becoming distorted and developing odd shapes) and making it easy to pack up after each performance.
High-quality metal connectors with robust alloy housings protect internal solder points from accidental tugs and stomps, common in live sound environments. Whether connecting a line output to a powered monitor or for specific instrument setups, the BULK220LU5 is the trusted standard for male XLR jack connections.
Main features
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High-purity OFC conductors: Uses oxygen-free copper to maximize conductivity and preserve the tonal integrity of the original signal.
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Dense spiral shielding: Offers superior protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), crucial in scenarios with a lot of lighting and electrical wiring.
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PROEL Metal Connectors: Equipped with a 6.3mm (TS) mono jack and a 3-pin male XLR connector, both with nickel-plated metal housings for corrosion resistance and mechanical durability.
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"Soft Touch" PVC Cover: The outer coating is not only abrasion resistant, but also offers a soft touch and flexibility that makes it easy to handle and roll up.
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Silent construction: Internal design optimized to reduce microphone noise when moving or dragging the cable across the floor.
Benefits for the user
Investing in the right cabling is just as important as the instrument itself. The Proel BULK220LU5 eliminates the common worries associated with budget cables:
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Live reliability: Thanks to its strain relief on the connectors, it can withstand the typical mechanical stress of live performances without interrupting the signal.
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Clean signal: When connecting equipment with Jack outputs to XLR inputs, this cable maintains the clarity of the sound without adding hum, provided the appropriate gain chain is respected.
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Long lifespan: Wear-resistant materials ensure this cable will remain in your inventory of functional tools for years, quickly paying for your investment.
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Connection versatility: Solves connector compatibility problems without the need for small adapters that are often lost or fail.
Recommended use cases
This cable is an indispensable tool in any technician's or musician's backpack for specific situations:
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Connecting Mixing Consoles to Monitors: Ideal for sending the signal from the auxiliary output or "Main Out" (Jack) of a small mixing console to a self-powered speaker or stage monitor (XLR input).
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Instruments to Stage Boxes: Useful for connecting keyboards, synthesizers or drum machines with mono Jack output directly to XLR inputs of audio cables or interfaces (keeping in mind that the signal will be unbalanced).
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Processor to Amplifier Outputs: To connect multi-effects pedalboards or preamps with line output jack to power amplifiers with XLR input.
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Karaoke and DJ Systems: Quick interconnection of basic DJ controllers or mixers to active PA systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this cable suitable for connecting a regular microphone?
Generally not. Most professional microphones use an XLR female to XLR male cable. This cable has a jack on one end, so it would only work for very old or specific microphones with a jack output, or for connecting a microphone to an instrument input (not recommended due to impedance). Its primary use is for line or instrument level.
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Is it a balanced cable?
No. Although the XLR connector has 3 pins, the jack connector is a 2-pole mono (TS) connector. This causes the cable to operate in an unbalanced (asymmetrical) manner. Pins 1 and 3 of the XLR are usually bridged to the jack's ground.
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Can I use it to connect my guitar to a mic input on the mixer?
Physically, yes, but be careful with the gain. A mixer's XLR input usually expects a microphone signal (very low). If you connect a strong line signal, you could overload the input. It's ideal if the input has a level selector (Mic/Line).
Project description
Proel BULK220LU5 professional asymmetrical audio cable, 5 meters long. The cable features oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors and copper spiral shielding for superior interference rejection. It has a flexible black PVC outer jacket with an approximate diameter of 6-7 mm. The connectors are nickel-plated metal housings: one end has a male 6.3 mm mono jack (TS) connector, and the other end has a 3-pin male XLR connector. Internal strain relief ensures the mechanical durability of the solder joints.
