PROEL BULK535LU3 - Professional Y-Insertion Cable (Stereo Jack to 2 x Mono Jack) - 3 Meters
The PROEL BULK535LU3 is a high-performance insert cable belonging to Proel's acclaimed Bulk series, a line designed specifically for musicians, sound engineers, and audio professionals seeking technical reliability without compromising on budget. This Y-adapter cable is an indispensable tool in any studio or live setup, enabling the efficient management of complex audio signals with the guarantee of clean, noise-free transmission.
Measuring 3 meters in length, this cable offers the flexibility needed to connect equipment in racks, mixing consoles, and pedalboards without putting strain on the connectors. Its technical configuration converts a stereo (or insert point) signal via a 6.3 mm TRS (stereo) jack into two independent mono signals via two 6.3 mm TS (mono) jacks . This architecture is essential for external audio processing and splitting stereo signals into individual channels.
The cable's construction stands out for its use of high-quality materials, characteristic of Proel's Italian engineering. It features a flexible yet durable PVC outer jacket, designed to withstand heavy use, accidental steps, and the constant winding typical of stage setups. The connectors are molded and reinforced to ensure optimal tensile strength, protecting the internal solder joints and guaranteeing a long product lifespan even under the most demanding conditions.
Main features
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Y (Insert) Configuration: Specifically designed to split TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) signals into two separate TS (Tip-Sleeve) lines.
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Professional Connectors: Equipped with high-quality PROEL connectors that ensure a firm contact and uninterrupted signal transmission.
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Copper Conductors: Uses high-purity copper to minimize signal loss and ensure a flat and faithful frequency response.
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Flexibility and Resistance: The outer sheath protects against abrasions and cuts, keeping the cable flexible for tidy cable management.
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Channel Identification: Mono terminations are usually differentiated (by color or labeling) to easily identify the send channel (Send/Tip) and the return channel (Return/Ring) or the left and right channels.
Benefits for the user
By integrating the PROEL BULK535LU3 into your audio chain, you gain a robust solution that eliminates common problems associated with low-quality cables, such as hum, ground noise, or intermittent dropouts. Its 3-meter length is ideal for keeping your studio tidy, preventing excess coiled cable that can act as an antenna for interference, while still offering sufficient reach to connect equipment that isn't immediately adjacent.
Use cases
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Effects Connection (Insert Points): Ideal for connecting external compressors, equalizers, or noise gates to the channels of a mixing console. The stereo jack connects to the console's "Insert" point, sending the signal through one mono jack and returning the processed signal through the other.
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Stereo Signal Splitter: Perfect for connecting the headphone output or stereo output of a keyboard, synthesizer, or drum machine to two mono channels of a mixer or audio interface for independent panning control.
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Pedal Chains: Useful for guitar effects pedals that have a stereo TRS input and require splitting the signal to two different amplifiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What exactly is an insert cable used for?
It primarily allows you to "insert" an external effects processor into a single channel of a mixing console, using a single connector on the console that sends and receives the signal simultaneously.
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Can I use it to connect my mobile phone to a mixing console?
Yes, provided you use a mini-jack (3.5mm) to jack (6.3mm) adapter on the stereo end. This will separate the left and right channels of your music into two mono channels on the mixer.
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Are the connectors repairable?
The Bulk series typically uses molded and injection-molded connectors for maximum durability and protection against pulling, so they are not detachable, ensuring that the factory welds remain intact.
Project description
Professional audio insert cable, model PROEL BULK535LU3 or equivalent, with a total length of 3 meters. The cable must have a "Y" configuration with one male 6.3 mm stereo (TRS) jack connector on one end and two male 6.3 mm mono (TS) jack connectors on the other. The connectors must have a robust housing and a molded or reinforced strain relief system. The conductor must be high-quality copper with effective shielding to prevent electromagnetic interference and a flexible black PVC outer jacket.
