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Black 3 ft audio cable with 1/4 inch TRS plug and XLR male connector

Hosa Technology

Hosa Technology HSX-003 REAN 1/4" TRS to XLR3M 3 ft cable

SKU CH-PPF9-HR9P2

Balanced 3 ft cable with REAN 1/4" TRS to XLR3M connectors, 24 AWG oxygen-free copper conductors and 90 % OFC spiral shielding

  • Product typeSnakes
  • Overall length9
  • Product weight0.3
  • Balanced TRS-to-XLR connection links pro audio gear
  • Rean connectors deliver durable, reliable signal transfer
  • 24 AWG oxygen-free copper ensures clear audio path
  • 90% OFC spiral shield rejects EMI and RFI noise
  • 3 ft length suits compact stage and studio setups

Professional audio interconnect

The Hosa HSX-003 is a balanced cable designed for live sound and touring environments where reliable signal transfer matters. It connects equipment with 1/4" TRS outputs to devices with XLR inputs using professional-grade Rean connectors. The 3 ft length suits rack-to-rack or stage-box runs.

Shielding and signal integrity

Oxygen-free copper conductors at 24AWG carry the signal while 90 percent OFC spiral shielding rejects EMI and RFI interference. The spiral construction maintains flexibility for repeated coiling and uncoiling on tour. Connectors are built to withstand frequent insertion cycles in demanding applications.

Not for permanent installs or multi-channel snakes

Installers needing in-wall rated jacket or plenum compliance should choose a different cable type. Users requiring more than a single balanced channel will need a multi-pair snake instead. The 3 ft reach also limits use to adjacent gear rather than long stage runs.

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Price $14.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameHosa
Product typeSnakes

Questions about this item

How do I install the 1/4" TRS and XLR3M connectors correctly?

Align the key on the XLR3M connector with the socket groove and push until it clicks. Insert the 1/4" TRS plug fully so both rings contact the jack. The 3 ft length leaves little slack, so route the cable before seating both ends to avoid tension on the solder joints.

What maintenance will the REAN connectors and OFC spiral shielding need over time?

Wipe the connector pins with a dry contact cleaner if oxidation appears. Inspect the 90% OFC spiral shield for kinks after each coil; sharp bends can break the 24AWG oxygen-free copper conductors inside the jacket.

At what point does the 3 ft length become the limiting factor in a live setup?

The 3 ft reach restricts placement as soon as the source and destination are farther apart than the cable allows. Stretching it pulls on the REAN 1/4" TRS and XLR3M solder joints, which is the first failure mode under sustained stage movement.

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