Monoprice Inc. 4764 2.5mm stereo cable 25 feet 16AWG

Balanced audio cable for studio and stage

The Monoprice 4764 is a 25‑foot balanced interconnect built with 16AWG conductors and gold‑plated connectors. It links professional gear such as mixers, audio interfaces and powered speakers where low‑noise signal transfer matters. The XLR male to 1/4‑inch TRS male terminations suit balanced line‑level paths in recording and live‑sound setups. Its braided shield isolates the signal from external interference without coupling noise into the audio path.

Practical limits of the XLR‑to‑TRS interface

A single balanced cable carries one mono channel, so stereo signals require two separate runs. The 7.62‑metre length works for typical stage or control‑room distances but adds capacitance that can roll off very high frequencies on extremely long runs. The connector gender is fixed male‑to‑male, so gender changers or adapter cables are needed when interfacing with female‑only panels. No active electronics are present, so signal level and impedance matching depend entirely on the connected equipment.

Capacity and headroom in real use

The 16AWG conductors provide ample current capacity for line‑level and low‑impedance microphone signals without measurable voltage drop over the full length. Gold plating resists oxidation, maintaining consistent contact resistance through repeated patching sessions. The separate braided shield rejects common‑mode noise from lighting dimmers and power cables, preserving dynamic range in electrically noisy venues. For multi‑channel snakes or permanent installations requiring higher channel counts, additional cables or a multi‑pair loom would be necessary.