Detail 01
XLR to 1/4" conversion
Bridges mic-world and instrument-world connectors so one cable can serve both without buying a second cable.
Product detailSKU #1274034478682
D'AddarioXLR-1/4" Adapter
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
XLR to 1/4" adapter for connecting mic-style cables to quarter-inch jacks. A one-piece fix for gear that doesn't share connectors.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Plugging an XLR cable into a 1/4" input on a mixer or amp
- Gig bag spare for venues with unknown patch panels
- Studio patching where you don't want to rewire a snake
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone needing phantom power to reach a condenser mic
- Balanced runs longer than about 20 feet after the adapter
- Players wanting a converted cable rather than an inline piece
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Inline barrel design
Sits at the end of your existing cable. No soldering, no cable surgery, and you can remove it anytime.
Detail 03
Rigid one-piece body
Adds a few inches of stiff length at the jack. Watch strain on wall plates and rack panels.
Detail 04
$22 price
More than a generic adapter. You're paying for connector tolerances that stay tight after repeated plugging.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No cable is included; this converts a cable you already own
- 02An adapter can't pass phantom power to a condenser mic
- 03Long adapted runs can pick up hum; keep them short where possible
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can I plug a microphone into my guitar amp with this?
Physically yes, and dynamic mics will make sound. Levels and impedance won't match well, so expect a quiet, thin signal compared to a real mic input.
02Does this work for a condenser mic?
Only if the mic doesn't need phantom power. An adapter carries no power of its own, so a 48V condenser will stay silent.
03Is it male or female XLR?
Check which end your cable terminates in before ordering, since XLR comes in both. The 1/4" side is a quarter-inch plug.
04Will it hurt sound quality?
A short adapter on a good cable is close to transparent. The bigger risk is a loose connection or a long unbalanced run after the conversion, both of which add noise.
Reference
Full specifications
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