Detail 01
Male XLR
This is the plug end that goes into a mixer, interface or preamp input. Mics take the female end.
Product detailSKU #1274115056623
VTGNC3MDL Neutrik XLR Male Connector
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A single Neutrik-style male XLR cable-end connector for building or repairing mic cables. For anyone who solders their own leads.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Repairing a dead mic cable instead of replacing the whole cable
- Building custom-length XLR runs for a studio or stage rig
- Keeping spares in a gig repair kit
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants a ready-to-use cable — this is a bare connector
- People without a soldering iron and basic wiring skills
- Anyone needing the female end to complete a cable
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
Solder-type cable connector
Wires are soldered to three pins inside the shell, not screwed down. You need an iron and a steady hand.
Detail 03
Neutrik NC3MDL pattern
Standard three-pin footprint that mates with any XLR jack. No compatibility questions with other brands.
Detail 04
Gray shell
Housing color only. Doesn't affect signal or fit, but helps you color-code ends in a big cable snake.
Detail 05
Sold as one connector
One cable needs two ends. Count your runs and buy accordingly.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No cable, wire or solder included — this is the connector only
- 02You need a matching female end for a complete mic cable
- 03Check your cable's outer diameter fits the strain relief before ordering in bulk
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this the mic end or the mixer end?
The mixer end. Male XLR plugs into inputs on mixers, interfaces and preamps. The female connector goes on the mic side of the cable.
02Do I need to solder this?
Yes. Three conductors solder to the pins inside the shell. There is no screw-terminal or solderless version of this connector.
03How many pins?
Three, the standard for balanced audio: pin 1 shield, pin 2 hot, pin 3 cold. It mates with any standard XLR jack.
04Does one purchase make a full cable?
No. A cable needs this male end plus a female end and a length of shielded cable. All three are bought separately.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Gray
