Cardas Audio CGA MXLR-MRCA Male XLR to Male RCA Adapter Pair
Best adapter for audiophiles connecting professional gear to home systems.
Seamlessly integrate your audio components with the Cardas Audio CGA MXLR-MRCA adapters. These adapters facilitate conversion between Male XLR and Male RCA connections, featuring a robust construction from thick, high-quality, non-magnetic brass to effectively block RFI and EMI interference. Enjoy superior signal transfer thanks to Rhodium plated contacts over Silver plating. Sold as a pair, they include Red and Black bands for straightforward channel identification. The standard configuration ensures optimal connectivity for your audio setup. Precision-engineered and hand-assembled in Bandon, Oregon, these adapters are built for reliable performance.
$250.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
99
/ 2552
#99 in Audio & Video Cable Adapters & Couplers
Price vs Category Average
+221%
Above average
Connector Type End A
Male XLR
/ Male XLR
Who it's for
- System owners tired of loose or intermittent cable connections
- Audiophiles seeking durable, long-lasting signal path components
- Listeners prioritizing signal integrity during format conversion
Who should skip it
- Owners of equipment with fragile or tightly spaced jacks
- Budget-conscious buyers looking for affordable connectivity solutions
- Users requiring active impedance matching or noise rejection
Performance breakdown
Signal Integrity
Rhodium over silver plating ensures minimal signal loss during conversion.
Interference Shielding
Non-magnetic brass construction effectively blocks unwanted RFI and EMI noise.
Build Quality
Precision hand-assembly in Oregon guarantees long-term durability and reliable connections.
Ease of Identification
Color-coded bands make channel management simple and error-free.
Connector Compatibility
Standard configuration ensures seamless integration with most professional audio components.
Mechanical Robustness
Heavy-duty materials provide a secure, stable fit for high-end cables.
Key Specs
Connector Type End A
Male XLR
Connector Type End B
Male RCA
Base Metal
High copper content, non-magnetic brass
Plating
Silver/rhodium
Contacts Plating
Rhodium
Package Contents
Pair (One Red band, One Black Band)
MPN
CGAMXLR-MRCA P42.76
Country of Origin
USA (Assembled by hand in Bandon Oregon)
Features
- Converts Male XLR to Male RCA connections
- Blocks RFI and EMI interference
- Rhodium plated contacts for optimal signal
- High-quality, non-magnetic brass construction
- Includes channel identification bands
- Standard wiring configuration
- Hand-assembled in Bandon, Oregon
- Durable and reliable performance
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Cardas Audio CGA MXLR-MRCA adapters for their exceptional build quality and sonic transparency. Reviewers consistently note the robust construction and secure fit of both the XLR and RCA connectors, suggesting long term reliability. A key theme is the adapters' ability to maintain signal integrity, introducing no discernible coloration to the audio. Many users report improved clarity and reduced noise floor when bridging balanced and unbalanced components. While the premium price is acknowledged, serious enthusiasts consider the investment justified for maintaining peak high fidelity system performance. These adapters are viewed as essential, reference grade components for seamless system integration.
Know before you buy
This adapter converts a Male XLR output to a Male RCA input. It is designed to help you connect professional audio equipment with XLR outputs to consumer-grade components that feature RCA inputs.
The adapters are engineered with Rhodium-plated contacts over silver to ensure minimal signal loss and high conductivity. Their non-magnetic brass construction also helps shield the signal from RFI and EMI interference, maintaining the integrity of your audio path.
Each pair comes with color-coded bands—one red and one black—to help you easily identify and maintain the correct channel orientation throughout your setup.
These adapters use a standard wiring configuration compatible with most audio components. However, because they are Male-to-Male, ensure your source device has a Male XLR output and your receiving device has a Female RCA input.
These adapters are precision-engineered and hand-assembled at the Cardas Audio facility in Bandon, Oregon.
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