Audio cable CORDIAL EY 1 WMM — 1 m, 3.5 mm male to 2 × XLR (3-pin) female, Black

The CORDIAL EY 1 WMM is a 1 m Y-adapter cable that converts a 3.5 mm stereo (TRS) mini jack into two balanced XLR (3-pin) female outputs. It is designed to split a stereo or TRS signal from portable players, laptops or headphone outputs into two separate channels for mixers, PA systems or recording equipment.

Advantages

The cable features molded bend protection for improved durability and repeated mating cycles. A conductor area of 0.14 mm² with 26 AWG single-strand construction (18 x 0.10 mm) and spiral shielding helps protect audio from external interference. The PVC jacket compound provides a balance of robustness and flexibility for everyday use.

Suitable for

• Connecting portable audio players or laptops to mixers and PA systems
• Feeding headphone or line-level TRS outputs into two balanced XLR inputs
• Simple stereo-to-dual-mono conversion for live or small studio setups

When it may not be suitable

This adapter carries an unbalanced or TRS stereo signal converted to two XLRs but does not perform active impedance matching or provide microphone preamplification. It may not be suitable when a true balanced source is required, when long cable runs demand heavier-gauge conductors, or when phantom power routing and microphone-level matching are needed.

Key specifications

• Cable length: 1 m
• Input connector: 3.5 mm stereo (TRS) male
• Output connectors: 2 × XLR 3-pin female
• Conductor area: 0.14 mm² (26 AWG equivalent), single-strand construction (18 × 0.10 mm)
• Shielding: spiral shielding
• Jacket material: PVC
• Colour: Black

How to use

Insert the 3.5 mm male plug into the stereo or TRS output of your source device. Connect the two XLR female outputs to the corresponding XLR inputs on your mixer, PA system or recording interface. Ensure correct channel assignment on the receiving device; the adapter splits left and right channels into separate outputs. Avoid routing phantom power through this cable to sources not designed for it.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm whether your source provides a TRS stereo or unbalanced output and whether the receiving equipment expects balanced inputs
• For long runs or microphone-level signals, consider cables with heavier conductors or active DI/preamp solutions
• Check connector gender and pin compatibility with your equipment

Usage recommendations

Use the CORDIAL EY 1 WMM for short patch connections between consumer devices and professional equipment, keep cable runs short to minimise noise, and avoid using the adapter where impedance matching or phantom power is required.