UGREEN 20500 2m Braided XLR Microphone Cable
Overview
- 2M • BRAIDED • 3-PIN XLR MALE TO FEMALE
What it does well.
Key features
What it does. a passive 2m three-pin XLR male-to-female cable with a nylon-braided jacket and zinc-alloy connector shells for compatible balanced microphone and line-level audio paths.
Signal path. The cable is pin-to-pin and can carry a compatible balanced analogue path. In a normal microphone chain, the female connector attaches to the microphone/output and the male connector feeds the mixer, preamp, recorder, interface or powered input.
Conversion boundary. There is no DAC, codec, gain, preamp or active noise cancellation. Copper conductors and layered shielding help resist external interference, but correct grounding, balanced endpoints and sensible gain staging are still required.
Power design. No battery or supply. Lower gain and disable phantom power before patching. Do not use it as a mains lead or high-power passive-speaker cable.
Signal direction and connector roles
The cable is pin-to-pin and can carry a compatible balanced analogue path. In a normal microphone chain, the female connector attaches to the microphone/output and the male connector feeds the mixer, preamp, recorder, interface or powered input.
Connector rule: an output must feed the matching input. Physical fit does not prove electrical role, microphone wiring, charging protocol or signal level.
Safe start: lower volume or gain, check labels and connect one complete path before adding any charger, second endpoint or application.
Conversion, sample rates and sound behaviour
Microphone, calls and controls
Microphone / call path. Suitable for compatible three-pin XLR dynamic, condenser and shotgun microphones plus balanced XLR equipment. Phantom power can pass through a sound cable when supplied by compatible equipment; the cable does not create or regulate it.
Controls. No controls. Use the latch correctly, secure the cable against pulls and make level adjustments at the connected equipment.
Use scenarios
Scenario 1. Dynamic microphone to stage mixer.
Scenario 2. Condenser microphone to phantom-capable interface.
Scenario 3. Shotgun microphone to compatible recorder.
Scenario 4. Mixer output to a balanced powered-speaker input.
Scenario 5. Two-metre studio patch between compatible XLR equipment.
Setup and usability guidance
Usability tip: test playback and microphone or charging separately before relying on simultaneous operation.
- Step 1: Mute outputs, lower gain and switch phantom power off.
- Step 2: Inspect the three pins, sockets, latch and braided jacket.
- Step 3: Connect female XLR to the source and male XLR to the receiving input.
- Step 4: Route away from mains bricks, sharp edges, doorways and foot traffic.
- Step 5: Restore required phantom power only after connection, then raise gain gradually while monitoring noise and clipping.
Compatible devices and systems
Standard three-pin XLR microphones, mixers, preamps, audio interfaces, studio recorders, active speakers, PA systems and other compatible XLR devices. A camera with XLR is suitable only when its input format and power settings match.
- Match the connector role and wiring standard.
- Check host operating-system audio settings and app permissions.
- For USB audio, confirm the port supports data/audio rather than charging only.
- For analogue audio, confirm input versus output and headset TRRS versus stereo TRS.
- For XLR, confirm signal level, balanced wiring and phantom-power requirements.
What this product does
- a passive 2m three-pin XLR male-to-female cable with a nylon-braided jacket and zinc-alloy connector shells for compatible balanced microphone and line-level audio paths.
- The cable is pin-to-pin and can carry a compatible balanced analogue path. In a normal microphone chain, the female connector attaches to the microphone/output and the male connector feeds the mixer, preamp, recorder, interface or powered input.
- There is no DAC, codec, gain, preamp or active noise cancellation. Copper conductors and layered shielding help resist external interference, but correct grounding, balanced endpoints and sensible gain staging are still required.
- Suitable for compatible three-pin XLR dynamic, condenser and shotgun microphones plus balanced XLR equipment. Phantom power can pass through a sound cable when supplied by compatible equipment; the cable does not create or regulate it.
- No battery or supply. Lower gain and disable phantom power before patching. Do not use it as a mains lead or high-power passive-speaker cable.
What this product does not do
- not USB, not a microphone preamp, not a 6.35mm instrument cable, not a passive-speaker power lead and not proof that any two XLR-shaped ports have matching signal level or direction.
- Do not force a connector, bend it under side load or continue using damaged pins, plugs, insulation or housings.
- Do not infer microphone, charging, data, phantom-power or console-chat support merely from a connector fitting.
- Do not connect wet equipment or leave cables where they create a trip, snag or vehicle-control hazard.
- Do not use consumer/headset audio connectors with mains, speaker-level or unknown industrial signals.
What to do
Confirm SKU. Check 20500 on the product or package before relying on these specifications.
Start at low level. Lower headphone volume, speaker level, microphone gain or channel fader before connection.
Test one path. Verify one source, adapter/cable and destination before adding more equipment.
Keep ports clean and dry. Disconnect power, remove lint without metal tools and allow complete drying before reuse.
Use system settings. Select the intended playback and recording devices; physical connection alone may not change routing.
Store without stress. Coil cables loosely and protect exposed plugs, pins and adapter housings.
What not to do
Do not force a fit. Stop if alignment, case clearance, pins or latch do not match.
Do not guess direction. Inputs and outputs can share the same connector shape.
Do not overstate formats. Use only the sample-rate or signal claim listed for this SKU.
Do not use at unsafe volume. High playback levels can injure hearing and overload equipment.
Do not patch live phantom power. For XLR, mute and disable phantom power before changing connections.
Do not create hazards. Keep leads away from pedals, controls, doors, wheels, children and walkways.
Power, charging and operating conditions
Power behaviour: No battery or supply. Lower gain and disable phantom power before patching. Do not use it as a mains lead or high-power passive-speaker cable.
- Use only compliant, undamaged hosts, chargers and cables.
- Disconnect for unusual heat, smell, intermittent power, corrosion or visible damage.
- Do not cover adapters during charging or operation.
- Keep all contacts dry and free of conductive debris.
- No product in this batch should be treated as weather-resistant unless an IP rating is published.
Warnings and limitations
- Hearing: begin at low volume, limit exposure and stop if you notice discomfort or ringing.
- Electrical: never connect audio pins to mains, unknown industrial wiring or incompatible high-power outputs.
- Microphones: mute channels before plugging; for XLR, switch phantom power only when the connected microphone requires it.
- Driving: connect and configure vehicle audio while parked; do not route cables across pedals, steering or airbags.
- Water and heat: keep connectors dry and away from hot dashboards, heaters and direct sun.
- Mechanical: do not pull by the cable, close doors on leads or leave adapters protruding where they can be struck.
Troubleshooting
No playback. Check source output selection, destination input, mute state, volume and full connector seating.
No microphone. Confirm an mic-return path, correct TRRS/XLR wiring, recording-device selection and app permission.
Charging absent or slow. Confirm that this SKU supports charging, then test a compatible charger/cable and inspect host limits.
Noise or hum. Separate signal leads from power bricks, test another port/path and verify balanced grounding or AUX input role.
One channel missing. Reinsert the plug fully, inspect contacts and test each device with a known-good cable or headset.
USB device not recognised. Try a direct data-capable USB port, reboot audio services and check operating-system support.
At a glance.
- Product
- Braided XLR male-to-female microphone cable
- SKU
- 20500
- Length
- 2m
- Connectors
- Three-pin XLR male and female
- Signal
- Passive balanced analogue with compatible balanced endpoints
- Conductor
- Copper
- Shielding
- PE insulation, cotton layer, copper shield and TPE jacket shown
- Outer jacket
- Nylon braided
- Connector shells
- Zinc alloy
- Phantom power
- Pass-through with compatible equipment; not generated
- Conversion / gain
- None
- Battery
- None
- In the box
- Confirm this SKU and connector gender.
Confirm input/output direction and TRS/TRRS/XLR wiring.
Confirm microphone, inline-control, charging or phantom-power needs separately.
Check operating-system and console limitations.
Confirm that every extra cable, charger, headset or adapter you need is actually included.
Format figures are device ceilings or stated maxima under suitable conditions; compatible equipment may negotiate or operate at lower values.
Included: one UGREEN 20500 2m braided XLR male-to-female cable; microphone, mixer, interface and phantom-power supply are not included.
Questions buyers ask.
What exactly is UGREEN 20500?
It is a passive 2m three-pin XLR male-to-female cable with a nylon-braided jacket and zinc-alloy connector shells for compatible balanced microphone and line-level audio paths.
What connects to each XLR end?
The cable is pin-to-pin and can carry a compatible balanced analogue path. In a normal microphone chain, the female connector attaches to the microphone/output and the male connector feeds the mixer, preamp, recorder, interface or powered input.
Is this an active microphone interface?
There is no DAC, codec, gain, preamp or active noise cancellation. Copper conductors and layered shielding help resist external interference, but correct grounding, balanced endpoints and sensible gain staging are still required.
Can it carry phantom power?
Suitable for compatible three-pin XLR dynamic, condenser and shotgun microphones plus balanced XLR equipment. Phantom power can pass through a sound cable when supplied by compatible equipment; the cable does not create or regulate it.
Will it make an unbalanced setup balanced?
No. Balanced-noise rejection requires compatible balanced wiring and equipment at both ends.
Can it connect directly to USB or a phone?
No. not USB, not a microphone preamp, not a 6.35mm instrument cable, not a passive-speaker power lead and not proof that any two XLR-shaped ports have matching signal level or direction.
Which devices are the right match?
Standard three-pin XLR microphones, mixers, preamps, audio interfaces, studio recorders, active speakers, PA systems and other compatible XLR devices. A camera with XLR is suitable only when its input format and power settings match.
What is the safest first setup?
Mute outputs, lower gain and switch phantom power off. Inspect the three pins, sockets, latch and braided jacket. Connect female XLR to the source and male XLR to the receiving input.
What should I check if there is no sound or signal?
Confirm connector role and seating, system input/output selection, volume/gain, app permissions and one known-good source/destination before changing multiple variables.
What is included in the package?
one UGREEN 20500 2m braided XLR male-to-female cable; microphone, mixer, interface and phantom-power supply are not included.
What should this product not be used for?
not USB, not a microphone preamp, not a 6.35mm instrument cable, not a passive-speaker power lead and not proof that any two XLR-shaped ports have matching signal level or direction.