UGREEN 20711 3m XLR Male-to-Female Microphone Cable
Overview
- 3M • 3-PIN XLR • FLEXIBLE 6MM JACKET
What it does well.
Key features
What it does. a passive 3m three-pin XLR male-to-female cable for extending a compatible balanced microphone or line-level connection between professional audio devices.
Signal path. A three-pin XLR cable is electrically straight-through and can carry a balanced signal between compatible XLR equipment. In typical microphone use, connect the female end to the microphone/output device and the male end to a mixer, preamp, interface or powered-speaker input.
Conversion boundary. There is no DAC, codec, preamp, gain stage or digital conversion. Copper conductors, PE insulation, cotton layer and copper shielding are intended to preserve the connected equipment’s analogue signal; they cannot remove noise created elsewhere.
Power design. No battery or external power. Switch phantom power off and lower gain before connecting or disconnecting a condenser microphone, then restore power only after secure connections.
Signal direction and connector roles
A three-pin XLR cable is electrically straight-through and can carry a balanced signal between compatible XLR equipment. In typical microphone use, connect the female end to the microphone/output device and the male end to a mixer, preamp, interface or powered-speaker 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. Works with compatible dynamic or condenser microphones and XLR audio equipment. It can carry phantom power only when the connected equipment is properly wired and supplies it; the cable does not generate phantom power.
Controls. No switches or volume controls. Secure the connectors, manage the cable path and adjust gain on the mixer, preamp, interface or amplifier.
Use scenarios
Scenario 1. Microphone to mixer in a home studio.
Scenario 2. Microphone to audio interface for voice recording.
Scenario 3. Extending a stage microphone run by 3m.
Scenario 4. Mixer or interface line output to a compatible powered input.
Scenario 5. Balanced patching where matching three-pin XLR roles are present.
Setup and usability guidance
Usability tip: test playback and microphone or charging separately before relying on simultaneous operation.
- Step 1: Turn down monitor level, channel gain and phantom power.
- Step 2: Inspect all pins, latch openings and cable jacket for damage.
- Step 3: Connect the female XLR end to the microphone or source and the male end to the receiving XLR input.
- Step 4: Route the cable away from mains adapters, sharp edges, wheels and walkways.
- Step 5: Set gain gradually; enable phantom power only if the microphone requires it and the complete path supports it.
Compatible devices and systems
Standard three-pin XLR microphones, mixers, preamps, audio interfaces, recorders, powered speakers, PA equipment and other balanced XLR devices. Connector shape alone does not prove signal-level or phantom-power compatibility.
- 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 3m three-pin XLR male-to-female cable for extending a compatible balanced microphone or line-level connection between professional audio devices.
- A three-pin XLR cable is electrically straight-through and can carry a balanced signal between compatible XLR equipment. In typical microphone use, connect the female end to the microphone/output device and the male end to a mixer, preamp, interface or powered-speaker input.
- There is no DAC, codec, preamp, gain stage or digital conversion. Copper conductors, PE insulation, cotton layer and copper shielding are intended to preserve the connected equipment’s analogue signal; they cannot remove noise created elsewhere.
- Works with compatible dynamic or condenser microphones and XLR audio equipment. It can carry phantom power only when the connected equipment is properly wired and supplies it; the cable does not generate phantom power.
- No battery or external power. Switch phantom power off and lower gain before connecting or disconnecting a condenser microphone, then restore power only after secure connections.
What this product does not do
- not an XLR-to-USB interface, not a microphone preamp, not an unbalanced guitar cable, not a speaker-power cable and not a guarantee of noise-free audio when equipment grounding or gain staging is faulty.
- 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 20711 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 external power. Switch phantom power off and lower gain before connecting or disconnecting a condenser microphone, then restore power only after secure connections.
- 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
- XLR male-to-female microphone/extension cable
- SKU
- 20711
- Length
- 3m
- Connectors
- Three-pin XLR male and three-pin XLR female
- Signal
- Passive balanced analogue when used with balanced endpoints
- Conductor
- Copper
- Shielding
- Copper shield with cotton layer and PE insulation
- Outer diameter
- Approximately 6mm
- Jacket
- Flexible black outer jacket
- Phantom power
- Pass-through only with compatible equipment
- Conversion / gain
- 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 20711 3m XLR male-to-female cable; microphone, mixer, audio interface and storage tie are not listed as included.
Questions buyers ask.
What exactly is UGREEN 20711?
It is a passive 3m three-pin XLR male-to-female cable for extending a compatible balanced microphone or line-level connection between professional audio devices.
What connects to each XLR end?
A three-pin XLR cable is electrically straight-through and can carry a balanced signal between compatible XLR equipment. In typical microphone use, connect the female end to the microphone/output device and the male end to a mixer, preamp, interface or powered-speaker input.
Is this an active microphone interface?
There is no DAC, codec, preamp, gain stage or digital conversion. Copper conductors, PE insulation, cotton layer and copper shielding are intended to preserve the connected equipment’s analogue signal; they cannot remove noise created elsewhere.
Can it carry phantom power?
Works with compatible dynamic or condenser microphones and XLR audio equipment. It can carry phantom power only when the connected equipment is properly wired and supplies it; the cable does not generate phantom power.
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 an XLR-to-USB interface, not a microphone preamp, not an unbalanced guitar cable, not a speaker-power cable and not a guarantee of noise-free audio when equipment grounding or gain staging is faulty.
Which devices are the right match?
Standard three-pin XLR microphones, mixers, preamps, audio interfaces, recorders, powered speakers, PA equipment and other balanced XLR devices. Connector shape alone does not prove signal-level or phantom-power compatibility.
What is the safest first setup?
Turn down monitor level, channel gain and phantom power. Inspect all pins, latch openings and cable jacket for damage. Connect the female XLR end to the microphone or source and the male end to the receiving XLR 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 20711 3m XLR male-to-female cable; microphone, mixer, audio interface and storage tie are not listed as included.
What should this product not be used for?
not an XLR-to-USB interface, not a microphone preamp, not an unbalanced guitar cable, not a speaker-power cable and not a guarantee of noise-free audio when equipment grounding or gain staging is faulty.