Hosa Technology has introduced Pro Breakout cables, designed to simplify the process of interfacing consumer audio products with professional equipment.
Specifically, any consumer audio product equipped with a stereo minijack output can be interfaced with professional units outfitted with 1/4-inch tip/sleeve, XLR, or RCA connectors.
Hosa Pro Breakouts are available in three configurations:
—The 3.5 mm TRS (tip/ring/sleeve) to dual RCA option—identified as the HMR-000Y Series.
—The 3.5 mm TRS to dual 1/4-inch TS (tip/sleeve) breakout—identified as the HMP-000Y Series.
—The 3.5 mm TRS to dual XLR3M breakout—identified as the HMX-000Y Series.
All three configurations utilize nickel-plated REAN connectors (a brand of Neutrik) for efficient signal transfer and durability, as well as 24 AWG oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors for enhanced signal clarity and 90 percent OFC spiral shields for a higher signal to noise ratio.
“The growth of portable audio products such as iPods, smartphones, and tablets has changed the requirements of live audio,” says Jose Gonzalez, Hosa Technology product manager. “Even in the most professional live audio and studio setups, people frequently need the ability to add a consumer media player into the mix. When this situation arises, they need to be able to count on the cable they’re about to patch in. Hosa Pro Breakouts make trusting one’s cable easy. All three configurations make the process of interfacing consumer audio products with professional gear quick and seamless.”
The HMR-000Y and HMP-000Y Series are available now and include their respective cables in 3-, 6-, and 10-foot lengths. The dual XLR3M HMX-00Y Series will be available January 2015, in 3-, 6-, 10-, and 15-foot lengths.
U.S. MSRP pricing ranges from $16.65 to $29.10, depending upon the cable’s connectors and length.