How to choose Neutrik XLR?

[B&W_arthur]

I am replacing my audio system from single-end to balanced.
I need to DIY xlr cables.
However, when I look at the Neutrik website,
I am confused by the huge numbers of models available.

Which model is the "standard" model?

Also, is the EMC version really improve HF noise screening?

http://www.neutrik.us/en-us/xlr/

 

[billshurv]

IMO all neutriks are good, so pick the ones you like, The EMC series do a good job helping direct RF to where it should go. But you are unlikely to need them in a domestic setting. However peace of mind is worth a few SQ points 🙂

 

[gmarsh]

Neutrik X series and Switchcraft AA series are my go-to XLR cable connectors.

Unless you're stringing XLR cables between equipment racks at a radio broadcast site or other stupidly-high-RF environment, you probably don't need the EMC series. And even if you do, snapping some ferrites on the cable ends works just as well.

 

[JD2]

I'm also looking at using some DIY Neutrik cables for my active loudspeakers. I looked at the Neutrik website and the X series that gmarsh mentioned. When you use these connectors which end is on the cable male or female? Thanks, JD

 

[bicefalo]

Hi,

For domestic use XX-HE Series are the best

Gold contacts = no need to connect and disconnect frequently to clean the contacts

Extra high temperature resistant insulator material. = Easy soldering.

@ JD2
XLR ends in male conector.

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[B&W_arthur]

Thank you guys.

Any experience or opinion on neutrik chassis xlr connectors?

 

[bicefalo]

Hi,

Neutrik DLX-HE series should be a good mach for XX-HE series, if you do not need PCB mounting conectors.

AA series if PCB mounting is needed.

 

[B&W_arthur]

Thank you.

Bicefalo, I will order some XX-HE series next time.
I will also try EMC series and Switchcraft next time.
At the moment, I have little idea about how different series work.

I need PCB mount connectors.
I ordered a few D-series connectors for my PCB work.

Also, I ordered some XX-series connectors.

 

[Redshift187]

I use the NC3MXX-B and NC4MXX-B in all my projects, I think they're great.

I've used the NC3MXX-14 for a higher current project too (battery charger).

I use the NC4FBH for my board mount jacks.

If you're looking for board mount 3 pin female, I would go with the NC3FBH2. The separate pin 1 and chassis ground gives you more options, including tying them together if you want.

 

[B&W_arthur]

Yup.

I ordered some NC3MXX-B, NC3FXX-B as well as BAG version. As I am switching from single-ended system to balanced. I have no prior experience with these connectors. So, I ordered more models and see which one fit my personal preference.

For PCB mount connectors, I ordered some NC3FD-H-B and NC3MD-H-B.

Redshift, thank you for your input.

I was confused when I found some models have an additional pin but some model don't.