Neutrik NC3 MXX-B

I've ordered 30pcs of this connector and first of all I have to say it was pleasure soldering them, it can be said that really good quality product just by soldering because not a single pin has moved and soldering material has really good grip to material, also when you plug it into xlr input socket you can feel that "click" and feel that it's perfectly sittin' inside with 0 air of movement. I have them for like 5 years now and they are still as good as when they were new. I would recommend this connector to everyone who needs XLR connector because for that small price difference this will last for very long time while a lot of other connectors require to be changed in less than 2 years. I'm really satisfied with them and looking forward to buy more for other cables too

I am a composer for film and TV, an engineer in various studios, a session musician (Guitarist, Bassist, Mandolin, Ukulele etc) and a teacher.

I ordered these ends along with 100m of the Sommer cable to completely replace the XLRS for my QSC K12 PA.

Over time XLRS get stolen, broken or dumped on the todo pile to be resoldered and i figured it was time to replace the lot.

In all i was able to make 13 cables - 3 15meter and 10 6meter and they sound fantastic!

I played a wedding at the weekend and used all of the cables and I swear the PA sounded better (but difficult to tell)

The ends make a very satisfying click when plugging into the microphones and hold their grip well, no XLRs falling out with these bad boys!

I will also be creating sample libraries soon using these cables and ends to record a LOT of microphones for drums and these will do nicely. I will be using them for a mix of dynamic and condenser microphones, i have no ribbons but I'm sure they will suit these as well.

Pros:
The ends are robust
Easy to solder
Look awesome in black
Have a shiny rainbow Neutrik logo which is cool
Sound fantastic
A lot cheaper making your own cables than buying them already made
Learn soldering skills which are important as a musician

Cons:
The price means that the total cost of these adds up fast!

If you buy these you are going pro with your cables, they are honestly the best and everyone uses them for a reason. Go for it!