SACB 24x8x100 24 Channel 8 Return 100 Foot Snake
SACB 24x8x100 24 Channel 8 Return 100 Foot Snake
Professional audio engineers and venue technicians know that signal integrity starts with the snake cable. The SACB-24x8x100 delivers 24 sends and 8 returns in a road-ready package built for live sound reinforcement and studio recording applications.
This multicore snake handles full band setups with 24 XLR male inputs feeding your mixing console, plus 8 XLR female returns for monitor sends or effects loops. The 100-foot length covers most stage-to-FOH distances without excess cable management.
Circuit board technology inside the steel stage box ensures reliable connections that won't fail mid-show. Each of the 25-gauge conductors runs through individual shielding to reject interference and maintain signal clarity. The heavy-duty steel stage box measures 10.75" x 10.25" x 2.75" and includes numerical labeling, while the fantail features both color coding and numerical identification for quick setup.
Use this snake for concert venues, theaters, houses of worship, and recording studios where you need multiple mic lines with monitor returns. The 100-foot length suits most club stages, outdoor festivals, and permanent installations where the mixing position sits 50-80 feet from the stage.
High-quality XLR connectors on both ends integrate directly with professional mixing consoles and power amplifiers without adapters. The complete snake weighs 36 pounds and includes the stage box, fantail, and all connectors ready to use.
Seismic Audio backs this snake with a one-year warranty and ships ready for immediate deployment in your live sound rig.
Technical Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | SACB-24x8x100 |
| Sends | 24 XLR Male Connectors |
| Returns | 8 XLR Female Connectors |
| Length | 100 Feet |
| Conductor Gauge | 25 AWG |
| Shielding | 100% individually shielded pairs |
| Stage Box Material | Heavy duty steel |
| Stage Box Dimensions | 10.75" L x 10.25" W x 2.75" D |
| Stage Box Features | Circuit board technology, numerically labeled |
| Fantail Features | Color coded and numerically labeled |
| Weight | 36 lbs |
| Connector Quality | High quality XLR connectors |
| Warranty | As Is |
| Recommended For | Live venues, studios, permanent installations |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size venues work best with this 100-foot snake cable?
The 100-foot length suits most club venues, small theaters, and outdoor stages where your mixing console sits 50-80 feet from the stage. This covers typical festival setups and permanent installations in houses of worship or school auditoriums. For larger venues requiring 150+ foot runs, consider our longer snake options.
Do I need any additional cables or adapters to use this snake?
No additional cables are needed. This snake includes high-quality XLR male connectors on the sends and XLR female connectors on the returns, matching standard mixing console and power amplifier inputs. The connectors integrate directly with professional audio equipment without requiring adapters or converters.
How does the circuit board technology improve reliability compared to standard snakes?
Circuit board technology creates more secure connections inside the stage box compared to traditional soldered wire-to-wire joints. This reduces the risk of connection failures during transport and setup, which is critical for live sound applications where a failed connection can interrupt a performance.
Can this snake handle phantom power for condenser microphones?
Yes, the individually shielded conductor pairs and high-quality XLR connectors support phantom power transmission from your mixing console to condenser microphones. The 25-gauge conductors provide sufficient current capacity for standard 48V phantom power requirements across all 24 channels.
What's the difference between having 8 returns versus more or fewer return channels?
The 8 returns provide monitor sends for typical band setups - usually 2-4 individual monitor mixes plus some spare channels. This configuration works well for most live bands, solo artists with backing tracks, or small ensembles. If you need more monitor sends for larger bands or complex monitor systems, consider our snakes with 12 or 16 return channels.
