XLR
Round 3-pin connector with a latch.

- Carries
- Sound only
- Signal
- Analog
Where you’ll find it
Microphones, studio monitors, pro audio mixers.
Common confusion
XLR is balanced pro audio. Adapting it to RCA works for home use but the level can differ.
Getting something else into XLR
- RCA stereo audio: RCA to XLR cables (no power needed). Works for home use. You may need to turn the speaker volume up a little.
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