Seismic Audio Rack Mount 24 Channel TRS Combo Splitter Snake Cable

In this review the Seismic Audio Rack Mount 24 Channel TRS Combo Splitter Snake Cable is evaluated for live sound engineers and small venues that need a durable, rackable multicore solution. The bottom line: this 3 space rack mountable splitter is built for front of house use where rugged connectors, clear labeling and flexible trunk lengths matter most. It stands out because of its high quality XLR connectors and combo XLR/TRS box end, making setup straightforward for a variety of stage and studio rigs.

Key Features

• Rack mount design: The 3 space heavy duty steel stage box lets users mount the splitter in a standard rack for tidy, permanent installations.
• Combo XLR/TRS jacks: The box end features XLR / TRS 1/4' combo jacks so microphones and line sources can be connected without adapters.
• Dual trunk lengths: Shipping with one 5 ft trunk and one 15 ft trunk gives flexibility for routing to stage position and FOH without excessive cable slack.
• Durable connectors: High quality XLR connectors at the fantail ends provide secure terminations for repeated rigging and teardown.
• Individually shielded pairs: 100% individually shielded pairs and 22 gauge heavy duty conductors reduce interference and retain signal integrity over the runs.
• Clear labeling: Both fantail and stage box are clearly labeled to speed up setup and eliminate channel confusion during live events.

Who It's For

The splitter snake is aimed at live sound technicians, small to medium venues and touring musicians who need a reliable, rackable solution for splitting 24 channels to front of house or recording systems. Its robust connectors and labeled channels make it particularly suitable for semi-permanent installs and front of house racks.

Those who should look elsewhere include engineers who require very long runs on every channel or a snake designed to fit uncommon shallow racks, since a few customers report fit issues with non-standard rack depths. Also, if you need digital snake functionality or ethercon/networked audio, this analog splitter is not the right choice.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Solid build quality with heavy duty steel stage box that mounts cleanly in a rack.
• Versatile combo XLR/TRS jacks at the box end reduce the need for adapters during setup.
• Good value for the price with durable XLR fantail connectors and individually shielded pairs.
• Two trunk lengths included make staging and FOH connection straightforward.

Cons

• Some users report it does not fit in certain shallow or non-standard racks, so check rack depth before purchase.
• As an analog hardwired Y split it lacks any built-in transformer isolation for ground loop issues in complex installs.

Specifications

Model	SARMSS-24x515
Channels	24
Rack Space	3 space
Trunk Lengths	One 5 ft cable trunk and one 15 ft cable trunk
Connectors (box end)	High quality XLR / TRS 1/4' combo jacks
Connectors (fantail)	High quality XLR connectors
Cable Construction	100% individually shielded pairs, 22 gauge conductors

Our Verdict

The Seismic Audio 24 channel TRS combo splitter is a practical, value-forward choice for engineers needing a rugged, rack mountable analog split. It shines in FOH and semi-permanent installs thanks to its clear labeling, combo jacks and solid connectors. Buyers should confirm rack depth and accept that this is a hardwired analog splitter without isolation transformers, but for many venues it delivers dependable performance at a sensible price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it include both short and long trunks?
The unit ships with one 5 ft cable trunk and one 15 ft cable trunk for flexible routing.

Are the pairs shielded?
Yes, all 24 channels are 100% individually shielded pairs with 22 gauge conductors.

Is this rack box compatible with shallow racks?
It is a 3 space heavy duty steel stage box; some users report fit problems in non-standard or shallow racks, so check your rack depth before purchase.