AES/EBU interface DB25 to 4 male/4 female XLR's for 8 digital channels in and out. Fits machines using the Apogee/Mackie/Yamaha wiring protocol. Mogami is used in more top recording studios than any other cable. The reason is unsurpassed commitment to quality. Gold AES interfaces are made with Mogami 3162 digital snake for loss-free data up to 450 feet. Ruggedized with protective braided sleeve on individually numbered channels. Everything in these assemblies is simply the best of the best.